Casa Latina Music

M-Sa 10am-6pm
Bright colors abound inside the semi-covered market on West 116th Street – and it has been this way since 1994 when vendors gathered under one roof to sell their African wares. From traditional fabrics, and handmade clothing, to jewelry, accessories, and wood carvings, to native instruments, the collection … read more
Though the main location for Westsider Books, which opened in the 1980s, is on Broadway, the Westsider “record store” on 72nd Street did not come about until 2007. Every corner of the store is packed to the rafters with interesting finds in different genres of music and literature. In a world that is … read more
Lovely classical music plays in the background of The Juilliard Store, home to official apparel, recordings, and books on all things drama, dance, and music. A children’s section is dedicated to recognizing the potential of young artists with baby bibs reading “little soprano” or “little tenor.” … read more
When I was fourteen, my mom took me to Manny’s Guitars on 48th Street to pick out a bass guitar. It was a delightful store: cozy, with knowledgeable employees, an impressive selection of instruments and a sense of pride and love pervading the space. I walked out of Manny’s that day with a Fender … read more
What began as a hobby eventually grew into a full-fledged business for classically-trained concert pianist Sara Faust. As she recognized the demand for the old Steinway pianos that she was restoring, she decided to open her first shop in 1983. The business has steadily grown to become the largest retailer … read more
Roberto’s Winds and Jon Baltimore Music Company, Inc. appear to be the two last remnants of the music industry on 46th. Roberto Romeo, a tall, longhaired Italian who immigrated in 1982 to play jazz, remained in New York after finding a job in Saul Fromkin’s shop doing saxophone repair work. When Mr. … read more
Speaking with Jon Baltimore in his woodwind and brass repair shop is directly engaging with the history of Midtown’s music scene – Baltimore grew up on 48th street working in his father’s shop when “Music Row” was thriving. Jon Baltimore Music remains firmly rooted in the days where jazz legends would … read more