The Music Center, Inc. has served the North Central Florida region since January, 1979, providing musical instruments, equipment, service & lessons to our loyal customers.
In January, 1979, Sheila Burnham (church pianist & piano teacher) purchased an existing music store of 2 years in Live Oak, Florida. Being a musician herself, she saw the importance of stocking quality products at a reasonable price. The core of her business was built through her music education program. In November, 1983, The Music Center, Inc. expanded its market by opening a second location.
The Music Center, Inc. prides itself as a friendly neighborhood music store. Our sales people are all musicians who actually want to spend time getting to know you.
The goal is to provide good quality instruments and service, competitive prices, and musical repairs. Sheila and her staff have over 77 years combined retail experience and speaks your musical language. E-mail us with your musical needs.
You can't picture The Music Center
without thinking of Sheila & Ken & their
contributions to our community!
Ken Dolingo has been with The Music Center for 29 years of the 45 years of music retail experience that he brings to our business. He plays the clarinet, flute, guitar, and bass guitar. He played professionally for over 10 years. He has done sound reinforcement for a diverse group of artists including Bruce Carroll, Al Hirt, Wilson Pickett, and Jim & Jesse. He specializes in sales, sound installations and repairs. Ken is always on the eastside door to cordially greet you (literally).
In addition to her resonsibilities as a salesperson, Natalie Metzger handles administrative duties helping in areas of special orders and print stock. She has worked in the store for two years and has also been a teacher with The Music Center for three years. Natalie attends First Baptist Church of Live Oak and plays the piano at Rosemary Baptist Church of Live Oak. A business major at North Florida Community College, Natalie is also a peer tutor and a member of the Sentinel Singers. Natalie was the 1st runner up in the 2007 Miss Suwannee Valley Contest.
