Northfield Music
Northfield Music is Pittsford's neighborhood music shop at Northfield Common — instruments, lessons, supplies, and the kind of local music store that communities lose and then realize they needed. For students, hobbyists, and serious musicians in the village and surrounding area, it's the accessible local alternative to driving into the city.
Overview
Northfield Music is an independently owned music store located at 50 State Street in the Village of Pittsford, NY. Operating since 1983, the shop is owned and staffed by working musicians who serve players of all skill levels — from beginners picking up their first instrument to experienced performers seeking specific gear. The store sits within Northfield Common, a New England-style boutique shopping center in the heart of Pittsford Village.
What They Offer
The store focuses on guitars, basses, ukuleles, amplifiers, effects pedals, and accessories. Brands carried include PRS, Fender, Ibanez, Guild, Yamaha, Mesa Boogie, Strymon, Boss, MXR, and J Rockett. Beyond retail, Northfield Music operates a lesson program with 10 instructors offering private instruction in:
- Guitar
- Piano
- Bass
- Drums
- Ukulele
Lesson styles span pop, rock, jazz, and country. The store is open Monday through Thursday from noon to 8 PM, Friday from noon to 6 PM, and Saturday from 11 AM to 5 PM — with evening hours that accommodate students with daytime schedules.
Known For
Northfield Music has maintained a continuous presence in Pittsford for over four decades, making it one of the longer-running independent music shops in the Rochester area. The store emphasizes personal relationships with customers and hands-on guidance from staff who actively play and perform. Its combination of instrument sales and on-site private lessons under one roof distinguishes it from big-box retailers that stock gear but lack instructional depth.
Location & Neighborhood
The shop is located inside Northfield Common at 50 State Street (Route 31) at Schoen Place in the Village of Pittsford. Northfield Common is a cluster of rustic wooden buildings housing more than 25 independent shops, restaurants, and services — situated adjacent to the Erie Canal towpath. The canal trail and Schoen Place waterfront area are steps away, making the location walkable from the village center. Parking is available in the Northfield Common lot.
Sources used in compiling this entry
chamberofcommerce.com·northfieldmusic.com·spectrumlocalnews.com