Music Folk

Music Folk is a music school in Webster Groves, Missouri. Serving the St. Louis region, the shop specializes in acoustic and old time music, offering private lessons, a listening room, and a wide selection of folk instruments and accessories. The business provides expert instrument repair and restoration services, including specialized work on accordions and authorized warranty repairs for C.F. Martin instruments.

Family owned and operated, Music Folk was founded in 1973 by Bill and Janet Boyer. The shop has served the community for over fifty years, acting as a center for folk music and arts. Following a change in ownership in 1991, the business continues to be operated by Andy and Don Ploof, maintaining the traditions and friendly atmosphere established by the founding family. The shop's offerings include a variety of instruments such as 5-string banjos, acoustic guitars, archtop guitars, and autoharps, alongside essential accessories and books.

Located on Big Bend Blvd, the shop sits at the intersection of Murdoch Avenue and Big Bend. It is situated near the Gateway Center for Performing Arts and is a short drive from Laclede Station Road and the Police Officer Robert Stanze Memorial Highway.

The business is recognized as a premier destination for traveling musicians, collectors, and historians. With nearly five decades of experience, the staff is known for their deep expertise in repairing and restoring even the most obscure instruments. This long-standing reputation for excellence makes them a trusted resource for both new and longtime clients in the local music community.

Music Folk remains a dedicated pillar of the St. Louis music scene through its commitment to teaching, repairing, and celebrating folk and old time traditions.