About Us

Stanroy Music Center first opened its doors in August 1947 at 622 4th street when the first owner, Stan Goldman, returned to his home town of Santa Rosa after serving in various Army bands during WWII. From that original store, Stanroy had the spirit and desire to become the leading music store in the North Bay.

In 1980 Wayne Anderson purchased the store from Stan and moved it to its recent 14,000 square foot location at 741 4th street. Since that time the store has continued to keep its commitment to the music community by offering free clinics, renting instruments to school students, maintaining private teaching studios and having one of the largest instrument repair facilities in the state.

Now, in it's 60th year, Stanroy Music Center has relocated and reinvented itself once again.  The entire retail portion of the store has been moved to 640 4th St. where preparations for the remaining repair and teaching facilities are under way.  We are very excited about the new address and look forward showing you around. 

Wayne and new co-owner Tim Ellis are as committed to the North Bay musician and musical community as Stan was 60 years ago. They invite you to discover Stanroy Music Center for yourself.  Let us show you why we're the oldest music store in Sonoma County. 

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