Music & Arts in Canfield has served the Youngstown area’s musicians since the location’s days as Motter’s Music, continuing that local legacy when it joined the nationwide Music & Arts family. The store maintains an expert instrument repair technician on staff who handles everything from routine guitar setups and fretwork to more complex restoration projects. Their repair services extend well beyond guitars‚the shop is particularly known for vintage guitar work and provides comprehensive orchestra and school band instrument support, making it a vital resource for students and educators throughout the region.

The repair department works closely with the store’s experienced instructors and sales associates, several of whom bring deep expertise in guitar and other instruments. Senior Sales Associate Ben Mansour specializes in guitars, while Nathan Bins-Castronovo offers over 12 years of musical experience across multiple instruments. This combination of skilled repair work and knowledgeable staff means musicians can get expert advice on maintenance, setup preferences, and keeping their instruments stage-ready. The shop stocks essential accessories like strings, picks, and cases, positioning itself as a complete solution for players who perform at local venues or need reliable guitar tech services between gigs.