Nick Rail Music, San Diego

Miles Davis Quintet live in Germany

Our Sounds of Spring promotion goes till June 30th! If you need upgrade your instrument, this is the BEST time to do so! $50 rebates on intermediate Yamaha instruments, $100 rebates on Professional Yamaha instruments!

Check out our recent blog post from our new manager/lessons coordinator at our Valencia location, Chris Tubbs! https://www.nickrailmusic.com/news.aspx?showArticle=8

We have a great selection of keyboards, accessories, and a fantastic sheet music deal to keep you busy for the summer! Stop by and also ask us about our Summer Practice Program!

Such a fun tune from Dave Koz, check it!

Have a musician that is graduating? We make it easy to shop with our amazing musical gift selection!

Nick Rail Music is hiring! Lots of open positions, from store managers, repair technicians, music teachers, and more! Click the link below for more info! https://www.nickrailmusic.com/t-about.employment.aspx

Check out our newest blog post on the NAMM show from our Bakersfield store manager, Tony Fuentes! https://www.nickrailmusic.com/news.aspx?showArticle=10

We give thanks to the men and women who serve this country! Wishing everyone a Happy Memorial Day!

Just a Bach meme to remind you to go practice! Come check out our summer practice program and our fantastic prizes!

One of your favorite scenes from Hamilton the Musical!

Nick Rail Music specializes in Band & Orchestral products, but we also have products that are outside of that category such as: harmonicas, ukuleles, recorders, percussion accessories, and more! Stop by, call in 858-679-7333, or use our chat feature on our website for more information nickrailmusic.com!

Its the Saturday of our Memorial Day Sale! Crazy low pricing, rebates, financing, and a secret sale list makes this a must see event!

This meme is to remind you that you should get an instrument stand for your instrument... especially if you are a multi-instrumentalist! You need 'em?! WE GOT 'EM!

We have a fantastic flute teacher here at our San Diego location! Rachael Higgins hails from Escondido, California, where she began playing flute at ten years old. She is a graduate from the University of California, Irvine with a Bachelor of Music degree specializing in flute performance. Rachael has studied classical flute under Renee Tresko and... Patricia Cloud among other professional musicians. Rachael has extensive knowledge about classical music, as she received First Class Honors titles in the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program Adjudications as a high school student. She also served in various leadership positions in high school music as well, such as flute section leader in marching band and music ambassador. As a college student, she has participated in wind ensemble, chamber ensemble, orchestra, athletic band, and private lessons; as well as participating in the UC Irvine Medical Center’s Music to Heal Volunteer Program playing to patients in hospital rooms and lobbies. When she isn’t playing flute or performing, Rachael enjoys going for runs and spending time with her family. Sign up for lesson today! www.nickrailmusic.com 858-679-7333

Today in Music History, June 8th, 1967: The Beatles Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band went to No.1 in the UK. Costing 25,000 ($42,500) to produce the album was recorded over 700 hours of studio time. It was also the first album to print the lyrics on the sleeve. The album spent 27 weeks at No.1 on the UK chart.

Lindsey Sterling & Halo

Marcus Miller debuting his signature Markbass amp!

With virtual learning, there are many challenges, which include tuning your string instrument. Not only are we happy to tune your instrument, we also have fantastic tools like this violin tuner from D'addario that can live on your violin without affecting the weight or sound of the violin.

Rodrigo Y Gabriela - Tamacun

Have you been thinking about learning an instrument? We have Kala ukulele packs with everything you need to get started!

If you need a gift for the musicians in your life, look no further. We have a wide selection of musical gifts, from apparel to holiday ornaments.

New Guitar String Arrivals!!! Ernie Ball Earthwood Bronze Wrapped Nylon Folk Guitar strings are made from 80% copper, 20% zinc wire around nylon core producing a sweet, classic sound!

RIP. Another huge loss for music... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnSC0tRmya4

The power of music is always knocking down barriers... It may not be YOUR cup of tea, but nonetheless, tea is served. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aE4atFEmtyI

Looking to learn or teach yourself guitar? Check out the Hal Leonard guitar method! It’s a great tool for learning at your own pace. This is a 3-book method which will have you playing full songs by the end of book one! You can also get the Complete Edition which combines all three books into one. Also available with CDs which has you playing with the full band! Come on in and check it out!

A little humor for your meme Monday!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVzRw585fPc We get customers that ask what size violin their student needs for orchestra. This is a quick, easy guide on how to measure your student to determine the correct size.

FireGrain is a revolutionary heat-tempering process that transforms ordinary hickory drumsticks into precision tools with unprecedented durability. While keeping their original weight, balance, and attack, Promark FireGrain sticks allow drummers to hit harder and play longer, naturally. Come check them out!

Looking for reeds? We have reeds! SOO many reeds! We also have Legere and Plasticover for anyone looking for a synthetic option!

In case anyone was wondering.... It sounds beautiful!!!!

LAST CHANCE!!! Stop in today and don’t miss the last chance on these savings! Instruments, accessories, and sheet music all at discounted prices! Open today from 12pm - 3pm!

Just in! A BEAUTIFUL silver YAS-875EXIIS Alto Saxophone. Ask us how you can save on select Yamaha instruments now through December 31st!

It's time for Music Jeopardy, Round 1: This musical instrument was used in the 1954 film Godzilla to create the iconic 'Roar'. Put your guesses in the comments. The correct answer will be revealed in the comments when we return (tomorrow).

I feel this meme on so many levels! It's the worst when I'm going through a piece at one or two sharps/flats and out of nowhere the composer decides that writing seven sharps or flats in the middle seems like a fun idea.

Any Legend of Zelda fans? We have Zelda music! These games have such great soundtracks! I love playing through these books (and games) in my spare time.

We have this Beautiful, almost-brand new Getzen trombone at the shop on consignment. Come on in and check it out, or feel free to message us for more details!

Miss our Yard Sale on Saturday? Worry not! We still have some items left over! Priced to sell until they’re gone.

Today only! Our Nick Rail Music Yard Sale! Stop on in and check out our deals on sheet music, accessories, and instruments! Get up to 50% off select music and accessories! Open today from 10am to 5pm!

Well, I certainly haven’t seen too many of these! This completely metal clarinet just came in for repair. What type of music do you think this would be best for?

Yard Sale happening tomorrow with lots of great deals in every department! No holds on products! First come, first served! (Social distancing will be practiced - masks required)

New(er) arrivals! Levy leather straps - adjustable and comfortable!

Just some of the mouthpieces that will be on sale here at the store this Saturday for our Yard Sale! Stop on in and get up to 50% off select mouthpieces!

Don't forget! Our big Yard Sale is happening this Saturday! Instruments, accessores, and print music deals. Brand name instruments starting at $99 while supplies last!!