From seasoned artist to beginning student, well-maintained, finely toned instruments and quality craftsmanship are gold to a player. Westwood Music’s founder, Hermann Walecki, the son of a Royal Cabinetmaker from England, became an expert in fine stringed instruments and opened the shop in 1947 just steps from its current location. He passed on his expertise to son Fred Walecki, who carried the torch with the same level of integrity into the guitar-driven 60s, 70s and on. “I had a lot of success and became the spot for Rock and Roll,” Fred says. Building on Fred’s legendary talent for forging relationships with artists and builders, Westwood Music offers an excellent selection of enduring favorites like Martin to boutique, vintage and hard-to-find pieces. All instruments are maintained in top condition. If a buyer’s taste dictates an adjustment, Westwood Music’s talented repair team can accommodate it on the spot. The talented team at Westwood Music understands that each artist is unique; players benefit from the shop’s enduring tradition of customized service and attention to detail. Sales staff and repair technicians will spend the time needed to provide exceptional solutions to all of your musical needs. Outstanding instructors and workshops offer all levels a wide range of styles to help further your goals. And with one of the best guitar repair and amp repair shops in the U.S., and the only PLEK® system in Los Angeles, Westwood Music has the tools to help you achieve that coveted tone. Whether you’re looking to buy the latest model from your favorite brand or you just want to stop by to talk shop, Westwood Music has been a must-go-to destination when passing through L.A. for 70 years. That’s tradition.