The Long Island Violin Shop

The Long Island Violin Shop Long Island Violin Shop is a full service shop for bowed instruments. We sell, rent, repair and creat

We sell, rent, repair and create instruments including violins, violas, cellos, and basses. Our products include Acoustic and Electric Violins, Violas, Cellos, Basses, Bows,Strings, Accessories, Sheet Music. As one of the premiere bowed instrument shops in the New York area, we are proud to offer fantastic repairs and service. We offer rentals, restorations, instrumental appraisals, estate valuations and much more. We have a long brand list of excellent products including Yamaha, Roland, Boss, Korg, Thomastik-Infeld, Evah Pirrazi, Planet Waves, Eastman, Doestch, Klier, and much more. If you're in need of any work for your instruments, looking to pick up a violin, or just have some musical questions for us, our well trained staff is here to serve you. We provide the finest service to all musicians, regardless of age or level of accomplishment.

📍 Important Store Update | Huntington Location ‼️Please note that our Huntington showroom will be CLOSED on Saturday, Oc...
09/12/2026

📍 Important Store Update | Huntington Location ‼️

Please note that our Huntington showroom will be CLOSED on Saturday, October 3rd.

We encourage our valued clients to visit us at one of our alternate locations for all your needs:

🎻 St James Location
📍 430-08 North Country Road, St James, NY
📞 (631) 982-1566

🎻 East Setauket Location
📍 250 Main Street, East Setauket, NY
📞 (631) 941-6535

We appreciate your understanding. We look forward to serving you! Visit us online anytime at www.LIViolinshop.com.

Thank you,
the team at The Long Island Violin Shop 🎻

09/10/2026

Every musician’s journey looks a little different—from 4th graders picking up their first instrument to longtime renters growing their skills side-by-side. 🎻

At The Long Island Violin Shop, we support students of all ages and levels with expert and professional guidance, quality instrument rentals, and personalized instruction.

Ready to start your own musical journey? Take advantage of our 5-Month Special—rent an instrument for $99 and receive a FREE lesson to give you the ultimate head start. 🎶✨

Visit us in-store or scan the QR code to sign up today!
📍 8 Elm Street, Huntington
📍430 North Country Road, St James
📍 250 Main Street, East Setauket

We had a special surprise visit this weekend from the one and only—Ed Sheeran! 🤩 He was all over Long Island this past w...
09/08/2026

We had a special surprise visit this weekend from the one and only—Ed Sheeran! 🤩

He was all over Long Island this past weekend and made it a point to stop by The Long Island Violin Shop!

He even rented a violin from us as well! 🎻

Do bowed stringed instruments spark your interest? 🤔🎻Whether you’re an aspiring musician, a student getting ready for th...
08/26/2026

Do bowed stringed instruments spark your interest? 🤔🎻

Whether you’re an aspiring musician, a student getting ready for the school year, or wanting to try something new and exciting, join us for our next interactive Instrument Petting Zoo! ✨

Take a look and discover—finely crafted violins, violas, cellos, and double basses in a fun, welcoming environment. Our team of professional experts will be on hand to guide you, answer questions, and help you experience the feel and sound of each instrument firsthand.

The last few events had a successful turnout!

Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, August 27th

⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

🎟️ Admission: Completely FREE & open to all ages!

Pick the Location Nearest You:

📍 Huntington: 8 Elm Street
📍 St. James: 430 North Country Road
📍 East Setauket: 250 Main Street

***And don’t worry—absolutely NO animals are involved, just plenty of beautiful instruments waiting to be played! 🎻***

Drop in anytime tomorrow, August 27th between 4 PM and 7 PM to test drive an instrument and start your musical journey.

See you there!

08/20/2026

Is it time for a string refresh? 🎻 Don’t let worn-out strings dull your sound!

Here is ✨ Part 2 ✨ of our pro guide on knowing exactly when to make the string swap.

Save this post for your next practice check-in! 👇🏼

Discover Your Next Musical Passion—Hands On! 🎻✨Curious about bowed stringed instruments? Whether you’re an aspiring musi...
08/19/2026

Discover Your Next Musical Passion—Hands On! 🎻✨

Curious about bowed stringed instruments? Whether you’re an aspiring musician, a student preparing for the school year, or simply eager to try something new, join us for our interactive Instrument Petting Zoo!

Get up close and personal with finely crafted violins, violas, cellos, and double basses in a fun, welcoming environment. Our team of experts will be on hand to guide you, answer questions, and help you experience the feel and sound of each instrument firsthand. 🤩

Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, August 20th

⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

🎟️ Admission: Completely FREE & open to all ages!

Pick the Location Nearest You:

📍 Huntington: 8 Elm Street
📍 St. James: 430 North Country Road
📍 East Setauket: 250 Main Street

(And don’t worry—no animals are involved, just plenty of beautiful instruments waiting to be played!)

Drop in anytime between 4 PM and 7 PM to test drive an instrument and start your musical journey. See you there! 👋🏼

08/19/2026

Pro Tip: How to spot worn-out strings before they ruin your tone. 🎻

Fresh strings have an even, uniform surface that allows them to vibrate freely and project a clear tone. But with continuous playing, two major things happen:

1️⃣ Flat Spots: Pressing against the fingerboard creates uneven wear points, disrupting string vibration.
2️⃣ Corrosion & Rust: Sweat and oils cause oxidation (especially visible on steel E strings), leading to a harsh, scratchy sound.

If your strings feel rough or look discolored, your instrument isn’t giving you its full potential!

📌 Save this post for your next practice routine check, and catch Part Two tomorrow! 🎻

08/15/2026

The secret behind those iconic lines on a violin 🤫🎻

Those intricate black and white borders aren’t just for looks—purfling helps protect the edges of the instrument from cracks while adding a timeless aesthetic.

Every single millimeter of this groove is hand-carved with precision. Watch luthier Endre carve out the channel for a brand-new violin!

📌 Save this video if you love fine artisan craft! 🤩

08/14/2026

Back to School Ready?
Don’t forget your instrument’s armor! 🎒🎻

As rehearsals kick into high gear, make sure your violin/viola is fully protected on the go.

From sustainable German-engineered leather to lightweight travel bags, The Long Island Violin Shop has hand-selected cases for every musician’s lifestyle.

✨ Highlighted Features Are:
🎻 High-durability hard shells
🎻 Removable music pockets & accessory pouches
🎻 Eco-conscious Techleather options
🎻 Travel-friendly rucksack designs

➡️ Swipe through the reel to find your match, then visit one of our locations to shop today!

📍 Huntington 📍 St James 📍 East Setauket

08/14/2026

At the Long Island Violin Shop, our instruments are carefully set up by our highly skilled luthiers. 🎻

Here’s a cello bridge being custom carved for a cello we’re getting ready. The bridge is just one element of what’s required to optimize the sound of an instrument!

Shop at any of our three locations today—

📍 8 Elm Street, Huntington

📍 430 North Country Road, St James

📍 250 Main Street, East Setauket

Address

8 Elm Street
Huntington, NY
11743

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+16314273569

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Long Island Violin Shop posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to The Long Island Violin Shop:

Shortcuts

Share

Category