About us

Inspired by Music. Driven by Community.

Brick & Mortar Music was founded in 2014 by Jeremy and Allison Carney—lifelong music enthusiasts and passionate advocates for music education. With industry experience dating back to the late ’90s, they launched the store to create a space where beginners, hobbyists, and professionals could connect with quality instruments, expert knowledge, and a welcoming, hands-on environment.

Unfortunately, due to the economic recession in 2007, funding for school music and extracurricular programs were cut across the nation. The music industry as a whole needed to find a way to reinvent itself. As a result, and out of personal relationships with music teachers and local musicians, Jeremy and Allison found themselves building a company adept at sharing their own passion for music and providing the access so many rural communities weren’t able to provide.

Today, Jeremy serves over 40 school districts as an Educational Road Rep, delivering instruments, accessories, and personal support to more than 100 music teachers within a 100-mile radius. Their partnership with the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam includes classroom speaking engagements, student internships, and on-campus support—strengthening the pipeline of future music educators and professionals.

In-store and online, customers will find a wide range of gear including digital pianos, guitars, band and orchestra instruments, drums, pro audio, sheet music, and more. Through a robust vendor network, Brick & Mortar Music offers competitive pricing, expert guidance, and special orders to ensure every musician can find what they need.

Brick & Mortar Music is proud to serve a community that values music and the arts as deeply as we do. Thank you for being part of our story.

 15 Market Street Potsdam, NY 13676