Tiller Strings Violin Shop
Welcome to Tiller Strings, a full service violin shop offering violin, viola, cello, bass, and bow sales, rentals, and repairs in downtown Harrisonburg, VA, serving the entire Shenandoah Valley and Central Virginia. Tiller Strings is the home base for Suzuki instructor, violinist, repairer, and owner, Megan Tiller.
Tiller Strings advocates for the power of stringed instrument education in everything we do, by supporting teachers, restoring and donating instruments, and partnering with schools and community programs to expand access for students.
Our Services
Sales
Tiller Strings collaborates with every customer to find the perfect instrument that suits their specific needs. We offer used and new instruments hand-built by luthiers around the world. We also carry Suzuki sheet music, method books, and accessories. Our inventory is constantly changing - send us a message to schedule a consultation.
Rentals
Renting an instrument gives you the flexibility of having a smaller initial investment while accruing rental credit toward a purchase with us in the future. We offer standard and customized instrument rentals for players of all ages. Let us help you find the rental that best fits your needs.
Repair & Restoration
Taking good care of your instrument is key to maintaining its integrity. A well cared-for instrument is a joy to play! Tiller Strings offers a full range of expert repair and restoration services, specializing in violin, viola, cello, bass, and bow. Send us a message to schedule your repair or maintenance assessment.
Lessons & Resources
Tiller Strings connects students, families, and teachers across the region. Owner Megan Tiller is Suzuki-certified and maintains a small private studio, while also serving as a hub for teacher referrals, camps, and educator support. Explore lesson opportunities, find a teacher, or learn more about the resources we offer the string community.
Tiller Restrings
Restrings is our gently used program centered on reuse and access. Instruments, cases, accessories, and books are cleaned, evaluated, and either restored in-house or offered as-is, then returned to play.
Camps & Events
Red Wing Academy
Red Wing Academy is a four-day intensive camp leading up to a performance on stage with the Steel Wheels at Red Wing Roots Music Festival. Red Wing Academy is open to non-beginner violin, viola, cello, bass, guitar, mandolin and banjo students.
Concerts at Upstage
Occasionally we host live performances on our in-house stage known for years as Upstage - one of Harrisonburg’s most storied house venues. Check out some videos from our recent shows, and take a peek at our schedule of events.
We advocate for music in our community.
Music Lessons
Tiller Strings keeps a teacher referral list to help connect students and teachers of all instruments in the Harrisonburg and surrounding areas. Email Tiller Strings with your inquiry.
Strings Scholarships
We value community music education and are pleased to offer scholarship opportunities to help with the cost of participating in music lessons, workshops and camps.
Teacher Resources
Tiller Strings advocates for the power of stringed instrument education in everything we do by supporting teachers, restoring and donating instruments, and partnering with schools and community programs to expand access for students.
Instrument Donations
Have you or a family member outgrown your instrument, or do you have instrument accessories you no longer use? Tiller Strings revitalizes previously owned instruments, bows, cases, sheet music, accessories and more, for the students who need them most.
Scholarship Fund
Tiller Strings actively seeks partnerships with companies, organizations, and individuals who have particular interest in nurturing a love of music and providing opportunities for youth who come from all backgrounds.
Public String Education
Tiller Strings works closely with Eastern Mennonite University and Harrisonburg City Public Schools to incorporate stringed instrument classes along-side traditional band programs. Additionally, Megan Tiller conducts fiddle workshops throughout the school year.