Over the next few minutes we will be breaking down the full music scene in Sofia which is definitely a wide ranging subject to dive into but we think we got it down pretty well.
The best musical instrument stores in your area seem like the logical place for us to begin. Different lists for where to buy guitars and the best drum shops will also be shared and while there is plenty of crossover between some lists we think we got the right spots in the right places for you.
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Up next we will get into quality instrument repair shops near you because some reading this may need a piano tuned, a guitar repaired, or work done on other band instruments and there is somebody out there that can assist.
Then it will be time to pivot to the best local music lessons for kids or adults. Following that stores for music lovers that sell vintage CD’s and records will get a shout out.
We also think many of you will want to know about the best concert halls and live music venues here while some others may prefer to visit bars and restaurants that have free live music around the city.
And we will get you out of here with the best festivals on the Sofia music calendar. Stay with us til the end where you will find a map with the wide variety of stores and venues we are discussing pointed out.
Everyone reading this is welcome to more of our city guides at that link.
Musical Instrument Stores In Sofia
The best Sofia musical instrument stores would be:
- Forte Music at ul. Oborishte 38
- Alegro at ul. Pirotska 9
- Ultra Music at ul. Han Presiian 10B
- MMG Music at ul. Pernik 117
- Gema Music Shop at Budapeshta St 5
- Music Center at Lavele St 8
- Music Division at bul. Cherni vrah 47
- Bakers Music House at Lyulin 8
Forte Music has been selling instruments, accessories, gear, and sound equipment for more than 20 years. Ultra Music is a good place to buy instruments and sound equipment in your area and even organizes concerts, indoor and outdoor events, banquets, weddings, sports events, and much more.
MMG is just like a café where you can meet with your friends while buying instruments of your choice. Gema Music Shop has been selling fine instruments, sound equipment, and accessories for more than 20 years.
Both Music Center and Music Division are good options for high quality instruments and equipment from some of the world’s biggest brands and both should sell a large selection of guitars near you.
Where To Buy Guitars
If you are specifically trying to buy a guitar or accessories check out Djerjinski Custom Guitars at ul. Ivan Marinov Yonchev 2 which has a wide selection of electric and bass guitars to choose from.
Drum Shops Near You
Go to one of the music stores in our first list to buy drums in Sofia.
Instrument Repair
You can get quality instrument repair services at:
- Luthiers’ Centre at ul. Bregalnitsa 57
- Lyutier at ul. Indzhe voyvoda 1309 g.k. Ilinden
Music Lessons
Taking music lessons at these schools can level up your game in a hurry:
- City Music School at ul. Graf Ignatiev 7B
- Venera Music at bul. Aleksandar Malinov 51
- Voice Academy at ul. Tsar Samuil 62
- Drago Drum School at ul. Chataldzha 36
Enhance your skills with City Music School’s guitar, piano, and ukulele lessons as well as theories and various trainings in other instruments and disciplines.
CD & Record Stores
Some of our favorite local stores for music lovers with lots of vintage CD’s and records are:
- Vintage Stereo at bul. Vitosha 1А
- Dynacord Music Shop at bul. Patriarh Evtimiy 98
- Yonko Stefani at ul. Knyaz Boris I 134
Retro and vintage vinyl records, turntables, styluses, phono cartridges, tapes, CD’s, DVD’s, and many other items are sold at Yonko Stefani.
Sofia Live Music Venues
These Sofia live music venues are great places to see a concert or performance:
- Sofia Live Club at bul. Bulgaria 1
- Club Studio 5 at Sq. Bulgaria 1
- Bulgaria Hall at ul. Aksakov 1
Live Club has been hosting solo performances and band concerts since 2009. Studio 5 is one of the best spots to go for live local music.
Restaurants With Live Music
Have a nice meal and enjoy good music at these restaurants in your area:
- The Hadjidragana Tavern at ul. Hristo Belchev 18
- Hadjidraganov’s Houses Restaurant at ul. Kozloduy 75
- La Casa Latina at ul. Geo Milev 69
- Bg Wine Restaurant at ul. Petar Parchevich 32
- Social Cafe Bar & Kitchen at bul. Vitosha 16
Traditional Bulgarian cuisine and a fine selection of wines and other beverages are served at Hadjidragan’s Houses Restaurant along with live folk music for you to enjoy. The Latin House offers authentic Latin American cuisine and wine with live performances.
Bars With Live Music
Plus there are bars that play live music too:
- Club Maze at ul. Hristo Belchev 1
- Jazz Bar at ul. Sv. Sveti Kiril I Metodiy 27
- Patches Blues Bar at bul. Praga 23
- Bar Friday at ul. General Yosif V. Gourko 21
- Dada Bar at ul. Georgi Benkovski 10
Club Maze is a good place to either meet with friends or business partners in a combination of both casual and extravagant setting. DJ performances as well as other events like acoustic concerts, exhibits, movie screenings, literary readings, seminars, and all sorts of other entertainment are hosted at Bar Friday every day.
Music Festivals In Your Area
The Spice Music Festival is one of the best festivals in Bulgaria and we are sure many of our readers would really enjoy it.
You may also be interested in these posts on:
- Bars, Clubs & Festivals In Bucharest
- Bars, Clubs & Festivals In Belgrade
- Bars, Clubs & Festivals In Istanbul
- Bars, Clubs & Festivals In Athens
Enjoy The Sofia Local Music Scene
We tried to cover the scene as well as possible on this page. You learned about the best musical instrument stores, drum and guitar shops, instrument repair services, where to go for lessons, vintage CD and record stores, concert halls and other live music venues near you like bars and restaurants, plus the best festivals in the region.
You might just know a little bit about the local music scene yourself if you made it this far. If so tell us what we got wrong in the comments or share your own thoughts on the scene, and now it is time for you to go enjoy the music in Sofia.