Tarpley Music - Lubbock, TX

07/31/2026

It's awesome when we at Ask Mike get to share a new or innovative idea. And we think this week's episode is both! Michael Munoz, head director at Denver City High School in Denver City, TX has integrated resistance bands into his marching ensemble, and the results are most definitely positive. Join us to see how easy it is to make a big difference in your group's core conditioning and body movement strength!

It's awesome when we at Ask Mike get to share a new or innovative idea. And we think this week's episode is both! Michael Munoz, head director at Denver City High School in Denver City, TX has integrated resistance bands into his marching ensemble...

07/30/2026

We've made it really easy to get the care products you will need for your student's band and orchestra instruments. Our Instrument Care Kits have the essentials, ready to go in one kit. Stop in and let one of our amazing Customer Care Associates help you find exactly what you'll need.

07/30/2026

Help us congratulate Lucas on his Cannonball A90 Alto Sax!!

07/29/2026

Congrats to Brett on his new Epiphone J200 Studio and Meinl 80 Cajon!!

07/29/2026

We don't think much about reverb because it is an effect that is built into most amps, but this Ocean's 11 reverb pedal from Electro Harmonix will have you rethinking your options!

07/28/2026

Join James G as we take a deep dive into the Ibanez V40WSCE acoustic-electric guitar! Featuring an eye-catching exotic White Siris top, back, and sides, a cutaway dreadnought body shape, and built-in electronics, this versatile acoustic delivers impressive look, tone, and performance without breaking the bank.

- Exotic White Siris Tonewoods
- Neck & Fretboard Feel: Featuring the Meranti neck and warm-toned Nandu Wood fretboard and bridge.
- Ibanez AEQ-2T Preamp & Tuner: Dial in controls for Bass, Treble, and Volume, plus the built-in onboard tuner.
- Ibanez Advantage Bridge Pins: These smart pins make string changes easier and keep your strings securely in place.

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Join James G as we take a deep dive into the Ibanez V40WSCE acousti...

07/28/2026

Looking for great sound on a budget? Bishop, Sales Specialist at our Abilene location, is showing off the gorgeous Alvarez RD26CE today! Come try it out, get it for yourself or treat someone special. 🎶

07/27/2026

Ready to turn your passion for music into a rewarding career? 🎶✨

At Tarpley Music, we believe music changes lives, and our team makes it happen every day! Whether helping a beginner pick out their very first instrument or supporting local school band programs, we’re dedicated to serving our communities with heart and harmony.

We are excited to announce that we’re hiring across multiple store locations! 📍

If you love music, care about people, and want to work in an environment where your work truly matters, we want to hear from you.

Why join the Tarpley team?
✅ A supportive, family-oriented culture
✅ Opportunities for growth and development
✅ A passionate team that shares your love for music and community

👉 Explore open positions and apply today: tarpleymusic.com/pages/careers

Learn more about our purpose and what drives us at tarpleymusic.com/pages/our-culture-and-purpose.

Thank you for your interest about employment opportunities at Tarpley Music.

07/24/2026

What a great episode for those of us who might be newer to creating a uniform look with our marching ensembles. And a great review for the veterans! Detailed thoughts on what creates a uniform look for your group at set position, for horns up, and in trail position. Bonus: teaching the flutter step, or platform run! Bonus Bonus: LOTS of tips and tricks from 30+ years of experience and stealing others wisdom!

07/24/2026

What a great episode for those of us who might be newer to creating a uniform look with our marching ensembles. And a great review for the veterans! Detailed thoughts on what creates a uniform look for your group at set position, for horns up, and in trail position. Bonus: teaching the flutter step, or platform run! Bonus Bonus: LOTS of tips and tricks from 30+ years of experience and stealing others wisdom!

What a great episode for those of us who might be newer to creating a uniform look with our marching ensembles. And a great review for the veterans! Detailed thoughts on what creates a uniform look for your group at set position, for horns up, and...

07/23/2026

Check out the Alvarez RG26CE acoustic guitar. An amazing guitar for only $319.99!

07/23/2026

Our All-Access Rewards Program will get you saving points for the good stuff!

07/04/2026

Join James G as we celebrate a massive milestone, America’s 250th Birthday, the only way we know how: with 6 strings, high gain, and pure shred! 🇺🇸🎸

In today's video, I’m unboxing and demoing the highly anticipated, limited-edition Ibanez RGR6A250. Released to commemorate the US Semicentennial, this absolute machine features a jaw-dropping Red, White, and Blue splatter finish that is built for the big stage.

But it’s not just about the patriotic looks. Beneath the fireworks, this is a serious modern player's guitar. We are putting its lightweight Okoume body, lightning-fast 5-piece Maple/Walnut Wizard III neck, and bound ebony fingerboard to the absolute test.

🔥 What you’ll hear in this demo:
- High-gain modern metal chugs and staccato riffing using the DiMarzio Fusion Edge humbuckers.
- Versatile clean and split-coil textures unlocked by the dyna-MIX10 switching system and Alter Switch.

Whether you're looking for the ultimate July 4th showpiece or just want to see how this new Premium line Ibanez handles extreme riffs, you won't want to miss this. Let me know in the comments: would you rock this red, white, and blue axe?

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07/03/2026

Nothing beats the clarity of a PRS acoustic on a Friday. 🎸✨

For this week’s Finger Pickin’ Friday, we’re letting the music do the talking. Dive into this gorgeous instrumental performance featuring the PRS Angelus SE A40E Acoustic-Electric.

Built with an Ovangkol back and sides paired with a solid Sitka spruce top, the A40E delivers a lush, full-bodied tone with a robust bottom end and crisp highs that cut perfectly through the mix. Whether you’re a fingerstyle player looking for dynamic responsiveness or a strummer needing absolute clarity, this model showcases exactly why PRS is a force in the acoustic world.

Grab your favorite headphones and listen to the rich, articulated voice of the Angelus SE.

Credits:
🎸 Performance: Kevin Reddoch ("No Stalgia")
🎛️ Mix: James Gilliland

👉 Shop Acoustic Guitars: https://tarpleymusic.com/collections/acous...

06/26/2026

Come hang while I rearrange the store!! ☀️

06/22/2026

Help us congratulate Josiah on his new Yamaha FS800JT Acoustic Guitar! Another musician in the making!!

06/20/2026

Jonathan on his new Alvarez MD60EVB acoustic guitar!!

06/06/2026

Congrats to Terry on his new Taylor GS Mini-e Koa guitar!!