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Eight Decades of Musical Access | Burlington News
For 80 years, Ellis Music in South Royalton, Vermont, has turned musical dreams into reality—one dollar-per-week rental at a time. Founded by Dick Ellis, who saw music as a right, not a luxury, the family business started by fixing up old instruments and letting kids play for pennies. Today, his kids Joan and Dave keep the magic alive, blending personal care with practical solutions like school pickups and rent-to-own deals. It’s not just about instruments—it’s about building lifelong relationships with young musicians and their families. As the founders prepare to step back, they’re…
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