Rhapsody Music
ABOUT US
Located at the bottom of Madison Avenue hill in Mankato, and with over 35 years of experience, Rhapsody Music will help you find what you need, beginner or pro! Call us about instrument repairs, lessons, installs, sticks, strings, and accessories.
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Meet the Team
Howard, Owner
Howard Mock is the Owner/Operator of Rhapsody Music. Driven by the desire to improve the Mankato music scene, he opened the store in 1985. He performs with groups such as Sandra Lee and The Velvets and Powerhouse around Mankato and Southern Minnesota.
Zach, General Manager
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Zach started working at Rhapsody Music following his time at Minnesota State. Since then he has felt the drive to help Southern Minnesota and the Mankato area with all their music needs. From sales both in store to online, repairs, social media, and general inquiries, Zach is here to help! Zach can also be found drumming for the 326 Madison Band!
Steve, Sales & Head of Used Department
Steve! Resident retired guy, loves to talk guitars!!! Steve has a die hard passion for the guitar world. He is well versed and knowledgeable of the wide variety of brands and history of the many guitars out there. Steve currently sings and plays lead guitar in the 326 Madison Band.
SP, Repair Tech & Sales
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SP (Steve) is one of our excellent repair staff and is also seen helping customers on the salesfloor. SP is a wiz when it comes to guitar set ups and extensive repairs. SP can also be seen rocking out playing bass and singing in the 326 Madison Band.
David, Sales
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David is a music student at Minnesota State who has a heavy interest in all things guitar and audio. When not working the sales floor David can be found making his own pedals and modifying his guitars. David sings and plays both guitar and bass in several college ensembles.
Todd, Sales & Lessons
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Todd doubles down on his duties here at Rhapsody. Once the clock ends, Todd heads back to our lessons rooms where he conducts drumset lessons. Besides spending time at Rhapsody, Todd performs with college ensembles at Minnesota State University such as the Marching Band and Jazz Band
Staff Not Pictured
Darolyn, Bookkeeping and Accounting
Chuck, Amp Repair & Pro Audio Repair