Rock Island Sound

Enjoy the Sound of Success with This Rewarding Music Franchise.

Join an Accomplished Brand in the Booming Music Education Industry.

Making music has been a part of human history for at least 40,000 years. Increasingly, people are returning to music as a vehicle for self-expression, driving renewed interest in musical lessons and instrument sales. As parents recognize music’s integral role in a well-rounded education, music schools and individual learners foster continuous market expansion, with a projected 17.63% CAGR through 2028.

Leveraging a well-established presence in this dynamic industry, Rock Island Sound offers an exciting franchise opportunity that you won’t want to miss:

ROBUST ROI
Low upfront costs coupled with soaring market demand allow for motivated franchisees to start generating revenue quickly.

PROVEN MODEL
Reap the advantages of a replicable, turnkey business model that will help minimize your investment risks and set you on the path to profitability.

REWARDING WORK
Enjoy the accomplishment of helping students of all ages develop musical knowledge and skills that will create a positive effect in their lives and in the larger society.

ESTABLISHED BRAND
Gain a competitive edge by joining a successful brand that offers an established platform and streamlined operational systems.

MULTIPLE REVENUE STREAMS
Benefit from diverse and recurring revenue from music lessons, instrument sales, repairs, rentals, and summer camps.

SECURE YOUR FUTURE IN THE MUSIC EDUCATION INDUSTRY WITH A ROCK ISLAND SOUND FRANCHISE!

We’re a One-Stop Music Shop That Hits All the Right Notes.

Rock Island Sound operates the best local music stores in Rye & Tarrytown, NY, offering music lessons, instrument sales, rentals, repairs, and group classes. Both locations offer a wide selection of musical instruments for sale, as well as professional luthier services for guitar and amplifier repair.

The company began with a Westchester County location in 2004, offering high quality musical instruments at low prices to novices and pros alike looking for great deals on quality gear. A rock, blues, classical guitarist, pianist, bassist, composer and arranger, Argentine-born founder Paul Bessolo and his team of professional instructors bring over 40 years of experience and an impressive cadre of talents to his studios, schools and stores.

Paul started teaching all the lessons himself in the first year, but quickly found he needed to expand his musical instrument repair and music teaching staff to satisfy demand. Seeing the need for a musical instrument store in Tarrytown, the company opened a second Rock Island Sound location, offering the same low prices, quality, and variety. The company has evolved to offer musical instrument sales, repairs, and rentals, as well as guitar lessons, voice lessons, or instruction for just about any instrument.

With an eye toward the growing demand for high quality music education, Rock Island Sound is bringing its dynamic and experienced platform to new markets through franchise offerings.

Rock Island Sound Franchise Partners.

The Rock Island Sound brand is built on providing a creative outlet for our customers through tailored musical education and high-quality instrument sales and service. We’re looking for franchise partners who love music and have an affinity for helping others express themselves through sound. Apart from musical inclination, candidates should show exceptional interpersonal skills, especially when working with children and their parents.

We’re also looking for:

• Solid Sales & Customer Service Abilities
• Good with Organization and Scheduling
• Strong Managerial Skills & Business Acumen

We Won’t Let You Face the Music Alone.

As a Rock Island Sound franchisee, you’ll have access to one of the most accomplished and dedicated management teams in the industry. Leveraging our vast expertise, we aim to provide a superior training and support platform that will provide all the necessary tools to help your business thrive.

We offer:

One-on-One Training
From our location to yours, the Rock Island Sound management team will provide in-person, individualized training to teach you everything you need to know about running a successful franchise.

Operational Support
Whether it’s product ordering, staffing, bookkeeping, or customer service, we have your dayto-day support needs covered.

Effective Marketing
By joining our established brand, you can leverage our brand collateral, marketing plans, social media, and SEO/SEM strategies to better grow your franchise.

Unlock Your Opportunity.

Franchise Fee – $40,000

Minimum Initial Investment – $169,400 Including Franchise Fee & Training

Royalty Fee – 6% of gross sales

Required Local Marketing Spend – 4% of gross sales

Enjoy the Sound of Success with Your Own Rock Island Sound Franchise!

To get started, please fill out the franchise form.