Aardvark Music & Culture
145 Broadway L9W 1K4 Orangeville, ON, Canada

Good afternoon, friends of Aardvark! Just a quick note to let everyone know that while the store is closed to visitors during lockdown, we will be coming in once a day for a few hours (between 2 and 5 pm). So, we'll be checking phone messages and taking calls and answering messages (and we can wave out the window, too, if you happen to be passing by). If you're placing an order with us, we can offer you curbside pickup or delivery within town limits for a flat fee of $10. Stay safe everyone! #wereallinthistogether #staysafe #stayhealthy #takecare

For anyone who's been wishing they could flip through the new vinyl bin, we totally understand! So, we made a video - it's just like being at the store! Because of lockdown regulations, we're restricted to curbside pickup or local delivery, so, if you see something you like, just give us a call or send a message. #Vinyl #vinylcollection

...and a bonus Aesop Rock bit - this song/video about his cat Kirby: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7T_KKiQiolk&feature=youtu.be

Merry Christmas, everyone! Just a quick note to let folks know that we are open for a bit of a shorter day today - 11 am until 2 pm. And just for fun, here's a flashback to that time in September when we were all dressed up for Christmas for a film shoot. And now it's almost Christmas for real! #merrychristmas #happyholidays #hohoho

Aesop Rock on vinyl today - his Spirit World Field Guide was released just a couple weeks ago, and is right here, right now in our new vinyl bin. Described by Pitchfork thusly: "On his new album, the verbose rapper’s fascination with creatures widens into a cosmology, resulting in the most joyous album he’s ever made." A most excellent album. #vinyl #aesoprock

So happy for Sara and crew to be getting the good love!

JUST IN! Two digital pianos were just delivered to us, just in time for Christmas. A Roland FP-30 and a Yamaha P-125 - so, if you're looking for a digital piano to put under the tree, we have just the thing! #piano #digitalpiano #playmusic

This Deering Crossfire electric banjo (yes, electric banjo) is in beautiful condition and for sale by consignment. Asking $2000, includes case. C'mon by and check it out - and make an offer! #electricbanjo #playbanjo

Looking for a last minute present for the musician in your life? We've got just the thing(s)! Gift certificates, or maybe some strings? They also make great stocking stuffers! #merrychristmas #musicislife #musicians

How about a little bit about Jeff Tweedy today? All right then: https://www.rollingstone.com//jeff-tweedy-new-album-book-/

Tomorrow night we'll be delighted to have the lovely and talented Erin Bolton singing and playing music for people doing their shopping on Broadway. We'll have a couple of speakers sending music up and down the street for your enjoyment. #livemusic #orangeville #downtownorangeville

Hey there, how about some Friday afternoon vinyl? Dillinger's CB 200 - a 2019 Record Store Day special edition, it was originally released in 1976 as his second studio album. Pretty awesome. #vinyl #vinylrecords #reggae #reggaemusic

Today on vinyl - Cover Your Tracks, by Alberta's Corb Blund. Described as covers of a "focused and deliberate collection of classic and unexpected songs". Plus, handsome cover art. #vinyl #vinylrecords #corbblund

Today on vinyl - John Prine's eighteenth and final album. The Tree of Forgiveness was released in April 2018. Here's a lovely review of it from The New Yorker: https://www.newyorker.com//john-prine-the-tree-of-forgiven #vinyl #vinylrecords #johnprine

Now happening at Aardvark. Daniel LaBrash is currently performing in our front window. We have put a speaker outside for safe listening.

This very cool song and video is the latest from The Weather Station

This beautiful Paul Reed Smith guitar is so handsome it speaks for itself - for sale by consignment. Asking $2125, includes case. #electricguitar #paulreedsmith #paulreedsmithguitars

Today on vinyl - Holiday, by Jennah Barry. Her second album, it was released in March of this year. Described by Exclaim as 'one of the finest folk albums of the year.' Sounds good to us, for sure. #vinyl #vinylrecords #jennahbarry

This groovy Gretsch Electromatic hollow-body is in amazing condition and for sale by consignment. Asking $750, includes gig bag. Make an offer! #electricguitar #gretschguitars #hollowbodyguitar

Just a quick note for anyone who's trying to give us a call - our phones are down, but Bell tells us they should be fixed and back in business by tomorrow (Tuesday) morning. In the meantime, feel free to send us a message or email. Thanks!

Happy Thanksgiving weekend, everyone! We are closed today, but open tomorrow, 11 am to 6 pm. #happythanksgiving #longweekend

Happy Anniversary to us! It's Aardvark Music & Culture's 12th anniversary, and in this year of years in particular, we are so utterly grateful for everyone who has supported us and continues to support us. We are so thankful for our wonderfully talented teachers, our excellent co-workers, our administrative and promotional support and for every single one of our splendid customers. Thank you. It's a true honour and pleasure to be a part of this wonderful community.

Something to smile about, plus a little Fleetwood Mac: https://www.theguardian.com//why-is-dreams-by-fleetwood-ma

This handsome La Patrie CW QI guitar is in terrific shape, and for sale by consignment. Asking $525, includes gig bag. Make an offer! #playguitar #playmusic #guitar #acousticguitar

Hey all you musicians and songwriters reading this right now. Did you record and release original music in 2020? Are you from the Headwaters region or have a... strong connection to the region? I'm continuing to look for new original music to listen to and review for the Winter Edition of In The Hills magazine. If you would like to submit your musical creations or if you know of an artist that I should be considering, please Contact Me here via FB Messenger or email me at [email protected] My deadline is coming up soon but there's still an opportunity to send me your music. I'll do my best to review it for the Winter edition of the publication. Don't be shy! I look forward to hearing from you.

This Squier by Fender 'Toronado' is not only well-named, it's good-lookin', too. Nicely priced, at $499. #playguitar #playmusic #electricguitar #guitar

Some great Record Store Day II records still left including the glow in the dark Allman Brothers Fillmore West 1-31-71 record

Hey all you musicians and songwriters reading this right now. Did you record and release original music in 2020? Are you from the Headwaters region or have a... strong connection to the region? I'm continuing to look for new original music to listen to and review for the Winter Edition of In The Hills magazine. If you would like to submit your musical creations or if you know of an artist that I should be considering, please Contact Me here via FB Messenger or email me at [email protected] My deadline is coming up soon but there's still an opportunity to send me your music. I'll do my best to review it for the Winter edition of the publication. Don't be shy! I look forward to hearing from you.

This beautiful Taylor T5 guitar electric/acoustic features a 3-pickup configuration and an amazing tonal range. For sale by consignment - asking $1800. A marvellous instrument. C'mon by and check it out. #guitar #electricacousticguitar #playguitar #playmusic

It's Christmas on Broadway right now! Our storefront (and many others on this side of the street) is all dressed up for filming, but we're still open for business as usual inside. #businessasusual #musicstore

Online music lessons are back in session! To get set up with a time that works best for you, give us a call - 519-941-4100 - or send us a message. Guitar, classical guitar, piano, ukelele, drums, and fiddle lessons available. #playmusic #musiclessons #musiclessonsforkids #musiclessonsonline