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Fifty Years, and Still Tuning.
For 50 years, The Magic Flute has been San Rafael's home for music—first guitars, first lessons, and a community that's kept coming back ever since. Here's what's new, what we're celebrating, and how to reach us.
Press inquiries: tamara@themagicflute.com
Latest Coverage & Releases
Aug 12, 2026
Changing Keys: The Magic Flute Launches a Quest for New Owners
San Rafael’s rock steady music store, The Magic Flute (182 Northgate One), opened its doors in 1976 under the ownership of Michael Mitchell and is still going strong today.
Press Release
The Magic Flute Celebrates 50 Years in San Rafael—and Begins Search for Its Next Steward