London music shop is saved

When its founders retired last year it looked like Dots Music Camden would be lost forever. Dots is one of about five music shops in London that sell a full range of instruments and sheet music.

Today, Lindsay and Ian Douglas stepped forward as the new owners.

They say: ‘London can’t lose a music shop as iconic and important to Camden’s musical heritage as Dots Music. This shop is loved right down to South London because general music shops are so rare.

‘Dots’ expert musicians, luthiers and brass repairers, that give so much essential help to the public, are all happily staying on as part of the team. Dots staff are so friendly and non judgmental. You will never be patronised, for example, for knowing almost nothing about your kid’s school instruments. It’s a safe place to come as a learner and be respected as much as any professional.”

‘Music shops are needed because you can’t get expertise and friendly help from mass importers. Even a violin of the same brand will sound better if you buy it here. Dots’ luthier improves the hand-made violins to create better instruments that are completely unique to Dots. You can’t sound like this by ordering on Amazon.’