As every aspiring New York based classical musician has heard or read, the venerable Joseph Patelson Music House is slated to close. This 60+ years old musical institution just around the corner from Carnegie Hall has been more than a music store. It was a candy tasting experience in that you could browse through any piece of classical music, apprise it and savor its richness. The store clerks were quite helpful and knowledgable. It was a destination for the young, idealistic artist.
The unfortunate fate of Patelsons mirrors the demise of record stores like Tower Records. The world of downloadable sheet music has sadly caused the end of a memoriable era.
