1/17, TCCO Nie Young Scholarship Competition
2026 Nie Scholarship Competition Applications Open
Applications are due no later than January 2, 2026.
In honor of Kuan-Yao Lam Nie and James K. Nie, Turtle Creek Chamber Orchestra offers funds, mentorship, and a chance to play with TCCO during their summer concert season.
Any student of string or piano who is from 5 to 18 years of age may enter.
Scholarships are awarded in four categories:
Beginners:
Intermediate
Advance
Pre-Collegiate
Please visit the Turtle Creek Chamber Orchestra website for competition guidelines and entrance forms.
12/15, Guitar League
Guitar League Presents…
Join us on 12/15 for a special edition of Southern Wisconsin Chapter of Guitar League. We will start the evening out with OPEN MIC NIGHT and follow up with a Guitar Circle.
Guitar League is an opportunity for enthusiasts to share skills, knowledge, and techniques while having fun. Bring your acoustic guitar. No reservations required. First meeting is FREE!
Questions regarding Guitar League? Contact Evan Reilly below!
11/30, 5th Saturday
SATURDAY, 11/29
Ready, set, shop! Whether you're checking off your holiday list or treating yourself (you deserve it!), head to Knapton on Saturday, 11/29 for a special 5th Saturday celebration!
Wait, what’s 5th Saturday? Whenever a month has five Saturdays, we celebrate the fifth one with an exclusive SALE just for our Loyalty Rewards customers!
Extra bonus: This 5th Saturday falls during our Black Friday Weekend Event, so you’ll enjoy even more savings throughout the store!
Not a Loyalty Rewards member yet? Sign up below and swing by on November 29th to unlock:
Double punches on your Loyalty Rewards Card
A FREE tote bag
Up to 20% off everything you can fit inside it—including clearance! (Some exclusions apply)
Let the savings begin!
11/28-30, Black Friday Weekend Event
BLACK FRIDAY - THE WAY IT’S SUPPOSED TO BE!
No pre-holiday gimmicks—just true after-Thanksgiving specials. Shop with us and receive a free gift with purchase, while supplies last!
ENTER TO WIN A KNAPTON GIFT CARD UP TO $100!
Whether it’s musical accessories, thoughtful gifts, or instruments for kids and adults alike—we’ve got something for everyone. With our help, you’ll be the Santa everyone remembers!
Have yourself a Clavinova Christmas!
Gather round the Yamaha Clavinova! Enjoy the realistic touch of an acoustic with the sound of a grand piano! No matter your skill level or musical goals, you can find a Clavinova that suits you. You can even play along with virtual bandmates. Come in and hear how good Yamaha can make you sound!
* Subject to credit approval. 24 monthly payments of $41.67 per $1,000 financed at 0.00% APR. On purchases of new and in-stock qualifying Yamaha pianos from October 30, 2025 to January 5, 2026.
What surprises do we have in store for you?
We can’t wait to see you!
Black Friday Sale EXTENDED
ONE MORE WEEKEND!
Oh…the weather outside was frightful, but our deals are still delightful! Stuck in the snow? Miss out on the great deals? We’ve got you covered!
We’ve extended our Black Friday Sale for one more week! Our friendly team is ready to help you find the perfect gift for the music lover in your life—yes, even if that’s you (we won’t tell ). But don’t wait too long…these deals are only good while supplies last!
Have yourself a Clavinova Christmas!
Gather round the Yamaha Clavinova! Enjoy the realistic touch of an acoustic with the sound of a grand piano! No matter your skill level or musical goals, you can find a Clavinova that suits you. You can even play along with virtual bandmates. Come in and hear how good Yamaha can make you sound!
* Subject to credit approval. 24 monthly payments of $41.67 per $1,000 financed at 0.00% APR. On purchases of new and in-stock qualifying Yamaha pianos from October 30, 2025 to January 5, 2026.
What surprises do we have in store for you?
We can’t wait to see you!
10/25, 25th Anniversary Celebration
YOU’RE INVITED!
Back in 2000, Lauri Knapton opened the doors to Knapton Musik Knotes with a simple mission: to help people discover the joy of making music. Twenty-five years later, that mission is still going strong—thanks to the thousands of students, families, and musicians who’ve grown with us.
Please join us as we celebrate 25 years of music, mentorship, and community!
Guests can enjoy complimentary refreshments, hourly $25 gift card drawings, and a grand prize $250 gift card giveaway at the end of the day!
Explore exclusive in-store specials:
25% off Select Digital Pianos, Keyboards, Band & Orchestra Instruments, Guitars, Amps and Drum Sets
25% off Music Stands with Carrying Bags
$25 Guitar & Orchestral Re-Strings (Floyds extra)
25% off Select Music
9/15, Guitar League
Join Southern Wisconsin Chapter of Guitar League us on 9/15 for an evening with award winning singer/songwriter Sam Ness!
Guitar League enables guitar enthusiasts to share guitar skills, knowledge, and techniques while having fun. Bring your acoustic guitar for breakout sessions after the presentation. Meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month. No reservations required. First meeting is FREE!
Questions regarding Guitar League? Contact Evan Reilly below!
8/30, 5th Saturday Sale
Enjoy a good deal? Be sure to shop at Knapton on 8/30 for 5th Saturday Savings!
What is ‘5th Saturday’? Every month that has FIVE (5) Saturdays, we celebrate by having a SALE for our Loyalty Rewards customers on the 5th Saturday of that month!
Don’t have your Loyalty Rewards card yet? Sign up by clicking below and stop in on March 29th! You'll receive double punches on your Loyalty Rewards Card, a FREE tote bag, AND get 20% off everything you can fit inside it. This INCLUDES Clearance items! (Some exclusions apply)
It’s not too late to save! Sign up for Loyalty Rewards below!
8/18, Guitar League
Join Southern Wisconsin Chapter of Guitar League us on 8/18 for an evening with local country/rock artist Zac Matthews!
Guitar League enables guitar enthusiasts to share guitar skills, knowledge, and techniques while having fun. Bring your acoustic guitar for breakout sessions after the presentation. Meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month. No reservations required. First meeting is FREE!
Questions regarding Guitar League? Contact Evan Reilly below!
8/16, Strings & Things
Gear up for the school year and let your instrument shine! Join us for our FREE Instrument Assessment & Restring Clinic happening on Saturday, August 16.
Here’s what’s in store:
Expert evaluation to make sure your instrument is in top playing shape
Free restringing with in-store string purchase
All orchestral, band, and stringed instruments welcome—yes, even your ukulele!
No appointment needed—just walk in!
7/21, Guitar League
Join Southern Wisconsin Chapter of Guitar League us on 7/21 for an evening with local music artist Andy Ellefson!
Guitar League allows enthusiasts to share guitar skills, knowledge, and techniques while having fun. Bring your acoustic guitar for breakout sessions after the presentation. Meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month. No reservations required. First meeting is FREE!
Questions regarding Guitar League? Contact Evan Reilly below!
6/16, Guitar League
Join Southern Wisconsin Chapter of Guitar League us on 6/16 for an evening with Frank Laufenberg! Frank plays with Wurk, a 6-piece fusion band out of Madison.
Guitar League allows enthusiasts to share guitar skills, knowledge, and techniques while having fun. Bring your acoustic guitar for breakout sessions after the presentation. Meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month. No reservations required. First meeting is FREE!
Questions regarding Guitar League? Contact Evan Reilly below!
6/14, Uke Circle
FREE UKE CIRCLE
Dads, grads, and everyone in between….you are welcome to join us for our Ukulele Circle!
No ability required. We will even provide a ukulele to those who need to borrow one. So bring your Dad, a grad, or anyone you wish - just reserve your space below!
5/31, 5th Saturday Sale
5/31 5TH SATURDAY SALE
10AM - 5PM
May 31st is the 5th Saturday of the month, which means our Loyalty Rewards cardholders can save big throughout the store! Enjoy DOUBLE card punches PLUS 20% off most everything you can fit in your yellow tote bag! This month, we also have a
**GUITAR RESTRING SPECIAL**
With any in-store guitar string purchase:
Standard Guitar Re-Strings for $20
Floating Tremolos and 12-Strings for $30
It’s just our way of thanking you for choosing to shop local!
No card? No problem! Sign up below or in-store!
5/10, Uke Circle
FREE UKE CIRCLE
Mamma Mia! Surprise your Mum by spending some fun, quality time, at our Ukulele Circle.
This FREE event is open to all abilities. We will even provide a uke to those who don’t have their own.
Reserve your space(s) below!
5/9, MacDowell Music Club Talent Showcase
We are honored to be hosting the MacDowell Music Club Music Talent Showcase.
Participation is open to all ages, and participants may sing or play an instrument of their choice.
All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation and also be entered into a drawing for gift cards to Knapton Musik Knotes!
Click the button below for a registration form.
4/19, Amp and Pedal Clinic
In recognition of International Guitar Month, we are hosting a FREE Amp & Pedal Clinic. If you have any questions about amplifiers or pedals or want to hear the different sounds your instrument can make, you don’t want to miss this free workshop!
You are welcome to bring your own guitar or borrow one of ours during the event.
Reserve your space below.
Throughout April, we are hosting a ‘People and Pets’ Food Drive. You are welcome to drop off non-perishable food and pet food to support local pantries.
4/12-13, Guitar Restringing Clinic
In honor of International Guitar Month, we are hosting a Guitar Restringing Clinic!
We will guide you in selecting the ideal strings for your desired tone. We will also demonstrate the proper method to restring your guitar and share some effective tuning methods.
D’Addario will provide one set of strings per family - while supplies last!
This workshop will be held on 4/12 AND 4/13 from 2 - 4pm each day. Please reserve your date below so we can better accommodate you!
Throughout April, we are hosting a ‘People and Pets’ Food Drive. You are welcome to drop off non-perishable food and pet food to support local pantries.
4/12, Uke Circle
JOIN US!
Hip-hop to it! We’re feeling a little bit bunny about our April Uke Circle!
This workshop is FREE and we will even provide a uke to those who need one. All abilities are welcome so reserve your space today.
People and Pets Food Drive
Help support needy families and pets in our community when you drop off non-perishable food and pet food items at Knapton.
Donations will be given to ECHO and Friends of Noah to help those less fortunate.
3/29, 5th Saturday Sale
Enjoy a good deal? Be sure to shop at Knapton on 3/29 for 5th Saturday!
What is 5th Saturday’? Every month that has FIVE (5) Saturdays, we celebrate by having a SALE for our Loyalty Rewards customers on the 5th Saturday of that month!
Don’t have your Loyalty Rewards card yet? Sign up by clicking below and stop in on March 29th! You'll receive double punches on your Loyalty Rewards Card, a FREE tote bag, AND get 20% off everything you can fit inside it. This INCLUDES Clearance items! (Some exclusions apply)
It’s not too late to save! Sign up for Loyalty Rewards below!
