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Our History

For over 150 years, C. A. House Music has been helping musicians in the Ohio Valley find the perfect gear. From a small piano and organ shop in Wheeling, WV, to multiple locations serving players of all kinds, we've grown, adapted, and kept the music going. Check out some of the big moments that helped shape C. A. House Music into the place you know today

1872: Chauncey A. House founded C. A. House Music in Wheeling, WV, selling pianos and reed pump organs in a small shop on Market Street.

1885: C. A. House expanded with agents and stores in 20 locations across West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

Early 1900s: The store became known nationwide for its massive selection of Victrolas, thanks to Thomas Edison’s invention of the phonograph.

1921: Chauncey passed away from pneumonia, and his wife Rose took over, adding Hammond organs and Steinway pianos to the lineup.

1946: Rose passed away, and company employees had already purchased the business before her passing.

1964: Pete Ceo, owner of Ceo Music in downtown Wheeling, bought controlling stock of C. A. House Music, merging it with Ceo Music.

1970: C. A. House Music opened a new branch in Zanesville, OH, originally on Military Road before moving to Sunrise Plaza and later Market Street, where it remains today at 5,500 square feet.

1977: Pete Ceo bought land in St. Clairsville, OH, slowly shifting operations from downtown Wheeling. Departments were relocated in stages, starting with repairs and pianos, followed by guitars and drums.

1988: The St. Clairsville store expanded with a dedicated guitar department.

1990: The Parkersburg, WV branch was added, originally in Foodland Plaza before moving to Cavalier Circle in 1996, now a 10,000-square-foot space.

1996: The St. Clairsville store expanded again, adding a piano showroom.

2000s: Under general manager Steve Ceo, C. A. House Music relocated to a massive 24,000-square-foot space in St. Clairsville, featuring a piano showroom, pro audio room, guitar and drum showroom, and a band & orchestra department.

2011: The Lancaster, OH location opened on West Sixth Avenue, covering 4,200 square feet.

Today: C. A. House Music continues to serve musicians across the Ohio Valley, carrying on its 150+ years of history with a commitment to quality instruments and expert service.

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