Franks Music 3.25

We pride ourselves in stocking the latest and greatest musical artist and entertainers, and we provide our customers with all genres of music.

Easy listening, soft rock, folk, Celtic inspired, New Age, classical, country, R&B, alternative, reggae, rap - you name it!

We are also the best supplier of Acadian and Francophone music east of Montreal. We have supported such different artists as Les Mechant Maquereaux, Edith Butler, Roch Voisine, Celine Dion, and many others.

We are especially devoted to the support of home-grown talent, so artists such as Chris Cummings, and Moncton's own fiddling sensation Ivan Hicks are found well displayed.

We also have an extensive classical room for the aficionados of classical music, or for those just learning about it. But the term "classical room" means more than just the old symphonic composers. Classical also means classic blues, jazz, R&B, and more!

Children have not been forgotten. While their parents search out the titles they want, youngsters can choose from their kind of music - whether it's Fred Penner, Sharon, Lois and Bram, or they can decide on age-appropriate children's videos from Sesame Street and other children's entertainers.

Frank's is a family run business, already in its second generation. And the Barter family tends to treat their staff as part of an extended family. At various times, their three daughters, Gwenna, Kelly and Donna have all worked at the store. The son Karl, is a busy contributor to the business and expects to carry on in his father's footsteps.

Two of their staff have been with the business for over 20 years.

Brady Chamberlain says that his job at Frank's and his work as a local radio personality dovetail nicely for personally and professionally.

Mark Gaudet is the other employee who has been with Frank's for two decades. In his capacity as a member of the band Eric's Trip, he has been able to bring special knowledge to his work - a "behind the scenes" insight that enables him to understand the nuances of the recording industry from a personal stance.