June 30, 2020
The Power of Renting There are certain times of year when music is in the air and instruments are on the brain. If you’re the parent of a child going back to school, it’s time to start gearing up for a year of band. Or maybe it’s festival season and you’re interested in picking up […]
Has your son or daughter decided they want to play a musical instrument in their school’s orchestra or marching band? While this is fantastic news for a variety of reasons, some parents aren’t sure if they should rent or buy their child’s first instrument. Whether they’re concerned about their finances or don’t want to rush […]
June 3, 2020
The summer months tend to bring with them a variety of different things. Beach trips, vacation days…and no instrument practice? That’s right! Would you believe that nearly 75% of school music students don’t touch their instruments all summer?! In fact, many parents think returning their rental instrument is what they’re supposed to do at the […]
August 12, 2018
Part of the challenge of getting your child started in band, orchestra, or private lessons for the first time (besides deciding on an instrument!) is deciding whether you should rent or buy an instrument. As a parent, there are pros and cons to each, just like there are pros and cons for your child, the […]
August 4, 2018
Many parents with a young, excited musician often struggle with one thing: does purchasing or renting a violin make more sense, at least initially? Many parents opt for renting a violin, with the logic being that their son or daughter may eventually lose interest in the instrument. Others are concerned that their child will grow […]
July 27, 2018
Renting vs. Buying Part of the challenge of a student getting started in band for the first time is making the decision to rent or buy your first instrument. There are definite pros and cons to both as a musician, but many folks haven’t played since middle school or at all. I know that when I find myself […]
July 23, 2018
A step-up instrument is the instrument that gives you a “step-up” from student models to a professional model. They are the in between instrument that works perfect for learners making their way to a professional status. The step-up instrument is the perfect transitional tool between the two. These are great instruments to learn from and […]
February 27, 2018
Many people wish they were more musical, but very few take action to become more musical people. Whether you’re an adult who used to play an instrument and wishes you kept it up or a parent who wants their child to learn the language of music, there are a variety of different ways you can […]
October 21, 2016
In the world of musical instruments, the question about whether it’s better to purchase an instrument or rent one comes up often. When it comes to the trombone, as with other instruments, the answer generally depends upon your specific circumstances. If you’re a parent with a child that’s expressed a desire to learn to play […]
October 5, 2016
If you’re the proud parent of a child who is excited about learning to play the viola, you likely have a couple things on your mind. First, you need to secure a high-quality viola for your child to learn on. Next, you need to decide whether renting or purchasing that viola makes sense for you […]
