August 7, 2020
School Band Instruments – A Parent’s Guide When a child shows interest in playing a musical instrument, that interest should be nurtured and encouraged. Of course, if you’re a parent who’s not musically knowledgeable, it’s very normal to feel overwhelmed after walking into a music store to find school band instruments. But there’s no need […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
March 4, 2016
If you’re concerned about the high price of purchasing a brand new musical instrument for your child, you may wish to consider taking part in a rent to own program. Designed for those who are unsure about their child’s future in music but who don’t want their rental fees to go to waste, rent to […]
November 8, 2015
Financially speaking, when a child first learns to play the guitar, renting a guitar almost always makes more sense. Not only does a good rental program come with a variety of perks and benefits, but a rent-to-own program means that each payment goes towards the purchase price of the guitar. With no interest and no […]
September 4, 2015
One of the most exciting times in a child’s school life is when they choose which instrument they want to play. After the type of instrument, brand, and model is chosen, the next most important set of items to purchase are accessories. If parents only choose to purchase or rent an instrument without accessories, the […]
August 15, 2015
If your son or daughter has decided they’d like to play a musical instrument in their elementary or middle school band, it’s a fun and educational activity that can last for years to come. But, as with any activity, there are decisions to be made- including how and where to rent a musical instrument. From […]
August 1, 2015
Viola Rental Guide Learning to play a new instrument is an exciting but uncertain time. Will you enjoy the viola and stick with it, or will you decide it’s not for you and try a different instrument instead? The answer to this question is something you’ll only find out once you give it a shot, […]
July 31, 2015
Cello Rental Guide There are several options when it comes to obtaining an instrument, and when you’re a beginner, the best bet is almost always to rent. That’s because renting gives you the opportunity to sample the cello without a long-term commitment, and it offers some unique perks and advantages that make the first steps […]
