Musical Instruments

A learner may rent or order a single economy-grade musical instrument under $500 before taxes and warranty.  In the event of theft, loss, or damage due to intentional or unintentional abuse or misuse, the parent/guardian will be responsible for any repairs not covered by the protection plan or warranty.

Requirements:

• A minimum 3-year protection plan that includes accidental damage is required on all instruments over $150. Please be sure to include the protection plan on your order request. Instruments over $150 cannot be ordered through Amazon. If ordering an instrument that is over $150, please select another material provider.

• Rental instruments are available from September to May.  Rented instruments must be returned to the material provider at the end of May each year. iLEAD cannot pay for rentals between June and August. The parent/guardian may choose to continue a rental agreement over the summer and pay out of pocket for the summer months.

• Instrument bags and accessories (guitar amps and the like) may only be ordered for iLEAD-owned instruments, and the cost is included in the under $500 max.

• Musical furniture is not approved.

• Standard drum kits are not approved, however, portable (foldable) electronic drum sets are allowed.  

• No used or open box instruments.

• Only portable model digital keyboards are approved.  

Some options for musical instruments include:

• Bertrand’s Music in Mission Viejo & Orange County - offers rentals and sales

• B & H  online vendor offering instruments and protection plans

• Burbank Music Academy  offers rentals and sales 

• Dave Janssen’s School of Music in Simi Valley - offers rentals

• Morey’s Music  in Long Beach - offers rentals and sales

• Musician’s Friend online vendor offering instruments and protection plans

• Westminster Arts Academy  offers rentals for learners taking lessons