Accessories can an be purchased when you rent an instrument or through Zeswitz or other retailers (items linked below).
Violin and Viola
Shoulder Rest-I only recommend KUN or Everest brands). You will need to order the same size shoulder rest as the instrument (violin 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 viola 11", 12", 13").
Not required, but a good idea, is to get a music stand to practice at home.
Cello
All for Strings Book 1 for Cello (tan cover)
Not required, but a good idea, is to get a music stand to practice at home.
Bass
Not required, but a good idea, is to get a music stand to practice at home.
Flute:
Method for Band - Mr. Wilson will provide this book
Folding music stand
Cleaning rod (should come with the flute)
Lint-free cloth (handkerchief or piece of t-shirt material is fine)
Clarinet:
Method for Band - Mr. Wilson will provide this book
Folding music stand
Reeds - please have 4 or more working reeds at all times, Strength: Beginners start on 2 and switch to 2.5 mid-year. Experienced students use 2.5 or 3. Recommended Brands: Rico, Vandoren, Mitchell Lurie.
Swab
OPTIONAL: mouthpiece cushion, thumb cushion
OPTIONAL: Neotech clarinet neck strap
Saxophone:
Method for Band - Mr. Wilson will provide this book
Folding music stand
Neck strap (should come with the instrument)
Reeds- please have 4 or more working reeds at all times. Strength: Beginners start on 2 and switch to 2.5 mid-year. Experienced students use 2.5 or 3. Recommended Brands: Rico, Vandoren
Swab
OPTIONAL: mouthpiece cushion, thumb cushion, Rovner Ligature
Trumpet:
Method for Band - Mr. Wilson will provide this book
Folding music stand
Valve oil
Tuning slide grease
Trombone:
Method for Band - Mr. Wilson will provide this book
Folding music stand
Valve oil
Tuning slide grease
Snare Drum/Mallets:
Method for Band - Mr. Wilson will provide this book
Folding music stand
Bell kit. Includes these items in the case: Bell set, Bell mallets, practice pad, snare drum sticks, stands for the bell set and pad.