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(Updated June 6th, 2026)
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Need info on Band or Orchestra?
Need info on Band or Orchestra?
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Keep scolling down!
How to Get an Instrument for Band/Orchestra
(the cheapest you can find isn’t always the best buy)How to Get an Instrument for Band/Orchestra
- Preferred Option #1: Rent through a music store
Correct size, reasonably priced, everything included. Simple and easy (resources down the page)
- Preferred Option #2: Rent through RCCBA
Specifically for students with financial need AND students who play larger instruments, such as: Cello, Double Bass, Tenor Saxophone, French Horn, Euphonium/Baritone, Tuba, and Percussion* (read more on our rental application form: https://forms.gle/qchJXgNA8Kg9i7B8A)
- Purchase from a private source
PLEASE ask me for help identifying quality instruments.
- Purchase from the internet
Buyer beware! The cheapest isn't the best buy! Ask Mr. Calderon for help identifying quality instruments.
RESOURCES TO GET INSTRUMENTS AND SUPPLIES
RESOURCES TO GET INSTRUMENTS AND SUPPLIES
West Music (Local)
West Music (Local)
1398 Twixt Town Rd, Marion, IA
Offers Both Band & Orchestra Rentals
Rent-to-Own Plan: $20 to $88 per month
(Based on Instrument Choice)
Schultz Strings (Local)
Schultz Strings (Local)
1190 Twixt Town Rd, Marion, IA
Offers ONLY Orchestra Rentals
Rent-to-Own Plan: $26 to $97 per month
(Based on Instrument Choice)
Sizing Chart (6th Graders usually need “3/4 size”)
Sweetwater.com (online)
Sweetwater.com (online)
Offers Both Band & Orchestra Rentals*
*upgrades available (optional) and 1-month trial promotions offeredRent-to-Own Plan: $20 to $60 per month
(Based on Instrument Choice)
RENT FROM RCCBA
RENT FROM RCCBA
For students with financial need AND for students who play larger instruments
such as: Cello, Double Bass, Tenor Saxophone, French Horn, Euphonium/Baritone, Tuba, and Percussion*DOES NOT Include:
— Method Book (required for class)
— Reeds for Clarinets/Saxophones
— Rosin for bows or a tuner for strings
— Rent-to-Own Plan (district policy)
6th Grade Summer Band & Orchestra Lessons
6th Grade Summer Band & Orchestra Lessons
Incoming 6th graders take summer lessons on their instrument at Roosevelt with Mr. Calderon in the Band Room (Go through the north facing side door)
Percussion students will bring their percussion kits (or have them delivered to Roosevelt)
If you are renting an instrument through Roosevelt, your instrument will be ready at the first lesson you attend
Next Steps
Next Steps
Attend Summer Lessons (even if it’s half of the scheduled times)
Visit West Music, Schultz Strings, or Sweetwater.com to obtain an instrument and materials
Contact Mr. Calderon for any additional questions you may have
There is not a specific sign-up link! You can just attend!
There is not a specific sign-up link! You can just attend!
Lessons will be taught in small groups and there is not a lot of flexibility to teach individual students***
Participation Cost & Payment Info:
Participation Cost & Payment Info:
- $50 — Regular Fee district-wide
- $30 — For families that qualify for reduced lunch
- FREE — For families that qualify for free lunch
All rental fees and summer lesson fees will be billed through Infinite Campus after the summer lessons are over.
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