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Rentals
Rentals
Centerville MS uses SweetwaterMusic and Allegro Music for all instrument rentals.
Both organizations have a "pure" rental model AND a "rent-to-own" model. Pure rentals are month to month payments and the rent to own model means that a portion of your rental fee goes towards buying the instrument. If you choose the rent to own model, the amount that goes towards your first instrument can also be applied to a step-up or new instrument down the road as well.
Allegro Music Rental Information
https://www.allegromusic.net/instrument-rentals
Sweetwater Music Rental Information
https://www.sweetwater.com/shop/735113-horner-middle-school/
Another great source for oboes is Forrest Music in Berkeley
https://www.forrestsmusic.com/
Don't be shy, make sure to compare prices!
Buy Used
Buy Used
musicgoround.com or reverb.com are good sources for used instrument purchases. I like purchasing from this organization because each instrument is checked by a repair technician before being shipped out. Avoid Ebay and Craigslist.
A few things to keep in mind:
instruments get jostled when shipped, instruments may need adjustments upon arrival
these used instruments will not look brand new because they are not brand new
if an instrument is marked "AS IS", then the instrument is meant to be used for parts and is most likely not playable, do NOT purchase
Another great source for oboes is Forrest Music in Berkeley: https://www.forrestsmusic.com/
Buy New
Buy New
Some families prefer to purchase new for a variety of reasons. I've included links below so you will have the option to price compare from a variety of sources.
Ask your private instructor for more information and suggestions! Once you have a suggestion for brand and model, let me know and I may be able to find one for less than MSRP.
Allegro Music is an instrument dealer, so you can call their number at: 510-793-3500 to inquire about the price.
Required Accessories
Required Accessories
Reeds:
Pre-made, Emerald or Jones are ok choices. I would suggest medium softs for the first several months. Reed quality really matters with oboe. Having poor reeds just causes endless frustration. Forrest Music has a great selection of quality reeds. Many of my students also get fantastic reeds from this source (they can take a while though): https://reedmaker.com/
Swab: https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/ObSwLBlkHod--hodge-lob1-oboe-swab-black-long
Silk swabs are the best option for oboe. Do not use a flute or clarinet swab - it will get stuck fast!
Private lessons HIGHLY recommended for at least a few months to get started, please ask Mr. Lorigan for recommendations!
Tuner/Metronome for home and school practice (phone apps are also good for this too)
Wire Music Stand for home practice (this prevents physical injury over time): Wire Stand
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