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Renting an Instrument
We only recommend renting, rather than purchasing an instrument online.
Free maintenance and repairs with easy, free instrument size exchanges
Higher-quality instruments designed for student success
Rent-to-own options and rental credit toward future instrument purchases
With over 40 years of combined teaching experience, Ms. Webb and Mr. Cook have found that:
"Online-purchased instruments never meet quality standards for orchestra"
Follow These 5 Steps to Be Ready for Orchestra!
Instrument Selection: All students must acquire an instrument to participate. See below for the different types of instruments!
Rental Location: Choose a rental location and click on the name to view their website:
*Please note: Do not purchase an instrument from any shop or online...only rent to own!*
Rental Setup: Visit the chosen store in person to set up your rental and purchase necessary supplies. The store will assist in measuring and selecting the correct size instrument and will deliver it directly to Krimmel Intermediate. Your rental includes insurance, maintenance, and the ability to change sizes as your child grows for no extra charge!
Additional Supplies: You will also need to acquire the following items. Let the shop know you are with the Krimmel orchestra!
Rosin, Soft polishing cloth,
Shoulder rest (for violin/viola) or rock stop (for cello/bass) & bow quiver (bass)
Folding music stand
Method Book: Periods 1, 2, 6 use the "Essential Elements Book 1" for your instrument
For CURRENT Krimmel students (not 5th grade):
Tuner: Korg CA-2 Chromatic Tuner with clip-on microphone (Korg CM200BK Clip-On Contact Microphone)
Violin
Violin
The smallest instrument, typically playing the melody with the highest pitch.
Listen here: Violin Sound
Viola
Viola
Similar in shape to the violin but with a deeper, warmer tone. It adds depth to the orchestra's sound.
Listen here: Viola Sound
Cello
Cello
Known for its rich, warm tone that is closest to the human voice. The rental instrument will be kept at home, while students will use a school instrument during classes to avoid transportation issues.
Listen here: Cello Sound
Bass
Bass
Provides the foundation of the orchestra with its low pitch. It can perform in various styles, including jazz and classical. Like the cello, your rental will remain at home, and a school instrument will be used in class.
Listen here: Bass Sound
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