Getting an Instrument (2 steps)

Step 1: Renting or Purchasing an Instrument

You can rent an instrument from a local music store or purchase an instrument. If you are planning to rent an instrument, you can do so at one of the stores listed below. Zeswitz is the preferred vendor for WCASD.
If you are planning to purchase an instrument, please read everything thoroughly before making a decision. There are plenty of "band and orchestra instruments" for sale on the internet. Cheap instruments become incredibly frustrating as they can be difficult to play, break easily, and at times impossible to repair. This will impact the time the student has to practice and their ability to produce a good sound. Be wary of any instrument with a color finish (ex: pink, blue, purple, etc.) Remember the adage: "If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is".
For orchestra, renting is the most practical option because your child will need a fractional size instrument. Rental programs allow you to trade in the instrument for a larger size as your child grows.

100 Gilbraltar Rd.

Reading, PA 19606

(610) 406-4300

WCASD Preferred Rental Vendor Lesson book included for free and deliveries to the school.

181 West Lincoln Hwy

Exton, PA 19341

(484) 875-0101

Select "pick up in store" or "ship to home" for the quickest delivery of your instrument and materials (within 24 hrs).

116 West Gay St.

West Chester, PA 19380

(610) 696-1812

Properly Playing Instrument (rental or purchased)
Lesson Book
- Essential Elements Book 1
- Percussion - Essential Elements Book 1 Includes Keyboard Percussion
Supplies (if you need help, ask Ms. Vong or your local music store)
- Flute - cleaning rod and swab
- Clarinet - 3 or more 2.5 strength reeds, cork grease, cleaning swab
- Alto Saxophone - 3 or more 2.5 strength reeds, neck strap, cork grease, cleaning swab
- Trumpet/Baritone - valve oil
- Trombone - slide oil/grease
- Percussion - Bell AND snare kit
Pay WCASD Activity Fee ($28) - CLICK HERE
Music Stand recommended for at-home practice, but not required

Properly Playing Instrument (rental or purchased)
Lesson Book
- 3rd Grade/Beginners - Essential Elements Book 1
- 4th/5th Grade/Advanced students - Essential Elements Book 2
Supplies (if you need help, ask Ms. Vong or your local music store)
- Violin/Viola - rosin, shoulder rest or sponge, microfiber cloth
- Cello/Bass - rosin, rock stop or cello strap, microfiber cloth
Pay WCASD Activity Fee ($28) - CLICK HERE
Music Stand recommended for at-home practice, but not required

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