Looking to get your student an instrument? Take a look at this list. Not all instruments are created equal. Due to extreme pitch problems, lack of durability and repair policies of our local music stores concerning generic/off-brand instruments, please make sure you acquire an instrument from our preferred brands list below. A variety of non-music stores offer substandard quality instruments, but the pitch problems and lack of repair options can jeopardize your child’s band experience. When you rent/purchase a quality instrument for your child—that can be repaired if needed—you are giving them the best chance for success. Instruments do not need to be new, used ones are perfectly acceptable.
For more detailed information, please click on the instrument you are looking for. If you have a question about a brand you don't see on here, feel free to ask!
Flute: Armstrong, Blessing, Gemeinhardt, Pearl, Selmer, Trevor James, Yamaha
Clarinet: BAC, Armstrong, Buffet, Bundy, Jupiter, Le Blanc, Noblet, Selmer, Vito, Yamaha
Saxophone: BAC, Bundy, Cannonball, Jupiter, Selmer, Yamaha
Trumpet: BAC, Bach, Blessing, Conn, Olds, Getzen, Jupiter, King, Selmer, Yamaha
Horn: Conn, King, Holton, Yamaha
Trombone: BAC, Bach, Blessing, Conn, Olds, Getzen, Jupiter, King, Selmer, Yamaha
Baritone: Bach, Blessing, Conn, Getzen, King, Jupiter, Meinl Weston, Willson, Yamaha
Tuba: Conn, Eastman, King, Meinl Weston, Miraphone, Yamaha
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