Teach a kid to blow a horn and he won’t learn to blow up a safe. ~ Louis Armstrong


Quality band and orchestra instrument rentals

for the young musician at an affordable price.



Pricing & Availability For Band Instruments

(monthly cost, maintenance fee included)


Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, Trombone

$32



Alto Saxophone

$49



Tenor Saxophone, Single French Horn, Oboe, Baritone Horn

$55




Pricing & Availability For Orchestra Instruments

(monthly costs, maintenance fee included)


1/4, 1/2, 3/4 and Full Size Violins & Violas

$20



1/2, 3/4 and Full Size Cellos

$30





More Information



  1. Bullet100% of the rental amount of your payment is applied toward the purchase of your instrument for the life of the contract.  (This applies to band instruments only).  If you decide to purchase during the first twelve months of the contract, a 25% discount will be credited toward the remaining balance.  Applicable sales tax will be added at the time the instrument is sold. 

  2. BulletThe payment amounts listed include a $5 monthly maintenance and repair (M&R) fee.  This fee will cover repairs during the life of the contract.

  3. BulletNo obligation to purchase

  4. BulletMinimum rental time is one month

  5. BulletViolins, Violas and Cellos are for rent only and are not available for purchase. 

  6. BulletSome repairs can be completed on site.  If we need to keep the instrument overnight, a loaner will be issued.  Most repairs are completed within one week.

  7. Bullet A valid Illinois driver’s license and an active major credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express are required for rental contracts).


The Quality of Our Instruments



Each instrument goes through the following preparation before we rent:


Saxes/Clarinets/Flutes/Oboes

  1. all keys are evaluated and action is regulated for optimum playability

  2. all pads, corks and springs are checked and replaced as necessary

  3. instruments are cleaned and polished inside and out

  4. each instrument receives a brand new mouthpiece (sax, clarinet)

  5. all cases are vacuumed, polished and sterilized

  6. all instruments are fully lubricated and play tested



Trumpets/French Horns/Baritones

  1. horns are completely disassembled - all slides and valves are removed

  2. slides are polished and cleaned inside and out

  3. valves are cleaned and checked for proper alignment

  4. if necessary, pistons are polished and valve casings are lapped

  5. all mouthpieces are sterilized

  6. all cases are vacuumed, polished and sterilized

  7. all instruments are fully lubricated and play tested


Trombones

  1. horns are completely disassembled - all slides are removed

  2. slides are polished and cleaned inside and out

  3. slides are checked for proper alignment

  4. cases are vacuumed, polished and sterilized

  5. mouthpieces are sterilized

  6. horns are fully lubricated and play tested



Strings

  1. strings are cleaned or changed when necessary

  2. instrument bodies are cleaned and polished

  3. fingerboards are cleaned and polished

  4. cases are vacuumed, polished

  5. bridges are replaced when necessary

  6. each instrument receives new rosin



More About Us



Private Lessons

The Music Room teaching staff encompasses of some of the finest musicians in the Chicagoland area.  These playing and teaching professionals hold music degrees and/or advanced studies from some of the best music schools in the country.  Read more about our lesson program.



Books, Supplies and Materials

We have a huge selection of music books, supplies and materials in stock.  The Music Room carries everything young band and orchestra students will need throughout the year, including reeds, valve oil, tuning grease, metronomes, tuners, folding music stands and lots of supplemental fun music to keep the excitement sparked!



Free Care & Maintenance Consultations

Did you know that most repairs occurring the first year could be avoided by learning correct maintenance techniques?  We will show you and your child the proper way to care for your new instrument.  It will make you aware of potential pitfalls and dangers.  Learn how to escape the frustrations of repeatedly surrendering your instrument for repair by scheduling a private appointment today!

 

Amati

Bach

Becker

Besson

Buffet

Conn

Gemeinhardt

Getzen

Glaesel

Gliga

Holton

Jupiter

Keilwerth

King

Knilling

Khor

LeBlanc

Lewis

Noblet

Paesold

Scherl & Roth

Suzuki

Vito