Instrument hire information
We are able to offer all sizes of violin, viola, 'cello, some double basses, flutes (including curved head outfits for the smaller pupil) clarinets, saxophones, cornets, trumpets, trombones and possibly other instruments, for hire at competitive prices. All our instruments are thoroughly checked before going on hire. Do please contact us if the information below does not answer all of your questions.
1. Care of instruments
When the instrument is collected the pupil will be shown how it should be handled and looked after. A musician always takes extreme care of their instrument and the pupil should be taught to do this from the start. It is not a toy and should not normally be handled or used by other children.
2. Loss or Damage
Lost or damaged instruments must be paid for in full by the hirer. This does not apply to the rehairing of bows necessitated by fair wear and tear, nor to strings breaking during the first term's hire. You may wish to insure against loss or damage and we are happy to advise you on the value of the hired instrument and suggest insurance options.
3. Repairs
Instruments in need of attention should not be repaired privately. Please contact Saunders Music.
4. Fees
Fees are charged termly and become due on receipt of invoice at the start of each term. Please pay promptly. A surcharge applies for late payments. Fees are reviewed annually in September.
5. Cost of Hire per term (prices correct for September 2023)
1. Care of instruments
When the instrument is collected the pupil will be shown how it should be handled and looked after. A musician always takes extreme care of their instrument and the pupil should be taught to do this from the start. It is not a toy and should not normally be handled or used by other children.
2. Loss or Damage
Lost or damaged instruments must be paid for in full by the hirer. This does not apply to the rehairing of bows necessitated by fair wear and tear, nor to strings breaking during the first term's hire. You may wish to insure against loss or damage and we are happy to advise you on the value of the hired instrument and suggest insurance options.
3. Repairs
Instruments in need of attention should not be repaired privately. Please contact Saunders Music.
4. Fees
Fees are charged termly and become due on receipt of invoice at the start of each term. Please pay promptly. A surcharge applies for late payments. Fees are reviewed annually in September.
5. Cost of Hire per term (prices correct for September 2023)
Violin £26.00
Viola £33.00
Cello £43.00
Double Bass £105.00
Flute £45.00
Curved head Flute £48.00
Piccolo POA
Alto flute POA
Clarinet £45.00
Soprano saxophone £68.00
Alto saxophone £68.00
Tenor saxophone £95.00
Cornet/Trumpet £45.00
Tenor horn £54.00
Trombone £57.00
Euphonium £105.00
Viola £33.00
Cello £43.00
Double Bass £105.00
Flute £45.00
Curved head Flute £48.00
Piccolo POA
Alto flute POA
Clarinet £45.00
Soprano saxophone £68.00
Alto saxophone £68.00
Tenor saxophone £95.00
Cornet/Trumpet £45.00
Tenor horn £54.00
Trombone £57.00
Euphonium £105.00
If the instrument you require is not listed please do enquire - we're flexible!
6. Termination of Hire
A minimum of half a term's notice should be given in writing. If notice is not received, a half term's fee will be charged in lieu.
If you wish to hire an instrument click here to download the instrument hire form.
6. Termination of Hire
A minimum of half a term's notice should be given in writing. If notice is not received, a half term's fee will be charged in lieu.
If you wish to hire an instrument click here to download the instrument hire form.