Instrument Hire Information
Saunders Music instrument hire started just with a couple of flutes as a way of attracting pupils. Since then it has grown gradually to include around 300 student instruments.
We are able to offer all sizes of violin, viola, all sizes of '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 instrument
if the child is to be taught by a Saunders Music teacher then the instrument will usually be given to the pupil at the first lesson when the teacher will explain how it should be handled and looked after. Otherwise I like to go through some basic 'do's and don't's' with parent and child when the instrument is collected. A musician always takes extreme care of their instrument and the pupil will 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 terms 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) |
| Violin |
£21.00 |
| Viola |
£25.00 |
| Cello |
£34.00 |
| Double Bass |
£100.00 |
| Flute |
£35.00 |
| Curved head Flute |
£40.00 |
| We also have the curved head joint in a suitable case to use with Student's own flute. (£10) |
We also have available a piccolo and an alto flute. Please enquire about hire arrangements |
Clarinet |
£35.00 |
| Cornet/Trumpet |
£35.00 |
| Saxophone |
£55.00 |
| Trombone |
£50.00 |
| We also have a soprano and tenor saxophone. Please enquire about hire arrangements |
| 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 a pdf of the instrument hire form, which you can complete and send back to Saunders Music. |
