How to get an Instrument
Below are some options for getting an
instrument for your child.
Rental
There are many good reasons to rent an
instrument during your child's first year of playing.
1. Instruments come in different sizes and most parents wait until their
child graduates to a full size instrument before purchasing.
2. You want to make sure that your child is committed to orchestra before
you purchase.
3. Financial reasons may prevent the immediate purchase of an instrument.
Many rental companies offer a rent to own option.
Instrument Sign Up Night
Thursday, April 26th, 4-7PM @Long Cafeteria
"Come tryout all the string instruments in orchestra and get sized for one right
on the spot!"
Parents! Music and Arts Center will be assisting you with the rental
process on April 26th for your convenience. Please bring a method of
payment!
Recommended Rental Companies
Here are a few of rental companies located throughout the metroplex to aid in
the rental process!
Music and Arts
Center
Vista Ridge Plaza
500 E. Fm 3040, Suite 121
Lewisville, TX 76067
972-795-8961
www.musicarts.com (use code: 6900RF100)
Williamson Music
701 E. Plano Pkwy.
Ste. 100 Plano, Texas 75074
972-516-1331
www.williamsonmusicco.com
Dallas Strings
409 Del Rio
Ct. Allen, Texas 75013
469-675-0085
214-432-0867 (fax)
email:
Info@DallasStrings.com
www.dallasstrings.com
Brookmays Music
5756 LBJ Freeway
Dallas, TX 75240
972-233-9633
School Owned Instruments
At Dan F. Long Middle School, we have a
limited number of cellos and basses for students to use in class. Any
students who wish to play the cello or bass are strongly encouraged to rent an
instrument for use at home. We also offer a few violins and violas for any
students who are unable to meet rental requirements. If you feel
that you may require assistance, please contact the directors.
Purchasing your own instrument
Before you buy, you want to make sure
your child is committed to orchestra. Your child should be ready for a
full size instrument before you buy. Contact the directors if you are
unsure of your child's readiness for a full size instrument.
All reputable companies will allow you to try the instrument before you buy, so
be sure to take the time to compare your options.
Please note that some instruments offered at pawn shops and online at unlicensed
instrument retailers may seem like a great deal for the price you pay.
However, you may spend more money to repair and maintain these instruments
than they are worth!!!
If you already have an instrument to use, please contact the directors to
consult about the instrument.