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Cost of instrument hire from Dorset Music Service

Most instruments are in stock and are available for collection. Collections are arranged by appointment from our store in Blandford. 

Instruments and annual hire charges

Band Instrument Charge from 1 April 2024
A
  • viola
  • classical guitar
  • cello
  • double bass
  • violin
 £60 per 12 months
B
  • clarinet
  • flute
  • French horn
  • horn (tenor)
  • alto saxophone
  • cornet
  • trombone
  • trumpet
  • keyboard
 £60 per 12 months
C
  • baritone horn
  • electric guitar
  • euphonium
  • oboe
  • piccolo
  • specialist clarinet
  • bassoon
  • cor anglais
  • drum kit
  • specialist saxophone
 £120 per 12 months
D Class set of instruments (for example, samba, clarinets, violins) £190 per term

Cost when hired outside of the Classroom Instrumental Learning programme. All prices include VAT at 20%.

How to hire an instrument

If you are interested in hiring an instrument from Dorset Music Service, please complete the instrument hire request form.

'Next Steps' free instrument hire: continue to play after our Classroom Instrumental Learning programme

We offer a free 12 month instrument hire for pupils who have completed a Classroom Instrumental Learning programme provided by Dorset Music Service. This reduction is for one instrument for one 12 month hire period only. Bookings have to be made by your child's school - please contact them to find out more details.

Dorset Music Service

Email: dorsetmusicservice@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
Tel: 01305 225770
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