Instrument Retailers
Finding an Instrument
Finding an instrument is quite possibly the most important decision you can make for your child. The music stores listed below are stores that regularly send music reps to CHS, which can mean convenient instrument pickup when repairs are needed, delivery of supplies (if you call the store and pay ahead of time), and rent-to-own programs where you pay a monthly "rent" toward the cost of the instrument (and once the balance is paid, it's yours!) and insurance available to cover minor wear-and-tear repairs. These stores have built a proven reputation as reliable retailers, and they are highly recommended!
Kolacny MusicLocated on South Broadway in Denver, this family-owned local music store has been in business since 1930. They have a road rep that comes to Chaparral weekly.
http://www.kolacnymusic.com 1900 S Broadway Denver, CO 80210 (303) 722-6081 |
Music and ArtsMusic and Arts Center is located on Belleview and Broadway in Englewood, and offers private lessons in the store!
https://stores.musicarts.com/lone-tree-co 8475 S Yosemite St Suite B Lone Tree, CO 80124 (303) 799-1253 |
What brand should I choose? What supplies are needed?
Below you will find recommended brands of instruments. Getting an instrument for your child is an important investment, and you get what you pay for. Often times, the instruments you find on Amazon are very cheaply made, and there are headaches down the line when instruments need to get tuned up. Please carefully consider multiple options before making a decision!
Recommended Woodwind Models and Required SuppliesWoodwind:
Flute~ Jupiter, Yamaha, or Gemeinhardt beginner model Oboe~Selmer Clarinet~Accent Student Model (B12), Vandoren B45 mouthpiece, Luyben Ligature Alto Sax~Yamaha, C* Mouthpiece Woodwind Supplies 1 box of reeds (more expensive reeds are made of higher quality cane) Oboe: Emerald (med.) Clarinet: Vandoren Bass Clarinet: Vandoren Alto Sax: Vandoren Tenor Sax: Vandoren Bari Sax: Vandoren Swab Cork grease Luyben Ligature (clarinet & sax only) Name tag on instrument case Tonal Energy Tuner |
Recommended Brass Models and Required SuppliesBrass:
Trumpet~Jupiter, Bach Stradivarius LR180S-37, Yamaha YTR-8335RGS, Xeno Series Horn~Conn 8D or Holton H279 Farkas Trombone~Jupiter, Bach or Yamaha Student Line or Bach Soloist 210, Bach 42BO or Bach 42T Baritone~Jupiter, Bach or Yamaha Student Line Brass Supplies Valve oil Slide grease Mouthpiece brush Name tag on instrument case Tonal Energy Tuner |