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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 2023
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

All prices include VAT at 20%.

Continue to play after Key Stage 2 Musicianship Programme lessons

We offer a 50% price reduction on a 12 month instrument hire for pupils who have Musicianship Programme lessons in Key Stage 2. This reduction is for one 12 month hire period only.

Contact us to discuss your hire and take up this offer.

How to hire an instrument

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

Dorset Music Service

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