Instrument Rentals

Practice makes perfect! Youth Music Project has a lending library of instruments for students to rent and take home for use during their courses.  Learn more below and reach out with any questions.

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After you register for a lesson or class, swing by YMP, and our staff will help you find a suitable instrument for your kiddo. Once you complete a rental contract, you’re all set!

Students who qualify for tuition assistance are also eligible for reduced or no-cost instrument rentals.

A $50 refundable security deposit is due for all instruments at the time of rental, regardless of tuition assistance status.

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Instrument Rental Menu

INSTRUMENT RENTAL FAQ

DO YOU HAVE THE INSTRUMENT I NEED?

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Instruments are rented on a first-come, first-served basis, though we typically have all instruments available.

do you sell instruments?

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No, we don’t sell or rent-to-own instruments. On special occasions, we do offer instruments we no longer need for sale or donation. 

MY STRING BROKE, WHAT SHOULD I DO?

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Bring your instrument to our front desk staff and it will be serviced in our shop. Most simple repairs are completed within the same week.

what size of violin or guitar does my child need?

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You’ll want to stop by and have your student sized for an instrument. Ideally, they should easily be able to reach around the instrument and the headstock with ease.

HOW DO I SET UP THE DRUM PRACTICE PADS?

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Video instructions can be found online here in English and here in Spanish.

what instrument should i buy for my kid?

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For specific instrument recommendations, please contact us and describe your needs and the student. We are happy to help you find a quality instrument suitable for learning.

what happens if i damage/lose my instrument?

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If your instrument is lost or damaged beyond reasonable repair, you will be charged the cost to replace it as outlined in the rental contract.

CAN I DONATE AN INSTRUMENT TO YOUTH MUSIC PROJECT?

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Yes, we accept donations of usable instruments, equipment, or other music accessories. All donations received are assessed for use in our classrooms or inclusion in our Instrument Library. If we cannot use them for those purposes (i.e. wrong size, not an instrument we teach, etc.), we reserve the right to give the instrument directly to a family or sell it at a fundraising event. Please email us with an item description and your contact details.

what comes with my instrument rental?

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You’ll have everything you need to play the instrument at home, including amps, stands, and accessories detailed in the rental package.

Have another question? Reach out!
Have another question? Reach out!