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Thinking Of Buying An Instrument?

2/18

Some thoughts on costs accociated with being a member of the band. 

By now, most of us are feeling the effects of changes in the economy.  I want to help make things more affordable for you.

If you current rent an instrument you should really consider owning one.  You can either purchase what you have now or start all over again.  The best way to go is to purchase a dependable used instrument.  The resale market is a way to start and can be a money saving route too.  But, you need to be armed with knowledge before you spend money.  I can and want to help you with that.  I am familiar with many instrument brands and I know what to look for when purchasing online.  I have helped some parents out with this already.  Either by them getting the instrument through me or me giving them some general direction on conducting their own search.

Please contact me.  I would love to help you save some money and keep music in the lives of our young musicians.  Renting is convenient at first, but a waste of money after the first year.

4/22

If you are considering up-grading your son or daughter's instrument first contact me about your intentions.  I have a lot of experience in this and am very willing to help and share some insight.

Quality used is always the first and best option to be considered.  The lowest price available will almost always mean more cost down the road.  Musical instruments made in America are truly among the best, period.  I can elaborate on that in conversation.

Ebay is a great option, if you know what you are really getting.  Here too I am very willing to help out.

Avoid those instruments made in developing counrties.  The alloys are suspect and most often will break even when a repare is attempted rendering the instrument useless.  Parts are for these instruments are often impossible to get.

Who Does Mr. Allard Suggest

Retailers in our area I either trust or have a good relationship with are in order of preference:

  1. White House of Music   whitehouseofmusic.com
  2. Lincoln Music House     3379 S 13th St Milwaukee WI 53215
  3.                                          (414) 671-4233
  4. Melk Muisic                    www.melkmusic.com
  5. Casio Interstate             www.interstatemusic.com
  6. Family Music Center   www.familymusic.biz