Instrument hire conditions

Terms and conditions for Suffolk County Music Service's instrument hire scheme.

Hire is available to schools, children and young people, subject to stock availability.

Keeping us informed

Any change to your contact details must be made to Suffolk County Music Service as soon as is practically possible.

You can do this by email to county.musicservice@suffolk.gov.uk or phone 01473 263400 (Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm, closed Bank Holidays).

Terms and conditions

How much does it cost?

The table below shows the standard prices for hire, however, if you receive tuition from one of our tutors, then you may be eligible for a 50% discount!

Instrument	Hire charge / term
Baritone	£40
Bassoon	£65
Cello	£30
Clarinet (A)	£40
Clarinet (Bb)	£30
Clarinet (Eb)	£20
Cornet	£30
Double Bass (1/16, 1/8, 1/4)	£40
Drum Pad/Glockenspiel	£10
Euphonium	£40
Flute	£30
French Horn	£40
Glockenspiel	£10
Guitar	£16
Guitar (Bass)	£40
Oboe	£50
Saxophone (Alto)	£40
Saxophone (Tenor)	£50
Tenor Horn	£30
Trombone (Tenor)	£30
Trombone (Alto)	£30
Trombone (Bass)	£65
Trumpet	£30
Tuba (Bb)	£65
Tuba (Eb)	£65
Ukulele	£10
Viola	£20
Violin	£20
Xylophone	£40

How long can I keep the instrument for?

You can hire an instrument for as long as you like!

When does my hire period start?

The hire period starts from the date you receive your instrument. You are responsible for the instrument from this date.

How do I pay?

At the start of your hire you will be sent an email informing you of the cost and payment details.

If payment for the hire ceases, the instrument must be immediately returned to Suffolk County Music Service at Northgate Arts Centre.

If my child changes school can they take the instrument with them?

Yes!

What happens if the instrument is lost or damaged?

In the event of loss or damage not attributable to 'fair wear and tear', Suffolk County Music Service will ask you to bear all or part of the cost of replacement incurred by Suffolk County Music Service.

You must not authorise any repairs or maintenance yourself, nor should you attempt to carry out any repairs yourself. We nevertheless hope that you will support your child with routine care in accordance with the 'Care and Maintenance' leaflet that you will receive with the instrument.

In the event of any problems with the instrument, in the first instance please contact your child's County Music Service tutor.

Insurance

The Music Service does not provide insurance cover for your instrument. We strongly recommend that you insure it for the replacement value shown on your Instrument confirmation email. You may add it to your normal household insurance policy or may choose to insure it separately.

How do I return the instrument?

At the end of the agreed hire period the instrument should be returned to Suffolk County Music Service. A receipt will be issued to you for the return of the instrument.

The instrument should be returned in good condition, complete with its accessories and in its original case.