Top Spots To Rent Musical Instruments In Denver
(credit: CBS)Whether you're looking for a new hobby or you already love a musical instrument, it can still be pretty daunting to consider the price of purchasing one. Instruments are very expensive, which is why a convenient rental program is a great way to try out a new instrument before you commit to the large price tag. In fact, most rental programs even let you put your rental money towards the cost of the instrument itself, so your hard-earned money can really go a long way. If you're thinking about learning something new, or if you've got a child who's wanting to dip his or her toes into the world of music, here are five great shops in Denver that offer convenient instrument rental programs.
1900 S. Broadway
Denver, CO 80210
(303) 722-6081
www.kolancymusic.com
For more than 80 years, Kolancy Music has been helping students find quality band instruments. This local institution offers just about every instrument you could rent, as well as all the supplies, sheet music and music lessons you'll need for a great start to your new hobby. You can even rent your instrument online and it will be delivered right to your school. This is one of the most well-loved and most popular shops in town, and many of the school districts in Colorado use Kolancy for all their music needs as well. If you're looking to rent an instrument, or if you've got a child who is thinking about it, this is the best place to start your music education.
3936 Tennyson St
Denver, CO 80212
(303) 433-8891
www.flesherhinton.com
Another mainstay of the local music scene, Flesher-Hinton Music Company has been family owned since 1951. With so many years in the industry, this is another expert place to stop for advice on finding the perfect instrument for you or your child. The instrument rental program here is one of the biggest in the state; you can find options to rent for month-to-month, plus all of the rental fee goes towards the purchase of the instrument. Prices range from $18 a month to $70 a month, depending on the instrument, so stop by and take a look at all the different options as you or your child find the perfect instrument to start learning.
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8100 S. Quebec B206
Centennial, CO 80012
(303) 771-3090
www.gorsettviolinshop.com
If you or your child has fallen in love with the idea of learning violin, viola or cello, then you'll want to swing by Gorsett Violin Ship. There is a minimum three-month rental period and you can take home a violin, viola or cello with rental prices ranging from $27 to $42 per month. You'll also find all your other string instrument needs here including shoulder pads, polishing clothes, sheet music, music stands, cases and more. There are lots of different violins and violas to rent here, so stop by and bring all your questions along with you. You'll get all the expert advice you need and you'll be going home with your new instrument in hand and ready to make music with you.
10395 W. Colfax Ave
Lakewood, CO 80215
(303) 279-1111
www.goldenmusic.co
Golden Music is another wonderful local shop with a fantastic instrument rental program. The program includes free delivery to the student's house or school with 100 percent of rental fees going towards the purchase of the instrument, trade or loaner program. You can find violins, flutes, clarinets, trumpets, trombones and more here, and the low prices make instrument rental an option for nearly everyone. Golden Music also offers repairs and lessons, so it's another great local shop that can meet all of your music needs. Whether you're considering learning a new instrument or you've already started but need to upgrade, you'll love the easy and convenient rental options at Golden Music.
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1893 S. Pearl St
Denver, CO 80210
(303) 777-4786
www.denverfolklore.com
The Denver Folklore Center is a specialty shop that focuses on guitars and stringed instruments. Since 1962, this great local shop has been offering musicians everything from guitars to ukuleles, banjos, mandolins, dulcimers and more. The rental program is a month-to-month option with a $30 rental fee and an additional $5 maintenance fee, plus the rental fee does go towards the purchase of your instrument. Try out the ukulele or the hammered dulcimer, or learn the upright bass or even the harp with a convenient rental from the Denver Folklore Center.
