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Get the Supplies

In addition to an instrument, your student will need supplies based on the instrument they play.

If renting from Schultz Strings or West Music, your rental will come with the supplies needed to get your student started.

If using a school-owned instrument, all supplies will be provided EXCEPT for the Method Book required for band. The book will be available for purchase at Super Lessons or may be purchased at local music stores.

If using a used instrument or think you may need to buy supplies separately, the following supplies are needed for class weekly.

Band Supplies

All students need:

  • Folding stand (needed for at home practice and performances)
  • Method Book: Measures of Success Book 1

Plus the following based on instrument:

  • Brass: Valve Oil, Slide Grease, Cloth/Rag
  • Clarinet and Sax: Reeds (Rico 2.5 recommended), Cleaning Swab, Cork Grease
  • Flute: Cleaning Rod, Soft Rag
  • Percussion: The Performing Percussionist Book 1, Sticks (ST General), Mallets

Orchestra Supplies

All students need:

  • Folding stand (needed for at home practice and performances)

Plus the following based on instrument:

  • Violin and Viola: String Basics Vol. 1, Rosin, Cleaning Cloth, Shoulder Sponge
  • Cello: String Basics Vol. 1, Rock Stop/Strap