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Our rental program is 100% Rent-to-Own, meaning every payment you make is applied towards the purchase of the instrument. We also offer repairs & maintanance to your instrument on-site - what's more, with the maintenance plan all cost of repair is covered! You can cancel your rental agreement at any time.

If you don't see your instrument below, click on any for an expanded list of rentals offered!

CELLO 1/2 SIZE   RENT

The cello (often called violoncello) is a member of the violin family. It is much larger than a violin, and is also played differently - held upright between the legs of a seated player, resting on a metal endpin on the floor.

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CLARINET   RENT

The clarinet is a cylindrical-bore pipe with a mouthpiece that resembles a beak and uses a single cane reed. The lower end flares out into a bell. Because it has a range of more than three octaves, it can produce both very low and very high notes. Available in plastic.

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FLUTE   RENT

The flute is a musical instrument of the woodwind family. Unlike woodwind instruments with reeds, a flute is an aerophone or reedless wind instrument that produces its sound from the flow of air across an opening.

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SAXOPHONE E-FLAT ALTO   RENT

The saxophone is a single reed instrument that has its place in everything from pop and big band to jazz and classical. Depending on the player, it can sound mellow or strong. The Eb Alto Saxophone, the 2nd highest pitched saxophone was made popular by performers such as Charlie Parker and Nat “Cannonball” Adderley.

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TRUMPET BRASS   RENT

The trumpet is the highest of the brass wind instruments, composed of a long metal tube looped once and ending in a flared bell. The pressure and shape of the lips in the mouthpiece and the strength of the air pressure, used in combination with the valves, determine the pitch produced. Brass lacquer.

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TROMBONE TENOR   RENT

The trombone is a very popular brass instrument and has a wider and much lower range than that of the French horn or trumpet, and a characteristic slide mechanism that allows you to play both distinct pitches and glissandi (sliding tones) with ease. Brass lacquer

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PERCUSSION/BELL KIT   RENT

Drum/Bell Kits combine the attributes of both the drum kit and the bell kit. As part of the percussion section, the heartbeat of a band or orchestra, the Drum/Bell Kit includes a snare drum, 2-1/2 octave bells, a stand base, two stand tops (one for the drum, the other for the bells), a pair of sticks, a pair of mallets, a practice pad, music rack, and a lug key.

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VIOLIN 1/2 SIZE   RENT

The violin is the smallest of the four types of stringed instruments in an orchestra, and additional sizes are available under "Choose from All Instruments" at top. It is also the highest sounding instrument of the string family. The term violin means "little viola" in Italian. It has four strings and is played by placing the instrument under one's chin and drawing the bow, made of horsehair, across the strings.

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VIOLA 15"   RENT

The viola is an instrument from the violin family. In size, it is slightly larger than the violin, and has a lower tone in the same range as the human alto voice.

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  • Available at your Neighborhood Music Store
  • Each Rental Payment Builds Equity Towards Purchase
  • Optional Instrument Protection Available
  • Quality Guaranteed
  • Flexible Payments
  • Refurbished by Expert Technicians
  • Cleaned and Sanitized for your Protection
  • Pay your Monthly Rentals by Credit Card
  • Buy, Exchange, Upgrade or Cancel at Any Time

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Store Hours

Monday: 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday: 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday: 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday: 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday: 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: Closed
About Us!

Your place for music lessons and supplies in Middletown. Middlesex Music Academy is a non-corporate locally owned business. As a member of the Middlesex Chamber of Commerce we strive to support local businesses and build the community as a whole.