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Better Than Rent Student Instrument Program

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Get your student playing with Schmitt Music Better Than Rent.  Start in October and receive a FREE music stand and music folder.

Teacher approved instruments.  Flexible options. Local repair support.

Better Than Rent Instrument Program

Start playing for as little as $5. Our Better Than Rent portal makes selecting an instrument simple and fast. With educator-approved choices, quick checkout, and delivery or pickup options.

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Already a customer? Stay in control of your account with our convenient online hub. Update your payment information, view BTR details or change your billing preferences all in one place.

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Ready-to-Play Used Student Instruments

Give a quality instrument a second life with one of our Band Director Approved Ready-to-Play Used Student Instruments. Sourced from program returns and trade-ins, each instrument undergoes a rigorous inspection.

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Steinway & Sons Minneapolis-St. Paul Skyline Grand Piano

This breathtaking Steinway grand features the Twin Cities' skyline traced in elegant white gold etching. The design highlights iconic landmarks that define the region: the St. Paul Cathedral, Como Conservatory, the Stone Arch Bridge, and Schmitt Music's iconic sheet music mural. This is more than an instrument; it is a single, unique work of art.

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Save Big on Pre-Owned Instruments!

Explore quality pre-owned band, orchestra, and keyboard instruments, inspected and ready to play. Great for students, professionals & collectors alike.

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Over 125 years of serving Music Makers

Anyone engaged in the creation or performance of music is a Music Maker. From young students learning their first note, adults rediscovering a passion, or to the experienced professional performer. We serve all those dedicated to continuously learning, creating, and expressing themselves through music.

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Staff Picks

From the newest trends to exceptional classics, we try everything we carry. Here are our favorites.

D'Addario Tenor & Baritone Saxophone Reed Guard

Regular price $10.99

D'Addario Clarinet & Alto Saxophone Reed Guard

Regular price $10.99

Eastman EAS-852 52nd Street Professional Eb Alto Saxophone

Regular price $5,390.60

Sshhmute Piccolo Trumpet Practice Mute

Regular price $59.99

Eastman EBC834/EBC834S 5/4 CC Tuba

Regular price From $10,267.20

Silver Street Anti-Tarnish Cloths by Katie Lowry

Regular price $19.99

Roland Aerophone Brisa Digital Wind Instrument

Regular price $1,759.99

Yamaha New York YS BR Artist Model Xeno C Trumpet

Regular price $5,811.99

Vandoren Eb Clarinet Traditional Reeds - Box of 10

Regular price $31.00

Vandoren Eb Clarinet V21 Reeds - Box of 10

Regular price $38.00

Kun Super KR6 Shoulder Rest (Viola & Larger 4/4 Sizes)

Regular price $30.75

Kun Bravo KR13 Viola Shoulder Rest

Regular price $82.75

Vandoren Eb Clarinet V12 Reeds - Box of 10

Regular price $41.00

Demo Model Getzen 1052FDR Bass Trombone

Regular price $4,252.50

Orders Delivered to Your School

We work closely with many schools in Minnesota and around the Midwest. If your child attends one of those schools, we offer free delivery for online orders right to the school.

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Shipping with Care

From instruments to accessories, we understand that each product is very important. That's why we take extra care to make sure your order will arrive in perfect performance condition.

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