Testimonials!

Ever since we purchased Journey's song "Don't Stop Believin'" at your store, my daughter loves to practice! I used to have to force her, but now she sits down at the piano on her own and plays. What a gift!"
- L. Hungaski, Newtown, CT

"I just want to thank you for being so open and generous in your willingness to help out the KEYS program. Tucker, along with Creative Music instructor, Denise DelMonte, remind me of what a strong organization Creative Music Center is and how committed to kids and music you are. Thank you always!"
– R. Silvan, EX. DIR., KEYS

I just wanted you to know how much my son truly enjoyed rock band camp! It was wonderful and thank you for offering such a unique experience! Had we not had vacation plans, he would have come for another week.
– A. Rodriguez, Monroe

"Thanks for helping my Brownie troop earn a music badge. Your facilitator was terrific with the girls, and they had a lot of fun!"
– S. Frail, Monroe, CT

"Creative Music is the best! The store provides me with the materials I need to teach my middle schoolers so that they can have the best music education possible. I couldn't do it without them."
– Nick DiMaria, Band Director, Wallace Middle School, Waterbury

"I had a GREAT experience online. I am very impressed overall with your company. My son is enjoying his drum lessons and your in-store staff and your online experience makes it very easy to do business with you. Thanks."
– Kate D, Monroe, CT

"Creative Music has met all my needs this past year. Thank you for the courteous and efficient service in every aspect of your business!"
– Tom Whitmoyer, Band Director, Hillcrest Middle School, and Assistant Director, Trumbull High School Marching Band, Trumbull, CT

"Thank you for helping the Trumbull percussion program so much this season. It is nice to be able to order supplies and have them ordered and delivered in such a quick time."
– C. Rivera, Director of Instrumental Studies and Music Technology
Shelton Intermediate School and Percussion Instructor, Trumbull High School

"The teachers are so great with kids, providing a positive, upbeat musical experience. Both of my boys have gained so much from their guidance and expertise. Our entire experience at Creative Music has been an overwhelmingly positive one."
– D. Kreski., Monroe, CT

"That music-intelligence thing is definitely there. My son, who studied violin at Creative Music, goes to MIT, and his violin playing helped him get in! Thanks!"
– Dan R., Trumbull, CT

"My daughters love their piano and voice lessons! The teachers are very nice and very professional. They definitely make learning fun!"
– Lisa S., Oxford, CT

"If there’s anything I need to know musically, I will call Liz! She is very knowledgable about all things musical."
– Linda H., Monroe, CT

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"Well, it's that time of year again to rent an instrument. My child needed an instrument last year, so I just went with the convenience of visiting a store within 5 minutes of my home. I was really unhappy with the service. After 3 unreturned calls, I decided to find another option. I came upon this store and could not be more delighted. The entire staff was knowledgeable, courteous and the owner even greeted me when I entered her store to inquire about rental options. It's obvious Creative Music takes a great interest in their business and the people that will keep coming back for this exceptional service. They even deliver and offer a loaner instrument if something goes wrong with the rental. Prices are cheaper and I can't begin to say enough about this place. I challenge you to go the extra mile to get the customer service that you deserve for what you're paying. You won't be disappointed!"
- Laurie V., Middlebury

Rental Program

Renting a quality, brand-name instrument is an inexpensive and practical way to get started in your school music program. Creative Music Center offers an easy and convenient rent-to-buy instrument program with affordable monthly rates that gives families the opportunity to “try before you buy.”

To download a rental contract, click here.

"I just wanted to let you know what a positive experience my student had with you. When she and her parents stopped in for the Bach Strad, they said you were wonderful! Thanks for being so helpful!" – Mike Ances, Band Director

With Creative Music Center’s rental program, 100% of your rental payments are applied towards the purchase of your instrument. In addition, you get 30% off the balance (after all rental payments are applied) when you decide to buy. If you'd prefer to "step up" to a professional instrument, all rental payments can be applied to it as well.

Remember, when you rent locally, you have the peace of mind that if you have any questions, we're right here to help!

The Program

Creative Music’s rental program begins with an initial payment of either $24, $38 or $49 (tax and insurance are included), depending on the instrument type you choose, which covers the first month of the rental. The contract is then automatically renewed on a monthly basis. While your contract is in force, you are building equity to purchase the instrument you are renting. You may also use this equity to purchase a professional instrument. Of course, you may cancel the contract at any time with no obligation (though you do lose your equity if the contract is cancelled). Our flexible exchange policy allows you to exchange the instrument for a different type of instrument, at any time, with all previous rental payments transferred to the new instrument, providing there is no break in the contract.

Rental Pricing

	Instrument	Price	Trial Period	Post Trial Period
A	Flute, Clarinet Trumpet, Trombone Violin, Viola Combo Bell Drum Kit Snare Drum Kit	$24	1 month	$24 per month
B	Alto Sax Oboe Cello (all sizes)	$38	1 month	$38 per month
C	French Horn Tenor Sax	$49	1 month	$49 per month

All prices above include tax and insurance.

Delivery Options

Pick up or delivery.

We offer two convenient ways to receive your rental instrument. You may stop in to the store, fill out the contract and pick up your instrument on the same day. Or, you may choose to drop off, mail or fax the form to the store and have us deliver the instrument to your child’s school.

Insurance

For a small fee, which is included in our contract price, we offer the peace of mind of Loss, Damage, Waiver (LDW) coverage. This insurance covers not only repairs but also complete loss of the instrument, providing the loss occurred as a result of theft and not a “mysterious,” unexplained disappearance. To make a claim, a police report must be filed within 72 hours of the loss. LDW does not cover broken broken strings or reeds, chipped or broken mouthpieces or other instrument “accessories.”

Band and Orchestral Books and Accessories

All accessories -- mouthpieces, strings, reeds -- come FREE with your Creative Music Center rental. Lost accessories can be purchased for a small fee at the store. YOu may also purchase lost accessories over the phone, and we can deliver them to school. Delivery is always FREE when you rent from Creative Music Center. The enhanced version of the school-required band method book, as well as the school-required orchestra method book, is also available at the store for a small fee.

Payments

Creative Music Center offers two convenient payment options: automatic debit from your checking account or auto charge to your credit card.

To download a CONTRACT, click here... or to APPLY ONLINE, click here

You may hand-deliver, mail or fax your completed contract to Creative Music Center.
The fax number is 203.459.1772.

Questions? See our Frequently Asked Questions

Testimonials!

Latest News

Rental Program

Flute, Clarinet Trumpet, Trombone Violin, Viola Combo Bell Drum Kit Snare Drum Kit

Alto Sax Oboe Cello (all sizes)

French Horn Tenor Sax

Delivery Options

Flute, Clarinet
Trumpet, Trombone
Violin, Viola
Combo Bell
Drum Kit
Snare Drum Kit

Alto Sax
Oboe
Cello
(all sizes)

French Horn
Tenor Sax