We offer a range of student model string instruments for rental to children on a range of string (in different small sizes). This enables your child to try out an instrument without the commitment (or expense) of buying it outright initially. Our staff assess the correct size of instrument for your child.  You can change the size of your child's rental instrument at any point during the contract.

Our experienced staff can assess the correct size of instrument for your child at either of our shops. Once this has been determined there is a choice of makes and models in the string instrument rental programme. This can be changed at any time during the contract. Prices are for a 3 month period.

The programme has recently received praise in the London Portrait magazine and is highly regarded:

‘Isn't it always the way that children want to play an instrument until just after you've bought it - and then announce that they want to play something different! That's why we adore Chimes Music. They have a hire service available for children, so they can try an instrument for a few months before buying.'

Please call either shop: (Kensington or Barbican) to check current availability.

String Instrument Rental programme: Makes, Models & Pricing

Violins

Violas

Cellos

Discount for String Instrument Rental programme customers

We offer a 10% discount on sheet music and accessories to all of our rental customers. This discount is also available online once you have created an online Chimes account. Rental customers should email [email protected] to verify eligibility. Future orders will then be discounted on your account.

Rentals are available from both Chimes branches: Barbican and Kensington. For further information, please call your closest branch: Barbican Chimes or Kensington Chimes.

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