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Instrument Requirements and InformationInstrument at Lessons
Instrument for Home PracticeAll students are required to have an instrument for home practice within one month of beginning lessons. Percussion students may use their drum pad for practicing in the home. The success of any music student is determined by the amount of time the instrument is practiced. Instrument Purchase and RentalKeyboards: When purchasing an instrument for a beginner
piano student, an electronic keyboard with 61 to 88 keys is appropriate for the
first 1-2 years of lessons. Good quality brands include Yamaha, Sony and Casio.
Keyboards are available at the following locations:
Acoustic and Digital PianosWhen purchasing a digital piano, we recommend an 88 key instrument with weighted keys or hammer action.
Digital and acoustic pianos may be purchased at the following locations:
GuitarsWhen purchasing a guitar for a beginner student, a 1/2 size or 3/4 size classical student guitar with nylon
strings is best. Guitars may be purchased at the following locations:
Student instruments are available for purchase or rental at Music Masters of Tallahassee. Students will be measured in the store to determine the appropriate size instrument. Percussion InstrumentsBeginner students may purchase a drum pad and sticks that can be used for practice in the home. For
the more advanced percussion student, instruments may be purchased at the
following locations:
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Piano and Guitar students are provided with an instrument during lessons at after-school program locations.
All other students must provide their own instrument during lessons. All in home students must provide an instrument for all
lessons.