When your child expresses interest in joining school band, you might be thinking that any cheap, functional instrument will do just fine. They are a beginner after all, right?
While they might be trying out an instrument for the first time, the playability and sound of that instrument actually have a big impact on the likelihood that they'll stick with it. Setting your child up for years of success starts from the very beginning!
Think about it... if you picked up your bright and shiny new instrument to play and couldn't produce a single note, the keys were sticky or the valves were tight, it wouldn't be much fun to learn. On the other hand, playing a quality, in-tune and bright sounding instrument for the first time is much more motivating, and gives your student a more approachable task when finding their own unique sound.
That's why we encourage you to seek out these qualities when purchasing a beginner instrument:
High Quality Instrument Craftsmanship
Design and intention behind an instrument are important factors to consider. Was the instrument designed to be the cheapest possible option? If so, it's probably not a wise first choice. While beginner instruments are not meant to last forever, (hoping that the student will outgrow and excel to a professional level) they are meant to last at least a few years. Often times, the cheapest instruments out there are designed to arrive at the customers house, and not make it much further.
In fact, our co-founder had this exact experience in third grade when he decided to try the clarinet and couldn't get a sound out of it at all, due to poor construction and quality. This dissuaded him from playing all together, and it wasn't until years later that he tried again and decided to picked up a better quality instrument, this time a saxophone. Spoiler alert, he has been making music (and has devoted his life to helping others make music) ever since.
Time and time again, we have seen these cheaply made, $100 instruments claiming to be great for beginners, come into our repair shop, and they are simply not worth repairing. Investing a little more up front will give you a much bigger return when it comes to the life and longevity of your first instrument!
That's why we design our instruments with professional construction, incorporating professional elements, using only the highest quality materials that are built to last. This attention to quality and detail gives our beginner level instruments a level up on the other beginner brands out there.
We go through a strict testing process with every single instrument that leaves our warehouse, ensuring that every aspect of the instrument has been accounted for and is ready to play, right out of the box.
Free Warranty and Repairs
If you're a band parent, odds are you've been there done that with the cheapest instrument option available, and maintaining that instrument can be just as expensive as buying a new one!
When purchasing a quality instrument, it is important to do some research into the repair and warranty options available. Life happens, music practice happens, and regular maintenance and repairs are just a part of keeping your instrument up and running to its full potential.
At Herche Musical Instruments, we know that things happen and that repairs are a normal part of regularl maintenance and upkeep. It's worth investing time into an instrument that is worth playing!
That's why we offer 1 year of FREE repairs, along with a FREE 3-year warranty. This ensures that you can confidently invest in a Herche Instrument, because we've got you covered.
Despite the inclination to buy a cheap instrument because of your child's skill level, this investment in their musical interest could be life-changing. It is important to consider the quality, playability, and durability of their first instrument to help set them up for success now and in their musical future!
Give them a high-quality instrument that will carry them through their beginner years, and help them flourish for years to come.
