If your child is beginning band or orchestra in the New Canaan area, you don’t have to guess where to rent their instrument. AAA Band Rentals has supported Connecticut families since 1979, and our Norwalk and Cos Cob locations make renting easy, convenient, and reliable for New Canaan students.
We work directly with local music teachers, so you can feel confident that the instrument you rent is the correct make, model, and size your child’s program requires, and make renting an instrument easy, affordable, and stress-free for busy families.
Why New Canaan Families Choose AAA Band Rentals
When you rent from AAA Band Rentals, you’re not just filling out a form on a generic website — you’re working with a local partner who supports your child’s music journey from day one.
Here's what truly sets us apart!
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Parents in New Canaan have options — but they continue to choose AAA Band Rentals for one reason: the consistency they can trust.
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For more than 45 years, we’ve supported band and orchestra directors throughout Fairfield County, providing dependable instruments and reliable service long before newer music shops arrived in town.
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Obsessively Clean. Guaranteed Safe.
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Other rental companies wipe it down and ship it out. We don't work that way.
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Every instrument passes through our commercial-grade ultrasonic cleaning system — the same technology used by medical and dental professionals. Then our technicians perform a full inspection, adjustment, and play-test before it leaves the shop.
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Every mouthpiece is sanitized, individually bagged, and tagged — so you know exactly who's touched it: our technicians and your child. That's it.
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Previously rented or not, your child receives an instrument that's spotless, safe, and performance-ready. No shortcuts. No exceptions.
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We're fanatical about this — because your child's health isn't negotiable.
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Local, long-standing expertise
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We’ve worked with New Canaan’s public and private school programs for decades, and we stock the exact brands and models teachers recommend.
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Teacher-approved instruments
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Your rental matches the make and model your child’s music educator requests — no substitutions, no off-brand surprises.
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Flexible month-to-month rentals
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Only rent for as long as you need. Return or switch instruments at any time with zero long-term commitment.
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Full in-house maintenance
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Our own technicians handle adjustments, pad work, string replacements, corks, and more — never outsourced. You’ll never lose time mailing an instrument away for repairs.
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Friendly, in-person support
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Need sizing, setup help, or care instructions? Our Norwalk and Cos Cob teams are always here to assist — parents love talking to real people, not call centers.
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When you rent from AAA Band Rentals, you're choosing a school-aligned, community-focused provider that has supported New Canaan students for generations.
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Dependability matters — and that’s why families return to AAA year after year.
Rent a Name-Brand, Quality Musical Instrument, in new or Like-new condition!
We work directly with New Canaan Public and Private School teachers!
Rent only as long as you need the instrument. No Long-Term Commitment Necessary!
Quality Yamaha, Jupiter, Bach, Selmer & Eastman Band & Orchestra Instruments Available in New Canaan
We work directly with New Canaan music educators to ensure your child receives the exact instrument their teacher recommends—quality brands that set students up for success.
All instruments receive a professional inspection and setup before leaving our shop, so your child starts with an instrument that plays correctly from the first note.
Instrument Rentals in New Canaan, CT
Your Best Local Source for School Band & Orchestra Rentals
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Flute Rentals – The most requested starter instrument in New Canaan schools. Our flutes are professionally adjusted for easy response, ensuring that new players achieve a clear, effortless tone from the very first note.
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Clarinet Rentals – Teacher-preferred student clarinets with reliable keywork, excellent intonation, and durable construction — ideal for beginners who need an instrument that stays in adjustment.
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Alto Saxophone Rentals – Free-blowing, comfortable saxes with smooth key action, perfect for students developing their first big sound in band or jazz ensemble.
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Trumpet Rentals – Consistent valves, centered tone, and a balanced feel help beginning trumpet players build confidence quickly without fighting the instrument.
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Trombone Rentals – Every slide is aligned, lubricated, and tested in our shop so students can focus on learning positions and producing a rich tone.
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Percussion Kits – Complete bell and snare drums and pad kits approved by New Canaan band directors. These are the exact kits teachers want students to start with — durable, portable, and designed for foundational technique.
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Violin, Viola, Cello & Bass Rentals – Each instrument is professionally set up in our luthier shop for proper height, spacing, and playability. Students progress faster when their instrument is comfortable, easy to tune, and responsive under the bow.
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Piccolo Rentals — Essential for marching band and wind ensemble. Our piccolos are precision-adjusted for accurate intonation in the upper register, helping doublers transition smoothly from flute.
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Oboe Rentals — One of the most requested "step-up" instruments. Our oboes are professionally adjusted with quality reeds to help students produce a clear, characteristic tone.
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Bass Clarinet Rentals — Essential for concert band. We carry student and intermediate models, properly set up for the unique ergonomics younger players need.
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French Horn Rentals (Single & Double) — Both single and double horns available. Each is play-tested by our technicians for accurate intonation and smooth valve action.
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Baritone Saxophone Rentals — The anchor of any sax section. These larger instruments are inspected for pad seal and key alignment before every rental.
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Euphonium & Baritone Horn Rentals — We stock both large & small-footprint baritones and larger-bore euphoniums to match your director's preference.
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Trigger Trombones: Trigger Trombone Rentals — F-attachment models for advancing students. Required for jazz, upper-level concert band, and auditions.
Need a specialty instrument? We stock what other rental companies don't.
Families can rent online for pickup at our nearby Cos Cob location or our Norwalk shop—or we'll deliver directly to your child's school in New Canaan at no additional charge!
How Our Rental Program Works
We designed our rental program to be simple and parent-friendly:
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Choose your instrument
Select the instrument your child’s teacher has recommended. If you’re unsure, you can contact us or stop by, and we’ll help you decide. Rentals start as little as $30.00 per month! -
Reserve online or in-store
Complete your rental online in just a few minutes, or visit our Cos Cob location if you prefer in-person help. -
Pick up your instrument.
You can pick up at our Cos Cob showroom, or in many cases, coordinate through your school’s rental night or easily request delivery from our website. -
Enjoy worry-free playing
With our available maintenance coverage, normal wear-and-tear repairs are handled by our technicians, so you’re not stuck with unexpected repair bills. -
Return or continue at any time.
Our rentals are month-to-month. If your child switches instruments or decides music isn’t for them, simply return the instrument — no long-term obligation.
This structure gives families in New Canaan the flexibility they need while ensuring students always have a dependable, name-brand instrument in their hands. We rent the exact makes and models your child’s teachers request — Yamaha, Jupiter, Conn-Selmer, Buffet, Eastman, Canzona, and more.
Supporting New Canaan Schools' Music Programs
AAA Band Rentals donates half of a student’s first-month rental fee directly back to their school’s music program through our 50/50 Cooperative Program. This program has donated tens of thousands of dollars back to local schools since its inception in 2019!
New Canaan families have trusted
AAA Band Rentals since 1979
That kind of reputation isn't built overnight—and it can't be borrowed.
When you rent from AAA, you're choosing the company that's been working hand-in-hand with New Canaan's music educators for decades. We know what instruments perform best in your schools. We know the teachers. We've watched their programs thrive—and we've been proud to play a small part in that success.
Some rental companies are new to town. We're not. Our roots in Fairfield County run deep, and our commitment to local music programs is proven—not promised.
That's why we created the 50/50 Cooperative Program: half of every first-month rental goes directly back to your child's school music program. It's our way of investing in the communities that have invested in us—and no other rental company in the area comes close to that level of giving back.
Premium instruments. Local expertise. A partner who's been here—and isn't going anywhere.
Schools We Serve in and Around New Canaan
🎓 New Canaan High School
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Strong band, orchestra, and jazz programs
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Frequent performances require dependable, well-set-up instruments
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We regularly maintain the high school's instruments in our Norwalk shop.
🎷 Saxe Middle School
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Large band and orchestra programs
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We coordinate with teachers for their preferences for specific reeds, mouthpieces, strings, shoulder rests, rosin, mallets, and method books (always in stock)
🎼 New Canaan Elementary Schools
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East School
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West School
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South School
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(Plus many private instructors who refer students to AAA Band Rentals)
New Canaan elementary schools have a thriving string program, and it starts here. Each summer, we bring the town's instruments to our shop for proper setup and repair. The teachers trust our expertise! Shouldn't you?
Serving Families Across Fairfield County. We also have dedicated pages for families in Greenwich, Norwalk, Westport, Weston, Wilton, Darien, and Stamford.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Do I need to know my child’s instrument size before renting? A: No. If you’re renting a string instrument or aren’t sure about size, we’ll size your child in our Cos Cob showroom or work directly from the teacher’s recommendation. Q2. Are your instruments approved for New Canaan school music programs? A: Yes. We work directly with New Canaan band and orchestra directors and stock the brands and models they request for their programs. Q3. What happens if my child decides to stop playing? A: Our rentals are month-to-month. If they stop playing, just return the instrument and billing stops per your agreement. Q4. Is maintenance or repair coverage available? A: Yes. Our Maintenance Plan covers most common repairs from normal use, handled by our in-house technicians. Q5. Can we upgrade or switch instruments later? A: Absolutely. As students grow or progress, we can help them move to a larger size or a step-up instrument, and you can switch instruments if the teacher recommends a change.
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Contact AAA Band Rentals
Cos Cob Location
📍 Address: 401 East Putnam Ave, Cos Cob, CT 06807
📞 Phone: 475.208.2100
Norwalk Location
📍 Address: 20 Fitch Street, Norwalk, CT 06855
📞 Phone: 203.416.6359
🌐 Website: www.aaabandrentals.com
📧 Email: admin@aaabandrentals.com
Store Hours (Cos Cob Location):
Monday - Friday: 10am-6pm
Saturday: 10am-2pm (August 15 - May 15)
Sunday: Closed
Store Hours (Norwalk Location):
Monday - Friday: 10am-5pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Rent online in minutes or stop by our beautiful Cos Cob showroom or Norwalk Showroom to see instruments in person.