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Musical Interests for Beginners

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I come from a long line of musicians, and we are currently working on all my families kids to become musicians too. These are the items we have been purchasing for them that I recommend highly.
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Essentials

Straps, cases, reeds, strings, everything your students need.

 
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When you start teaching piano, these are a must have item until your student gets comfortable. amzn.to/45M7KeD
Removable Piano Keyboard Note Labels for Beginners
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Rico brand reeds are an inexpensive option and they work really well. I prefer the 2.5 which is why I tagged it here. amzn.to/3ZcfpjU
Rico Bb Clarinet Reeds #2 1/2 - 10 Pack
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I love the Rico reeds, the price is good and the quality is good. amzn.to/3EzEhbY
Rico Woodwinds Tenor Saxophone Reeds
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I love the Rico brand, very inexpensive and worth every penny. amzn.to/3PtY6Yp
Rico Saxophone Reeds - Alto - 10 Pack
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Instruments

These are all beginner friendly products for your music student. I highly recommend them all.

 
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Every child's music interest begins with a recorder. This is inexpensive and works really. A great price for what you get too. amzn.to/45McaCh
Soprano Recorder Instrument For Kids
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These clarinets are good quality and a really inexpensive way for your student to get started. amzn.to/3sLMIOS
Bb Clarinet Woodwind Instruments for Beginners
 
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I personally own this sax and for the money, it is an excellent piece of equipment. amzn.to/483ZCbb
EASTROCK Tenor Saxophone B Flat Black/Gold
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This is the same brand as my personal sax. I love it for the price point. amzn.to/3ExY9w1
Alto Saxophone Gold E Flat Sax-Full Kit
 
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This is a great package deal.  This violin has good sound and a sturdy neck. Excellent starter. amzn.to/3RhAO9x
3/4 Violin for Beginners, Violins Kit for Student
 
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Glory brand isn't the top of the line by any means, but this is a great starter flute. amzn.to/462P0Y6
Closed Hole C Flute With Case
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Work Books

These are the best beginner books on the market. Your student will love them.

 
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Best starter book hands down for your new piano student. amzn.to/3RgXtTA
Essential Elements Piano Theory - Level 1
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My favorite brand for beginner books. A must have. amzn.to/3ZscFzj
Essential Elements for Band - Bb Bass Clarinet 1
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Essential Elements is an excellent beginner book for your students. amzn.to/4685MVB
Essential Elements for Band - Bb Tenor Sax Book 1
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I am going to keep saying it, Essential Elements is an excellent starter. amzn.to/3Li1p2k
Essential Elements Band for Alto Saxophone, Book 1
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Again, I want to note that I love the Essential Elements book series for all instruments. They are great starters at a good price. amzn.to/486QN0a
Essential Elements for Strings - Violin Book 1
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I keep saying it, but Essential Elements is a great starter book. I recommend it for any and all instruments. amzn.to/3sGf50E
Essential Elements for Band - Flute Book 1
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