Amadeus Strings 845-486-7617(Ph), 845-240-1917(Fax)

Amadeus Strings 845-486-7617(Ph), 845-240-1917(Fax)

Poughkeepsie, NY www.amadeus-strings.com

Amadeus Strings

2014-2015 Violin, Viola & Cello Rentals

105 Wennington Drive, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

845-486-7617,

Recognized as one of the top violin shops in the Hudson Valley, Amadeus Strings is pleased to offer its quality string instruments to the schools of the Hudson Valley.

Violin & Viola Rentals

For both beginning and advancing students, Amadeus Strings offers only high quality European violins & violas. All rentals consist of an outfit that includes a hand carved violin/viola, natural horsehair bow, case, rosin and a shoulder rest. Insurance is included in your rental fee, protecting you in case of damage or theft of the instrument. In case the instrument requires repair, we provide a temporary loaner free of extra charge. Our equity program allows you to apply money from your rental fee towards the purchase of a violin/viola or outfit from Amadeus Strings. Equity accrues at 100% of the first year’s rental fee (excluding insurance and tax), plus 40% of the second year, plus 20% of each additional year.

Key Features of violin & viola rentals – Hand carved with the top made of solid Carpathian resonance spruce ¨ Back, sides and neck made of solid maple ¨ Inlaid purfling on the top and back ¨ All fittings are ebony ¨ Dominant (or equivalent quality) Strings ¨ Oil varnish ¨ Natural horsehair bow ¨ Lightweight hard case ¨ High quality rosin ¨ Contoured sponge shoulder rest ¨ Fine tuners on all four strings

Violin rental – 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 4/4 size / 3 months / 10 months / 12 months
Monthly rate ($5/month insurance included) / $23.00 / $21.00 / $20.00
Amount due every 3 months / $69.00 / $63.00 / $60.00
Total cost of term / $69.00 / $210.00 / $240.00
Viola rental – 11”, 12”, 13”, 14”, 15” size / 3 months / 10 months / 12 months
Monthly rate ($5/month insurance included) / $28.00 / $26.00 / $25.00
Amount due every 3 months / $84.00 / $78.00 / $75.00
Total cost / $84.00 / $260.00 / $300.00

Amadeus Strings – Cello

105 Wennington Drive, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

845-486-7617

www.amadeus-strings.com

Cello Rentals

For both beginning and advancing students, Amadeus Strings offers only high quality handmade workshop cellos. All rentals consist of an outfit that includes a hand carved cello, natural horsehair bow, rosin, and a padded soft case. Insurance is included in your rental fee, protecting you in case of damage or theft of the instrument. In case the instrument requires repair, Amadeus strings will provide a temporary loaner free of extra charge. Our equity program allows you to apply money from your rental fee towards the purchase of a cello or outfit from Amadeus Strings. Equity accrues at 100% of the first year’s rental fee (excluding insurance and tax), plus 40% of the second year, plus 20% of each additional year.

Key Features of cello rentals – Hand carved with the top made of solid resonance spruce ¨ Back, sides and neck made of solid maple ¨ Inlaid purfling on the top and back ¨ All fittings are ebony ¨Despiau French Bridge¨D’addario Hellicore strings¨ Natural horsehair brazilwood bow ¨ Padded soft case ¨ High quality rosin ¨ Fine tuners on all four strings ¨Xeros endpin anchor

Cello rental – 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 size / 3 months / 10 months / 12 months
Monthly rate ($8/month insurance included) / $55.00 / $49.00 / $45.00
Amount due every 3 months / $165.00 / $147.00 / $135.00
Total cost / $165.00 / $490.00 / $540.00
Cello rental – 4/4 size / 3 months / 10 months / 12 months
Monthly rate ($10/month insurance included) / $60.00 / $54.00 / $50.00
Amount due every 3 months / $180.00 / $162.00 / $150.00
Total cost / $180.00 / $540.00 / $600.00

Amadeus Strings 2014-15 Rental Agreement

Thank you for renting your instrument from Amadeus Strings. For prompt delivery to your school the 1st week of September, please mail or fax this form to Amadeus Strings. Please refer to the rental agreement on page 4 of this document for terms and conditions.

Father/Guardian ______Mother/Guardian ______

Street Address ______City ______State_____ Zip______

Home phone______Work phone ______

Cell phone ______E-mail address ______

Child’s name (First & last) ______School ______

Violin Rental Size: 1/8 1/4 1/2 3/4 4/4

Viola Rental Size: 10” 11” 12” 13” 14” 15”

Cello Rental Size: 1/8 1/4 1/2 3/4 4/4

Term of Contract: 3 months 10 months 12 months Start date: 9/1/2014

(circle selection) End date: ______

Payment Information

Card type**: Visa____ MasterCard____ Discover ____

Card Number:______Expiration date: ______

Name on card:______

I have read, understand, and agree to terms and conditions of this contract. I hereby authorize Amadeus Strings to investigate my credit standing.

Customer signature:______Date:______

*The initial payment which includes first three (3) months plus beginning student package fee will be charged to your credit card before receipt of the instrument.

** All rental customers must provide a valid credit card.

Rental Contract

Rental Terms & Instrument Return Policy

1. The violin/viola/cello outfit you are renting is the sole property of Amadeus Strings. Renter may not sell it or move it to another state. Renter must notify Amadeus strings if there is a change of address, phone or credit card information.

2. The rental term and start date covered by this contract are noted on the payment information sheet. At the end of the term, the instrument must be returned to Amadeus Strings. If the instrument is not returned, the contract will be automatically extended for three (3) months. Accessories such as shoulder pads & cello end pin anchors are included in the rental fee. When the instrument is returned, such accessories must be returned.

3. Renter may return the instrument and terminate this contract prior to the contract end date if necessary. In such an event, a restocking fee of $20 will be charged or deducted from any applicable refund. Renter also agrees to pay all shipping & handling charges related to returning the instrument.

4. Exchanges to a larger instrument may be made at any time during the rental term. A $20.00 exchange fee is payable at the time of exchange at Amadeus Strings.

Rental Payments

5. The renter must provide a valid credit card. The initial payment which includes first three (3) months fees + beginning student package fee will be charged to your credit card before receipt of the instrument. These fees are non-refundable. Rental fees are due in advance, and will be charged every three (3) months during the rental term.

6. In the event that a rental is initiated in the middle of a rental quarter ten (10) or more days after the beginning of that quarter, fees will be prorated. In such a case, because a minimum full three (3) month payment is required to initially check out the instrument, the renter will be charged for more than one quarter.

7. A late fee of 5% will be charged on rental payments that are over 15 days late, and 10% on payments that are over 30 days late. Amadeus strings may repossess an instrument if the rental fee is not paid within 60 days. Repossession terminates this agreement but does not relieve a parent or guardian of rental charges.

8. Amadeus Strings has the right to refuse to lease an instrument based on the results of credit investigation.

Insurance & Repairs

9. The instrument is insured by Amadeus Strings, protecting you in case of damage or theft. All repairs and adjustments to the instrument or bow must be made by Amadeus Strings. While the instrument is being repaired, a loaner will be supplied free of charge. Broken strings are not covered and are the responsibility of the renter. If your instrument is stolen, we require a police report, otherwise the renter assumes responsibility for the cost of the instrument*. Note that insurance is not valid outside of the U.S. or if the renter’s account is overdue; if account is overdue, renter will be responsible for damage, loss, or repair costs to the instrument.

*Full replacement costs of rental outfits are as follows: Violin outfit (1/8-3/4 size) $600; Violin outfit (4/4 size) $650; Viola outfit (10”-13”) $650; Viola outfit (14”-15”) $750; Cello outfit (1/8-3/4 size) $1400; Cello outfit (4/4 size) $1550.

Equity Program

10. Our equity program allows renter to apply some percentage of rental fees towards purchase of a violin/viola/cello or outfit. Rental credit accrues at 100% of the first year’s rental fee (excluding insurance and tax), plus 40% of the second year, plus 20% of each additional year. Rental credit may be applied towards up to 50% of the purchase price of any violin/viola/cello or outfit (violin/viola/cello, bow, case) from Amadeus Strings. Rental credit must be applied to purchase within 30 days of return of the rental instrument.

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