Chuck Levin's has one location conveniently located one block away from the Wheaton-Glenmont metro station:

Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center

11151 Veirs Mill Road

Silver Spring, MD 20902

Yes, but with exceptions:

Large or delicate instruments must be picked up at our Wheaton, MD location. Some of these include:

• All string instruments
• Percussion instruments
• Tubas, French horns, Baritone & Tenor Saxophones, and Bass Clarinets

You can choose between two rental options:

• School Year Rental
• Full Year Rental: 12 months

Each includes a flat-rate fee and full access to your instrument for the selected period.

• The rental is a one-time payment covering your entire selected term.
• Pricing is all-inclusive and the same regardless of school or location.
• Applicable sales tax will be added to your invoice.
• See our full list of rental prices here

Note: The rental fee is not prorated. Early returns do not qualify for partial refunds.

Yes. A refundable Security Deposit is required and listed on your invoice. You’ll get it back if:

• The instrument is returned on time
• It is in good working condition
• All accessories are returned as issued

See our return policy for complete details

• Stringed instruments are sized to the student - please review our helpful sizing videos and charts for violin, viola, and cello.
• For sizing a double bass, please consult with your teacher or music director.
• Cello Sizing Guide: https://youtu.be/oZnIO7Q-BTQ
• Violin Sizing Guide: https://youtu.be/oZnIO7Q-BTQ

• Your rental instrument will always come with an appropriate case and a Chuck Levins luggage tag. Please make sure to use the tag to ensure you keep track of your rental.
• Woodwind instruments will come with reeds to get you started and cork grease
• Brass instruments will come with the necessary oils
• String instruments will come with rosin
• Some typical accessories that are available for purchase are: extra reeds, music stands, shoulder rests/pads, music books and instrument care kits. These can be purchased in person at the time of rental, or online with your rental request.

You are renting, not buying. The instrument remains the property of Chuck Levins Washington Music Center. You may not:

• Sell
• Pawn
• Lend
• Or otherwise transfer it

But you can purchase it during the rental term or up to one week before it ends.

• Your rental fee and deposit (excluding tax, damage, and late fees) can be applied as credit toward the purchase
• Your account must be in good standing
• This credit is void once the instrument is returned

• You can bring your Rental Instrument here to the store or ship it to us.
• Rentals must arrive back at the store before the end-date of your contract.
• Instruments must be returned with their respective cases, and any included accessories that are not disposable.
• Any included disposable accessories such as reeds and slide oil, or purchased accessories such as shoulder pads, music stands or books are yours to keep!

If the instrument is not returned or renewed:

• A monthly rental fee (at the current rate) will apply
• A late interest fee of 18% per year may be charged
• Washington Music Center may take legal action to recover the instrument and associated costs—including legal fees

• Yes! Contact us before your rental term ends to extend or renew and avoid additional fees.

Sizes of string instruments can be exchanged for a different size any time during the rental period

• Student’s name
• School name
• Parent or guardian’s contact information
• Valid photo ID
• A major credit card
• Secondary backup contact who is not part of your immediate family or household

We do not provide insurance, but:

• Your homeowners or renters insurance may cover the instrument
• Instruments left at school or on a bus may not be covered—check your policy for details

• In person rentals are completed while you are in the store.
• ON LINE rentals are usually shipped within 48 hours of payment:
• After completing your rental form you’ll receive an email with a payment link and instructions within 48hrs
• Be sure to check your spam or junk folder if you don’t see it
• Reach out to us if you need help or have questions

By placing your order and submitting payment, you confirm that you’ve read, understood, and accepted all rental terms and conditions.