1. How long will my order take?If the item is available from stock, it will usually be dispatched within 2-3 working days. If out of stock, it will usually be dispatched within 10-14 working days.
2. Do you charge extra for postage & packaging if order is split?UK customers - If only part of your order is available from stock, this will be dispatched with the total contribution to postage & packaging charge applied at this time. Any outstanding items will be sent without further charge. Overseas customers – We make every endeavour to dispatch your order complete. If this is not possible, exact postage only is charged on any completion order.
3. How can I tell if a Band publication is suitable?We offer a free perusal service to conductors/music teachers. We send the scores on a perusal invoice for a limited period. You then have the option to (a) return the scores and the invoice is cancelled or (b) confirm your wish to purchase the full item and we will cancel the invoice and dispatch the parts with a new invoice. There is a limit of 3 perusal scores per customer at any one time.
4. What does the Band Grading mean?As a distributor for several overseas American Band publishers, the gradings we have adopted throughout our site refer to the American Band grading system (Grades 1 to 6). The following is an approximate guide:
5. Can I photocopy extra parts/extra scores?We are not able to give permission to photocopy extra parts. However, extra parts and/or scores from works still in print can be ordered. As these may have to be specially produced, please ensure you order well in advance, particularly if the work is published overseas. Extra parts cost approximately £2.50 each and scores approximately £10.00 each. If a work has gone out of print, we will endeavour to seek permission for extra copies to be produced.
6. Can I write out additional parts or adapt/re-arrange a work in any way?We are members of the Music Publishers' Association and, in order to protect the livelihood of composers/arrangers, we would require confirmation in writing of any proposed alterations, before any adaptations or extensions are made. Consent can sometimes be given without charge. If the work is a non-Studio Music publication, we would seek permission, on your behalf, with the copyright owner.
