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At Normans we offer more than the best prices. Through our team of experienced and professional staff we are dedicated to providing the best possible service to our customers.  So if you like our prices you'll love our service.

Who Are We?
Originally established in 1959 Normans has grown to become the UK's pre-eminent specialist supplier of musical Instruments. We supply Pupils, Schools, Local Education Authorities and Professional Players all over the UK and the world.
Freephone Telephone Help Desk
Not sure what you need? Want advice? - Call our freephone sales line 08000 281415 for friendly help and an expert impartial opinion.  Alternatively, email our Team at sales@normans.co.uk
Quality of Service
We want to make sure that whatever you get from us, it comes in perfect working condition and as quickly as possible. This means keeping the largest stock of specialist instruments and accessories in the UK and checking all products before they are despatched. We can also set up your new instrument to any required configuration prior to packing.
Instruments/Products Listed
You may think that there are a lot of instruments listed, but this is only a small number of the products available in the market that we sell. However, in order to save space and make this website easier to navigate we've restricted the listings to the most popular products sold in each category.

However, if you specifically require a product not listed please call our help desk. If you want to order a very specialist expensive instrument, or want an instrument to be customized to your own specific requirements we may ask for a significant deposit at the time of order.
Instrument Catalogues
We distribute a full colour Music Education Catalogue, which features a comprehensive range of musical instruments from percussion to pianos, guitars, strings, hi-tech instruments, keyboards, music, speakers and microphones. Please email us at sales@normans.co.uk for a free copy.
Visting Us
You can visit us at our Burton-on-Trent store. We are conveniently situated in the centre of the country within 2 miles of the A38 dual carriageway. It's easy to find us in Burton - call for directions or click here for instructions. We have our own large car park and business hours are: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm   Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm

If you're coming a long way to try a particular instrument we suggest you contact us a few days before you plan to visit - so we can make sure we've tested and put a selection of instruments aside for you. We can also make sure that a dedicated specialist will be available to advise you.

On arrival we’ll assign you a practice studio and let you play away on the instruments you're interested in. To help you evaluate your chosen instrument we suggest you bring your usual mouthpiece and/or reed and bring some of your favourite music to play. Your existing instrument is also useful for comparison.
Music

A large selection of music can be purchased via our on-line Sheet Music Site.  It gives up to date stock availability information and the majority of publications are delivered to your door within 2-3 days from date of order.

View Sheet Music Order Section

Exports

We regularly export instruments all over the world. We charge for shipping on a "cost" basis and would be happy to provide you with a no obligation shipping quote for your order.

For goods exported outside the EU, and to VAT registered customers within the EU we can supply goods ex-VAT. For all other exports vat is chargeable at the standard rate.

If you are from outside the EU on a trip and you intend to visit us personally to buy an instrument, (before leaving the EU with the goods in your personal luggage), we must invoice you inclusive of VAT. However, you will be able to reclaim the vat by filling in a VAT 407 form.

We keep these available and we will be able to help you fill them in and explain the procedure to get your refund as soon as possible.

Trade Stands

We regularly attend musical events such as Wind & Brass Band Competitions, Concerts and Music Festivals and take along a selection of instruments & accessories. If you want us to bring along a specific instrument for you to look at during a particular event please let us know in advance.