Living in the Czech Republic offers a unique blend of culture, history, and a high standard of living. For those passionate about music—or with children eager to learn an instrument—one common question arises: “How can I get access to a piano?” While purchasing a piano can be a significant investment, an increasingly popular and practical alternative is piano rental. This option provides flexibility and convenience for foreigners living in the Czech Republic, allowing them to enjoy the benefits of having a piano at home without the long-term financial commitment.

Whether you’re a professional musician, a beginner, or a parent wanting to give your child the chance to explore music, renting a piano is a cost-effective and practical solution that suits both short- and long-term needs.

• Flexibility: Renting lets you enjoy a piano without the long-term commitment of ownership. This is ideal if you’re in the Czech Republic temporarily or uncertain about your future plans.
• No Maintenance Hassles: We take care of general wear and tear maintenance, leaving you stress-free. All you need to do is have the instrument tuned occasionally – and we can help with that too!
• Trial Before Buying: Renting a piano first can be especially helpful if you are new to playing or are uncertain which type suits you best. In may help you refine your considerations about a potential future purchase.

The Czech Music Fund (Český Hudební Fond) is a non-profit organization that has played a key role in shaping the Czech music scene since the 1950s. We proudly support musicians, schools, and artists through essential services, and today, we are the largest provider of piano and grand piano rentals in the Czech Republic.

With nearly 2,700 instruments available, we operate in Prague, Brno, Ostrava, and Lanškroun.

Renting a piano with us is a simple and convenient process.

Come to any of our branches to try and choose the instrument from a selection of 20 to 30 pianos and grand pianos available.  Once you’ve made your selection, you sign the contract together with either a Czech permanent resident as guarantor, or by paying a refundable deposit of CZK 25,000.

• Rental Duration: The minimum rental period is 6 months for long-term rental. Short-term let is also available.
• Delivery: Once you’ve selected your piano, we can recommend a fully insured moving company with experience in handling pianos to ensure smooth delivery.
• Maintenance and Tuning: We offer professional, paid tuning services to keep your instrument in top condition. Repairs due to normal wear and tear are covered by us.
• Cost: We offer high-quality models—including Förster, Scholze, Weinbach, and Petrof—with rental prices ranging from CZK 420 to 900 per month, depending mainly on the piano’s finish.

For foreigners living in the Czech Republic, piano rental is an affordable and accessible way to bring music into the home. Whether it’s for personal enjoyment or to support your child’s musical development, renting with us offers flexibility, convenience, and peace of mind. With maintenance support and assistance with delivery, all logistics are taken care of. Do not hesitate to contact any of our branches, where we’ll be happy to help you.