Orion Musical Instruments
Quality Made Affordable

A Solution to A Problem

Orion Musical Instruments began as a solution to a problem while Jeff was the Head Band Director at Godley, Texas: finding quality instruments at affordable prices. With Erik Lifchez, Jeff developed the Orion concept. At first, the brand was 'Musician Supply' named for Erik's store in Lexington, South Carolina. In 2014, the Orion name was selected for the instrument line at The NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA.

Development & Review Process

Various adjustments were made to the instruments and/or better manufacturers were found before they hit the Texas market in 2015. Our development process is lengthy and includes discussions with the manufacturers, prototype instruments, rigorous testing by band directors and professional players with feedback regarding the tone, quality, and craftsmanship of the instruments. Our development and review process can sometimes take years, but when the instrument is finally ready for production, we know we have a quality, well-built, affordable instrument.

Our Promise

Orion was born in North Texas, where some of the most discerning band directors teach. Orion has also been in the hands of band students, from beginner to advanced, both on the field and off. In December 2017, Orion made its national debut at The Midwest Band & Orchestra Clinic in Chicago. We stand behind our Orion instruments with one year's free maintenance that covers everything but abuse, neglect, loss, and theft. And yes, parts are available.

At the 2021 Summer NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) Show in Nashville, our Orion Student Bassoon won Best in Show! Out of all the products at the show, our bassoon was selected as one of the best in the entire show! About Best in Show

Where to Find Orion Musical Instruments

New Orion Instruments are not sold online. If you want to try an Orion instrument or would like more information about Orion, please contact one of our local dealers. If you do not have an Orion dealer in your state, please contact us at 817-583-0001. Orion Musical Instruments are sold only by our authorized dealers, listed below:

Arkansas Palen Music Center 4093 W. Sunset Ave., 101 Springdale, AR 72762 (479) 464-8877	Florida - Orlando The Band Room 3233 Curry Ford Rd. Orlando, FL 32806 (407) 897-7080	Mississippi - Jackson JXN Metro Music PO Box 354 Jackson, MS 39201 (601) 953-0709

Missouri - Columbia Palen Music Center 2609 E. Broadway Suite 206/208 Columbia, MO 65201 (573) 256-5555	Missouri - Joplin Palen Music Center 1202 S. Range Line Rd. Joplin, MO 64821 (417) 781-3100	Missouri - Liberty Palen Music Center 340 South 291 Hwy Liberty, MO 64068 (816) 792-8301

Missouri - Springfield Palen Music Center 1560 E. Raynell Pl. Springfield, MO 65804 (417) 882-7000	Missouri - St. Louis Palen Music Center 11134 Lindbergh Business Ct. St. Louis, MO 63123 (636) 229-1904	Oklahoma - Broken Arrow Palen Music Center 929 N. Elm Pl. Broken Arrow, OK 74012 (918) 286-1555

Oklahoma - Oklahoma City Palen Music Center 7701 North Broadway Extension Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 896-8111	Pennsylvania Western Pennsylvania Center for the Arts 300 James St. Verona, PA 15147 (724) 822-4461	South Carolina - Irmo Musician Supply 7001 St. Andrew's Road Columbia, SC 29212 (803) 732-6900

South Carolina - Lexington Musician Supply 718 West Main St. Lexington, SC 29072 (803) 957-3707	Texas The Bandwagon Music Store & Repair 102 E. Felix St. S. Suite 102 Fort Worth, TX 76115 (817) 583-0001	Texas - Houston/South Texas Duane Wood (832) 231-0875

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