Desk Copy Requests

Alfred Music is pleased to provide complimentary desk copies to educators in accordance with the guidelines below.

Looking for a Perusal Copy? If you need a free copy to review while determining whether or not to adopt an Alfred Music book for a class, this is considered a Perusal Copy Request. Please refer to our Perusal Copy Policy instead.

Desk Copy Guidelines

• Eligibility: One complimentary desk copy will be sent for each teacher instructing a class that requires the text.
• Format: The desk copy will be identical to the student copy of the book. It will not be a teacher's resource guide.
• Exclusions: We are unable to provide desk copies of software, teacher handbooks, audio materials (such as CDs), or MIDI disks.
• School Property: Desk copies are sent with the intention that they remain the property of the school or institution. They should not be taken by a teacher or graduate assistant upon their departure and should instead be transferred to the incoming instructor.
• Additional Sections: Alfred Music reserves the right to send new desk copies at its discretion if additional class sections are added or under special circumstances.

How to Submit a Request

All desk copy requests must be submitted in writing on official school letterhead and emailed to our customer service team.

• Email to: [email protected]
• Subject Line: Attn: Desk Copy Requests

What to Include in Your Request:

To prevent processing delays, please ensure your letterhead request includes:

1. The Title of the selected text(s).
2. The ISBN (if possible).
3. The Name(s) of all teachers who will be receiving the text.
4. The Number of Students expected to enroll in the class.
5. A valid School Shipping Address (all shipments must be sent directly to the institution).