Hmmm, I wish I had more advice. I have been wondering about this myself as I am a musician myself but learned much through the public school system, though little is offered these days (certainly harder to find). With band you don't need to practice every night because you practice every DAY. There really is no better way to learn - but many no longer have that option...
I used to teach piano and rule #1 is don't buy a piano until you know you are going to stick with it - hehe. But really goes to any instrument - renting or buying used were top of mind but you already thought of that.
My teacher had so much business she hired here students to help, which was win-win for me. We did not have the experience and did not charge as much as the master, but when you are just starting you don't need a master teacher. I think it is a good idea to look for some starving students (local college - music students?) to get a good price on teaching. Regardless it will be rather expensive though. Private lessons don't come cheap no matter how you slice it. Look and see if there are also group lessons avilable. If done right it could be an affordable option.
Good Luck.
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