As I've
mentioned on other pages of this site, oboe repair is tricky!
Whereas there are minor repairs that I trust most local repair
techs with (replacing pads and corks, for example), more intensive
repairs should definitely be sent to repair techs who specialize
in oboes or double reeds.
The list
below is by no means comprehensive - I'm sure there are more,
and as I find them I will add them to the page. Also,
please be aware that I do not have personal experience with
most of these. There are several names that I consistantly
hear in regard to oboe repair, and others that have simply
been recommended to me by other oboists I know. My goal is
to list reputable repair techs around the United States so
that hopefully you can find one in your area. If you have
experience with any of these (or ones I don't have listed),
please send
me feedback and I will list your feedback (anonymously)
by the respective repair tech -- if I don't have alot to say
about any of these repair techs, it's not because they aren't
highly qualified -- it's simply because I don't know much
about them!
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| California |
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- According
to Forrests Music, " Since he is one of the best in the
country, he works by appointment and is usually booked way
in advance."
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- John
has worked for RDG Woodwinds in Los Angeles for 20 years,
and also has his own shop.
- He also
offers custom keywork for those with physical limitations
or disabilities.
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- Mark
does all his own repairs, and has 30 years' experience.
- Mark
worked at the Loree Factory in France for 6 months.
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| Georgia |
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- Because
they are an oboe-making shop, Covey Oboes is uniquely prepared
to offer the most comprehensive range of repair services for
your oboe.
- Ginger
Ramsay took over ownership after Paul Covey passed away, and
she is now the principal oboe maker and principal repair tech.
If she can make them, you know she can repair them!
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| Indiana |
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- Professional
Oboe and English Horn players from around the world send their
instruments to Carlos. His is one of the names I have heard
over and over again in the oboe world as a prominent repairman.
- He is
one of the few craftsmen in the United States who have received
training at the prestigious F. Lorée factory in France.
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| Minnesota |
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- Cindy
works out of Midwest Musical Imports.
- She trained
at the Lorée factory in France.
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John
Hiniker
Rochester MN |
- John
Hiniker is without doubt one of the premier English hornists
-- he has his own line of English horn bocals that are EXCELLENT!
- He also
makes oboes, so he has unique insight to repairs!
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| New
Hampshire |
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- Brian
is another of the names I hear quite frequently in the oboe
world.
- Brian's
mentor was Pedro Rivera, who repaired for woodwind musicians
from Harold Gomberg of the NY Philharmonic to Woody Allen
and Miles Davis.
- Brian's
clients include members of major US and international orchestras,
Broadway musicians, teachers and students.
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| New
York |
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- Any time
I have asked anyone where to look for quality instruments,
Nora Post is always at the top of the list. She performs her
own repairs, and you can read raves about her repairs at http://www.norapost.com/reviews_repair.html.
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| Tennessee |
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- Bruce
works out of Rush's Music Service in Knoxville TN. Bruce was
recommended to me by a former private student who was then
studying oboe performance (she graduated this year!).
- I
sent my oboe to him in need of a repaired crack and a complete
overhaul. He did a great job -- I really don't think my oboe
has ever played as well as it does now. He was very easy to
deal with and returned my oboe to me in a timely manner. I
am VERY happy!
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- Larry's
site gives detail explanations and pictures of how he performs
some of his repairs.
- Studied
with oboe maker Paul Covey
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- Jason,
the repair tech, is an oboist and studied with Dr. Dan Ross.
- Jason
has worked with and consulted with some of the top repair
technicians in the industry, allowing him to try many different
repair techniques all the while honing his own skills to provide
quality repairs.
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