Instrument Repair for the Music Teacher: Book

Band directors, orchestra directors, and instrumental music teachers who manage instrument inventories and want to extend the life of school instruments without expensive service calls. Private studio teachers will also find practical solutions for keeping student instruments in playable condition.

Keep this on your desk or in your office as a reference guide. When a student arrives with a sticky valve, a cracked pad, or a loose screw, you'll have straightforward troubleshooting steps before deciding whether the repair is within your scope. Use it during summer inventory checks to assess which instruments need professional servicing.

• Understanding instrument mechanics and construction
• Basic troubleshooting and diagnosis of common problems
• Proper maintenance procedures for extended instrument life