“The only truth is music.”
― Jack Kerouac
J.S. Woodwind repairs most quality brand woodwind instruments including clarinets, flutes, saxophones, oboes and bassoons. Student level, intermediate and professional model instruments are all welcome.
Hours are by appointment. Please call 610-780-5263 or email for inquiries or to set up an appointment for instrument repair.
Experience
• B.S. degree in Music Education from Moravian College
• More than 15 years of training and work experience repairing woodwind instruments
• NAPBIRT (National Association of Professional Band and Instrument Repair Technicians) member in good standing
Are estimates offered?
Estimates are provided, free of charge, by request prior to any work being done. The estimate will be realistic based on the age, condition, and quality of the instrument. J.S. Woodwind will always give an honest assessment of an instrument’s repair needs.
How can payment of repairs be made?
Cash, check (Re$ubmitIt policies upholding), Paypal. Payment is due upon instrument repair.
Please note, prepayment may be required when parts need to be ordered or for full repads/extensive repairs.
What does a repair technician do?
A good repair technician believes this is a craft, not just a job.
A repair technician is:
• an educator
• a musician
• a problem-solver
• reliable and honest
All these items (and more) work interdependently as skills for a dependable repair technician.
Why is it a craft and not just a job?
A good repair technician supports music and music education through their skills and advice. As an instrument repair technician you never stop learning; you are always the student.
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“As someone that is very protective of who touches, let alone repairs, my instruments, I know I can always trust Jen with a professional instrument and get top-notch professional work in return. Her attention to detail, treatment of every instrument as if it were her own, and high personal repair standards set Jen apart from many repair technicians in the field.”
Joc Heckman
Elementary Instrumental Music Teacher
Brecknock, Blue Ball, New Holland Elementary Schools
Elementary Band & Orchestra Director
“Ms. Francisco repaired an alto sax for us and we were extremely pleased. The sax had been stored in a garage for over 40 years and was a mess. I couldn’t believe it was the same instrument when she was finished. We will definitely recommend her to anyone who is in need of repairs.”
M. Brown
Hamburg, Pa
“Ms. Francisco often had an idea of what was wrong with my instrument before she even looked at it. She was always willing to make time for it in her schedule, fix the issue, and return it to me quickly.”
J. Mengel
Future Music Educator
Lebanon Valley College