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2008-2009 University Catalog 
    
2008-2009 University Catalog [Archived Catalogue]

MUSC 183 - Beginning Wind Instrument Repair


An introductory course designed to acquaint music students with fundamental techniques associated with the repair and maintenance of saxophones, clarinets, flutes, trumpets, trombones, and French horns. Students learn valuable skills in replacing pads and corks, repairing springs, identifying leaks, making minor adjustments, freeing frozen slides and stuck brass mouthpieces, valve alignment and other practical topics. The course is particularly useful for future teachers and free-lance musicians. Formerly MU 117

Prerequisites & Notes
Open to majors in the School of Music only.

Credits: 1 cr, 1.5 hrs