Brian
has been repairing stringed instruments professionally since he first began
working at Gordie Brandts music center in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan many years
ago. By observing his father Marinus Brian picked up the basics of repair
work and gathered experience that would guide him through a career in stringed
instrument repair and Lutherie. "It's come a long, long way since then". After
returning to Ontario Brian began working at the Ottawa
Folklore Center where he was involved with the school of music and then
retail manager. " This was a very enjoyable time but working on string instruments
is what really hits the high notes for me." Brian then apprenticed with
Edward V. Dick , who had just moved in to Ottawa from Peterborough, Ontario.
(Edward is the founder of "Eds Musical Workshop", in Peterborough) Ed brought
years of experience with him and is considered one of North Americas Premier
Luthiers. He now runs a new shop in Denver Colorado. Check out Edwards web
site at www.evd303.com.
" I learned a lot from Edward. It was Ed who really got things going for me"
Since the beginning Brian has repaired thousands of instruments and he is
still going strong!
How much will
it cost?
All estimates are free with no obligations, except electronic work, which
has a diagnostic fee of $25. This is Deducted from the repair bill if the
repair is made.
Call us for free advice on shipping your instrument to us and we will ship
it back when completed. Shipping worldwide
For more information
you can contact Brian by e-mail.
musicdoc@magma.ca
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