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BIR 125 - Saxophone Family Repair Techniques

Credits 6
This course introduces students to specific repair techniques of members of the saxophone family, focusing on padding, regulation and body repair techniques. Students learn specific aspects of repair related to instruments of the saxophone family. It also gives them the opportunity to fabricate specialized tools and learn to repair saxophone instrument cases and latches. Students learn the history and development of the saxophone. Concurrent enrollment in BIR 124, Clarinet Family Repair Techniques, and BIR 134, Woodwind Performance and Testing Techniques required.