Band Instrument Repair | AAS
This program prepares you to become band instrument repair technicians. You develop job-entry skills in all areas of band instrument repair and restoration. They become acquainted with the characteristics, physical properties, and problems involved with each musical instrument, as well as the basics of playing each instrument. Work is performed with tools special to the trade. You learn to safely operate a machine lathe, buffing and scratch brushing equipment, lacquering equipment, and special dent-removing equipment. Techniques in woodwind repair are also developed.
Many graduates of the Band Instrument Repair program become employed with retail music stores that service band instruments. Other opportunities for employment are band instrument manufacturers, independent instrument repair shops, and public school systems and colleges. The employment outlook remains strong, as there is a shortage of qualified band instrument repair technicians across the country.
The program is the longest continuously operated band instrument repair program in an American state school.
Degree
Associate of Applied Science
Credits
68
Locations
Sioux City Campus
Admissions Advisor
Admissions Representative
fran.dejong@witcc.edu
Call 712.317.3345
Sioux City Campus, Admissions
Book Appointment
Career Information
Repair percussion, stringed, reed, or wind instruments. May specialize in one area, such as piano tuning. View career outlook information.
Required Classes
For a list of current required classes, visit our catalog at:
https://catalog.witcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=10&poid=2253&returnto=752
Faculty and Staff
Band Instrument Repair Technology Instructor
mark.schmedinghoff@witcc.edu
Call 712.317.3360
Sioux City, Room A50L
Estimated Cost of Attending
* This is an approximate cost based on tuition and fees set by the Board of Directors before each school year. Course level fees may also apply. Additional charges for licensure or credential testing may be a part of your program.
** The cost of books varies per program.