specialities

renovation of old instruments

Rudall Carte key repair - click for larger pictures

I have many years experience of restoring old instruments in wood or metal. These usually have their own difficulties eg. wood cracking, solder joints failing, but with careful attention they can often be made to perform beautifully again.

custom keywork building and alterations




custom made new foot joint keywork, high G sharp, left hand extensions and piccolo G sharp alterations for customers - click for larger pictures

customising flute and piccolo keywork can help to alleviate discomfort and pain or can enhance the performance of your instrument. Most flutes are manufactured in 'one size fits all' but all players are different. I can personalise your instrument to suit your needs.

Straubinger padding

follow the link for more information on the very latest in padding technology.

advanced techniques

cork padding for piccolos
for top quality piccolos, nothing is quite as reliable as cork padding. The best cork pads, free of blemish, once installed correctly are highly resistant to moisture and make the most stable padding and are therefore very reliable. The installation is more time consuming and precise but the performance is worth the cost.

crack repair
if it is suitable, binding with carbon fibre ribbon embedded in epoxy resin is the most stable method of repair for cracks in wooden instruments.

Flute repair France. I offer - repair, adjustment, service, overhaul, maintenance and advice on all flutes and piccolos.