Instrument Care and Maintenance

  • Click on the file below that matches to your child's instrument.  It will give you detailed information on instrument assembly, putting the instrument away after use, regular maintenance, supplies needed for maintenance of the instrument and proper handling guidelines.

    A few basics for general maintenance-  Brass instruments- keep valves oiled and slides moving with valve oil and slide grease.  Woodwind instruments- have at least 3 reeds, alternating them, in order to maximize the life of the reeds.  Also, keep corks well greased with cork grease.

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