Musical Instrument Maker Repairer Job Descriptions |
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Musical instrument makers
and repairers adjust, repair, restore and make musical instruments.
In this job you would usually specialise in one type of instrument, such as string instruments like violins and guitars, brass instruments like trumpets, or pianos. Your day-to-day tasks could include: · working with a variety of materials, including wood, metal, plastic and fibreglass · using traditional hand tools for working with wood or metal · using plastic, fibreglass and electronic parts for modern instruments like electric guitars · building new instruments · repairing or renovating damaged or worn instruments · replacing damaged parts · tuning instruments to make sure they produce high-quality sound · using finishing techniques such as polishing and varnishing
Key Skills · excellent woodwork and metalwork skills · a good appreciation of pitch and quality of sound · the ability to trace and solve problems · skill in working with your hands · accuracy and precision · knowledge of electronics if working on modern instruments like keyboards · patience and good concentration · Business skills if self-employed. |
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