Band Instruments Repairs-Michael Millard and Dave Cottrell bring years of experience and excellent attention to detail to every task.

Michael Millard is a graduate of the prestigious South East Minnesota State College Southeast Tech at Red Wing. This institution is one of the very few to offer an advanced course of study in musical instrument repair. As a bassoon player, Mike appreciates a job well done and conveys that in his work. Mike studied basic and advanced repair techniques on all brass and woodwind instruments. As a musician Mike is in demand, performing with several orchestras and musical groups in the area. Our shop is well equipped with the latest tools and test equipment.

John Kirkner received his instrument repair training at Southeast Technical College in Red Wing, Minnesota. A native of Chester County, he returned to the area in 2009 to work as a repair technician in New Jersey before joining the staff at Taylor's in 2010. In the past he has served as a resident repair technician for the International Music Camp in North Dakota and has been associated with the non-profit Play on, Philly! as a repair technician since that group's inception. Prior to beginning his career in instrument repair, John earned a bachelor's degree in music education from West Chester University and spent a year teaching high school band and general music in Delaware County. He is an active oboist, performing with several local groups including the Pennsylvania Symphonic Winds and Quintessence Wind Quintet.

String Instruments Repairs-

Headed by Frank Saam - An exceptional violin maker and graduate from The International School Of Violin Making in Cremona Italy.

Piano Tuning and Repairs-

With over 30 years of piano tuning, service, and repair experience, Steve can provide the expert maintenance your piano deserves. Steve is a well respected RPT (Registered Piano Technician), having served as President of the local Piano Technicians Guild. He has also been trained at the Steinway factory.

Under the tutelage of Steve Prentice, Phil brings a wealth of knowledge and natural ability to piano tuning and maintenance. He has a deep passion and enthusiasm for piano service and is willing to share his knowledge with you! Ask Phil about our professional piano cleaning services.

Guitar Repairs- Ed Phethan has years of experience working for Ibanez Guitar. He is certified by Honer, Ibanez, Martin, and Fender. Ed is one of the few techs that can troubleshoot electronics in a guitar, not just mechanical problems.