Sometimes things break at the least convenient times—just before a performance, on
the way to the stage, or even days earlier when your student only just noticed the
problem. Regardless of when it happens, the show must go on. So, what do you do
when faced with a sudden repair need? How can you quickly get back on track and
ensure a successful performance? Scott will walk you through the various ways to make
instruments functional in a pinch, focusing on temporary fixes and practical strategies.
He will also highlight the critical mistakes to avoid in order to preserve the integrity of
the instrument, covering the essential tools and materials you’ll need to handle the
situation—along with the ones you should never use.
Benefits of a strong Relationship with your local music store
Beyond repairs, a strong relationship with a local music store provides a music educator
valuable insight into equipment purchases, as music store staff will be invested in
helping make informed decisions about instrument purchases and repair based on
quality, durability, and brand-specific features balanced over the budget. Store
Education Representatives can act as trusted advisors to local music educators, guiding
them in selecting the best instruments within their budget and ensuring proper spending
of school funds in the repair shop. Knowledge and support from a trusted music store
ultimately fosters an environment where both the teacher and students can thrive,
where access to quality instrument repair and maintenance, (and a trusted advisor),
removes common obstacles between the musicians and music education and
performance.
Target Audience
Band Directors
Additional Notes
Clinician Info
Scott Mandeville
Scott Mandeville is a passionate musician and experienced business owner with over
45 years of musical instrument repair and performance experience. From a humble
beginning in the elementary school band at Kings Beach Elementary to his current
position playing Euphonium in a 30-piece British-style brass band, Scott's innate
passion for music performance and education has guided him upwards through the
music industry. Scott studied Music Performance at CSU Sacramento and attended
Allied Repair School in Wisconsin. Upon returning to California, Scott spent 24 years
learning and mastering his craft in the repair shop at Northridge Music Center before
purchasing Tim’s Music in 2005.
Under his leadership, Tim’s Music has flourished. Currently serving nearly 350 schools
throughout Northern California, providing weekly private lessons to over 150 students,
hosting nightly rehearsal and recitals, and operating a state-of-the-art instrument repair
shop, Tim's Music has become an undeniable staple in the musical community of the
greater Sacramento area. Scott's expertise has led him to hold influential leadership
roles, including serving on the boards of NAPBIRT, CMEA, and the NAMM Board of
Directors. Scott has traveled the world sharing his expertise about Band Instrument
Repair and Music Industry Retail for over 35 years, covering essential topics such as
repair optimization and efficiencies, creative retail strategies, and the vital impact of
company culture on team cohesion and economic success.