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Expertise
I can answer questions regarding drum repair,refinishing, and restoration, as well as marching and orchestral techniques and drum tech at the high school/college level. I have limited knowledge of drum history, and would not be a complete source for that information.
Experience in the area
I specialize in drum and percussion repair, refinishing,and restoration. I also have experience in teaching orchestral and marching percussion techniques.
Education/Credentials
Degree in Business Administration. Over 10 years of repairing & refinishing drums from vintage snare drums to complete marching drumlines. Currently teach private percussion lessons as well as orchestral and rudimental clinics. Performance experience includes college orchestral and jazz bands, concert bands, symphonies, and live rock/country bands.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Dan | 10/24/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Neil | 09/17/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | THANKS Chris This has been very helpful ..... |
| Tim | 08/04/09 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 10 | Thanks so much for clarification on the ..... |
| Gavin | 07/03/09 | 9 | 8 | 10 | 10 | What a great service!! |
| geoff | 06/13/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks Chris,love these pedals get some ..... |
Recent Answers from Chris Fonck
2009-10-30 rogers badge:
Max, your best bet on finding one is either ebay or an individual collector. I don't have anything Rogers right now, but there are many guys who collect them. The only one that comes to mid that might
2009-10-27 Modern Spurs and mounts:
George, not sure I can assist with your question. Your best bet is to contact Precision Drum to fin d out spacing on the mounting screws for each set of spurs. Most sites like Precision drum and Drummaker
2009-10-21 buying:
Ross, if this is a fairly new drum kit, individual toms can usually still be ordered from Pearl in the color you have. Most local music stores can order if they are Pearl dealers (just about everyone
2009-10-17 Export badges:
Dan, sorry to say I do not have any badges for your kit, nor do I know anyone who might. There is a local vintage drum dealer here in town that might have those, but was not aware of any the last time
2009-09-14 staining drums:
Neil, thanks for the question. My best guess on the stain issue you currently have lies in the wood you are staining. I have rarely had an issue with stain being uneven, and when I did it seemed to be
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