Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Musical Instrument Repair Services in Novato
Anthony's Woodwind Corner was founded in 2005 by Anthony Bigham, a lifelong musician and certified mechanic with over 20 years of professional repair experience. Our shop specializes in restoring woodwind and brass instruments to optimal playing condition, combining technical precision with a deep understanding of musical needs. Anthony's expertise stems from decades of hands-on experience, including formal training at Santa Rosa Junior College, certification in auto mechanics, and a Bachelor of Arts in Jazz Studies from Sonoma State University. After touring globally with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, Anthony dedicated himself to instrument repair, apprenticing at Stanroy Music Center for eight years and completing over 2,000 repairs.We prioritize functional reliability, offering services like dent removal, crack repair, and key adjustments while maintaining the integrity of vintage instruments. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in testimonials praising our attention to detail, technical excellence, and ability to revive instruments for both casual players and professional musicians. Located in Novato, California, we serve Marin County and surrounding areas with personalized service that ensures musicians can focus on their craft without technical distractions.
Services
Woodwind Repair
Brass Repair
Dent Removal
Crack Repair
Instrument Sales
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in musical instrument repair.
- Our team provides expert dent removal and crack repair services.
- We guarantee reliable service for all wind instruments.
- Our shop offers free stuck mouthpiece removal for brass instruments.
- We specialize in vintage instrument restoration with modern techniques.
What people say
Plays like new
Technical skill unmatched
Pain-free playing restored
Vintage instrument revival
Patient customer service
Services
Woodwind Repair
Specialized restoration of clarinets, saxophones, and flutes, including repadding, adjustments, and crack repair. Our technicians ensure optimal airflow and mechanical function for professional-grade performance. Services address both modern and vintage instruments with precision.
Brass Repair
Comprehensive repair for trumpets, trombones, and other brass instruments, featuring dent removal and mouthpiece extraction. We use specialized tools to prevent damage during stuck mouthpiece removal, preserving instrument integrity and playability.
Dent Removal
Precision dent removal for brass instruments using non-invasive techniques. Our process restores proper tubing alignment without compromising metal integrity, ensuring consistent tone quality and airflow for musicians.
Crack Repair
Expert crack repair for wooden instruments using period-appropriate materials. We stabilize structural damage while maintaining original tonal characteristics, preventing further degradation through proper humidity control solutions.
Instrument Sales
Curated selection of pre-owned saxophones, clarinets, flutes, and trumpets available for purchase. Each instrument undergoes professional evaluation to ensure playability standards, offering musicians reliable options across skill levels and budgets.
People
Anthony Bigham
Owner
Anthony Bigham combines 25+ years of musical expertise with mechanical training to specialize in instrument repair. A former Tommy Dorsey Orchestra saxophonist, he apprenticed at Stanroy Music Center for eight years before founding Anthony's Woodwind Corner in 2005.
Questions
What types of instruments do you repair?
We specialize in woodwind and brass instruments including saxophones, clarinets, flutes, trumpets, and trombones.
Do you offer emergency repair services?
We prioritize urgent cases but don't provide 24/7 emergency services. Contact us for same-day assessment options.
How long does a typical repair take?
Most repairs complete within 1-2 weeks, depending on damage complexity and parts availability for vintage instruments.
Can you repair very old or vintage instruments?
Yes, we specialize in restoring vintage instruments while maintaining their original character and tonal qualities.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Novato, Marin County, and surrounding California areas with in-shop and local pickup options.
Reviews (5)
Aaron Benassi
May 10, 2021
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Awesome prices, awesome repair time, and an awesome repair guy! Anthony's been my go-to repair man ever since I started playing wind instruments, and I've never even considered going anywhere else! Very good service and trusted by many school band programs to work on school instruments.
Luis Reyes
Nov 03, 2020
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Very skilled and knowledgeable woodwind technician. I wouldn't go to any other place saxophone repair work.
Ken Jackson
Feb 11, 2020
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I am a teacher and saxophonist and I recommend all my students to bring their instruments to Anthony's repair shop. I have seen him do some real miracles, both on my saxophones and others. He is a master old world craftsman and I highly recommend him. He is as good as it gets.
Brian Wong
Jun 20, 2018
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He helped cared about a student and her music. My daughter borrowed a Clarinet from White Hill band for her Middle School music exposure. The mouthpiece cork broke and she could not play it anymore. I called the Magic Flute, but I guess since I did not rent the Clarinet form them they never called me back. I called Anthony on a referral from a guitar repair shop in San Anselmo. I explained that my daughter is just a student and it was a White HIll loaner instrument and he said to bring it in and I will take a look.
We brought the Clarinet in he was very helpful. He fixed it at no charge so my Daughter could make practice the next day. This is a real workshop and he is very skilled dont be put back by his work space. My daughter was so happy as she really enjoys playing the Clarinet. Thanks so much for your help Anthony. NOTE: The place is not easy to find don't give up. His shop is sandwiched between Dan Fix Landscape and body shops. Thanks, Anthony I forgot to ask your name my daugher and I are very thankful for your help.
We brought the Clarinet in he was very helpful. He fixed it at no charge so my Daughter could make practice the next day. This is a real workshop and he is very skilled dont be put back by his work space. My daughter was so happy as she really enjoys playing the Clarinet. Thanks so much for your help Anthony. NOTE: The place is not easy to find don't give up. His shop is sandwiched between Dan Fix Landscape and body shops. Thanks, Anthony I forgot to ask your name my daugher and I are very thankful for your help.
Kim Janson-Smith
Feb 12, 2018
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I've been bringing my kids saxophones and clarinets here for years and he always fixes them perfectly at a great price.
