Klarinet Archive - Posting 000059.txt from 2004/04

From: "mark" <cpaok@-----.com>
Subj: [kl] Brannen (bashing) ???
Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2004 18:34:00 -0400

"It appears to me that these people are inconsistent with what they do, and
you point this out ..."

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WRONG & very unfair! Everything that you have heard thus far is HEARSAY to
you. You have judged another on unproven testimony. No attempt to sort out
facts was made.

My family & friends have used the Brannens for many years. Personally, I
have had 10+ overhauls performed by Bill & Linda Brannen. Never a problem,
hard to believe - all those overhauls & repairs have involved shipping to &
fro'. Frankly, anything is possible. Picking up a Clarinet in Evanston @
the "shop with no signs". Aside from being blown away by the autographed
photos of "Clarinet Icons" who extol the virtues of the Brannens; aside
from being accorded respect & care - no rush. Do the Brannens work on
appointment - YES - I (& others) find that very professional.

Impeccable, knowledgeable, creative, innovative, caring, down to earth &
honest. Masters with crack & tonehole repair. Brannen Pads are the finest
known to Clarinetists. (Ask a master professional like Clark Fobes what he
thinks - he has been quoted as stating that Brannen custom pads are 2nd to
none!)

The Brannens work doesn't come cheaply - they are no different than experts
in other walks of life. There desire to work on specified makes & models is
understood.

YES, the Brannens may pose a problem for Clarinetists - what will we do when
they retire ? There are many wannabe's who attack them on price, etc.

I am sorry that someone had a problem. If you don't know the true & correct
circumstances behind someone else's problem - you can't "choose up sides" !

best,
mark weinstein
weinstein woodwinds

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