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Author: Mike
Date: 2002-02-27 20:01
Where is the best place to start to learn & how do you be one?
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Author: jez
Date: 2002-02-27 20:11
There is a course in woodwind technology at Newark Technical College, Notts, U.K.
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Author: Bob
Date: 2002-02-27 23:18
I assume you mean professionally but you can learn as an amateur like I have by just diving in and enjoying it. As we amateurs say, "Break a key".
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Author: ron b
Date: 2002-02-28 18:29
This may give you a little bit of insight, Mike, into what might be expected of you to become employed in the repair industry in the U.S. There are some nice pics and somewhat comprehensive descriptions. Whether you learn the skills through a school or start 'at the bottom' in a shop, or pick it up on your own, the skills described are pretty standard worldwide.
http://www.napbirt.org/
I started in high school as a summer time helper. I continued into full time work for about three years. Over time, although I left off repairing for a long time, I've added to my arsenal of tricks by taking local community college classes (metal working) and by keeping in touch with local practicing technicians.
I've met people here from England who learned through an apprenticeship program there. I don't know (right now) how you'd go about finding information about that. But, I hope this gives you a lead.
A (school) certificate is not required in the U.S. for employment... but, as in most fields, it helps
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Author: Hiroshi
Date: 2002-03-01 00:34
I really think it needs a talent. My fingers are all thumbs.
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Author: diz
Date: 2002-03-01 00:42
Hey Hiroshi, how you doin?
There was an HNK symphony broadcast on the radio the other day - boy, they're a fine orchestra.
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Author: ron b
Date: 2002-03-01 03:28
Hi, Hiroshi
I agree that, as with most persuits, it takes some talent. It also takes *practice*. I don't know what proportions but I'll offer a rough guess of about 10% talent - 90% practice. I'm sure everyone has their own formula :]
I also strongly equate 'talent' to 'desire/motivation'. Just a personal opinion.
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Author: Gordon (NZ)
Date: 2002-03-02 11:41
Exerpt for an advertisement I recently used for a trainee/assistant
It must be emphasised that this is not a ‘craft’ type job. It could be better described as intricate mechanical engineering, and needs specific aptitudes:
1. Interested in mechanisms and how they work, and how different materials behave. Interested in technology in its broad sense.
2. Analytical, observant of detail – ‘detective mentality’. Logical in a practical sense.
3. Persevering, methodical, thorough, not easily flustered.
4. Perfectionist.
5. Good communication skills. Courteous. Complete willingness to communicate about all aspects of the work, especially when difficulties arise.
6. Uncompromising honesty
7. Amenable to working in close proximity to, and cooperation with others.
8. Complete willingness to learn – in an ongoing fashion.
9. Excellent finger dexterity.
10. Above average arm and finger strength.
11. If working on ones own it is necessary to be able to play the instruments involved at least a little, and hopefuly to quite a high standard.
12. Note that the job is engineering and has little to do with music. However, the job would be more interesting to somebody who did play.
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