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LES RÈGLES DE L’ART

My goal at La mécanique des flûtes:
 
to do everything possible to meet the highest standards of musicians
and to earn their trust.

Dominique Charland in 2024
Piccolo repair

MY PRINCIPLES

I work exclusively on flutes and piccolos; my experience is entirely focused on these instruments.


I don’t only work with professionals — all flutists are welcome!


I answer all your questions as honestly as possible and offer advice to the best of my knowledge.


My services are described in detail.


Your instrument is kept for a set amount of time, and deadlines are respected thanks to an appointment system.


I don’t hesitate to invest in top-quality tools. As Ernest Ferron says in My Voice is a Saxophone:
"A repairer who has — or wants — a top-level clientele must be willing to invest in equipment."

 

But above all, what matters most is proving yourself!

Flute overhaul

Completely disassemble and clean flutes and piccolos, even for annual COAs

Clean the instrument during every service

Precisely shim pads for optimal adjustment

Replace consumables with identical parts

Keep all types of pads in stock

Follow manufacturer specifications for key heights, spring tension, and headjoint cork positioning

Repair damaged cases

Play-test flutes and piccolos for at least half an hour after COAs, and for two hours over several days after an overhaul

THE RULES OF THE CRAFT

signature Domi
La mécanique des flûtes

Come and see me!
I’ll be happy to help

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