Pope Instrument Repair

SALE on Horns, Accessories, Sheet Music and MORE!

Ken — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 10:13:27 +0000

In honor of the Massachusetts TAX holiday I’ve put most things in the shop on sale. Save %20 on sheet music, and accessories, %10 on Conn Horns – poke around and see what you want/need. This is only a 2 day sale! (August 14 & 15)

New site coming soon

Ken — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:03:48 +0000

We’ve been working on updating the site with all new security features – it should be up in a couple days. THEN, I can add all the ‘new’ used horns that are here – including a Geyer in EXCELLENT condition!

Carved in Stone – The life and legacy of Vincent DeRosa

Ken — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:17:05 +0000

Todd Miller’s new book ‘Carved in Stone’ is an absolute MUST have for any brass player.
Carved In Stone documents the life, career, and playing and teaching techniques of horn player Vincent DeRosa, the world-renowned recording artist. DeRosa has had an astounding career that spans seven decades. He is undoubtedly the most recorded horn player ever, as well as one of the most respected. Click HERE to order!
The book is divided into four sections:

• A review of DeRosa’s personal life.
• DeRosa’s career (including a historical perspective of the
Los Angeles recording industry and his impact and
influence on it).
• A concise and direct description and analysis of his playing
and teaching methods including insights into both technique and musicianship.
• Appendices, exercises, and photographs

This book is the result of a number of years of research including over 60 interviews with DeRosa, his colleagues, and former students, as well as numerous print resources. It should provide invaluable information to all brass instrumentalists, not just horn players.

Carved in Stone is an extraordinary and well-deserved tribute to Vincent DeRosa and his contributions to the music world.

LOTS of new and used horns in!

Ken — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:22:19 +0000

I’ve just returned from the N.E. workshop in Delaware. It was quite a fun show with amazing talent everywhere!
This week I head off to Oklahoma, and next week to Mississippi! Along the way I’ve picked up a lot of other horns to sell, both new and used.
If you can’t make it to the shows try to come by and see them in April here.
New additions not yet posted include:
Karl Pituch’s Paxman Triple
Finke Americus
3 Elkhart 8D’s
Knopf double
and LOTS more. Remember, most of these horns sell without ever making it to the website – so if you want to find a particular make email your wishes to me and I’ll contact you when I receive one!

Marcus Bonna Cases!

Ken — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 14:15:41 +0000

They’ve begun arriving! I have ALL models coming, and some of them are already in stock. If you’re looking for a Marcus Bonna Case – get it HERE before the spring 2010 price increase. Don’t be tricked into getting cheap copies…

VIENNA HORNS NEW CD IS HERE!

Ken — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 13:44:31 +0000

The new Vienna Horns CD: “Director’s Cut” has just arrived! I have a limited number of these for sale.
If you’ve heard their other recordings you’ll know why this ensemble is one of the best in the world. They do amazing things – and they do them on Vienna Horns!
You’ll notice that I’m experiencing some updates to my website – and that many of the pictures of the items are missing – but they are here in the shop!

Tasteless but fun Gift… – Personalized Pope’s Piss valve oil

Ken — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:15:58 +0000

I know I’ll catch some flack for this one… but I am now offering my high quality Pope’s Piss valve oil in personalized bottles.
Just include a note with the order as to the name you’d like on the bottle… (Rather than Pope’s Piss – it would be Paul’s Piss.. or whatever name you choose).
It can be a first or last name, or even a pet nickname – you choose.
It’s the same price as my standard Pope’s Piss.
GREAT stocking stuffer, or simple gift!
Click HERE to order your own ‘Piss’

The Vienna Horns – new CD coming soon

Ken — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:58:07 +0000

The Vienna Horns will be releasing a new cd in a few days. I have a limited number of them arriving!
I’ll keep you posted the moment they are here, and will promptly post them on the website. I’ve been told that I’ll have the first shipment in the U.S.!

2010 Horn Conferences!

Ken — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:36:23 +0000

Here’s a list of some of the horn conferences coming up. (email me if you’d like yours listed).
Southeast Horn Workshop – March 26-28. University of Southern Mississippi
Northeast Horn Workshop March 12-14th University of Delaware
Trumpet and Brass Festival January 30-31 at West Chester University PA.
SouthWest Horn Convention! May 14th-16th
Northwest Horn Symposium April 23rd-25th
More to come!

Metropolitan Opera Brass SOLO CD!

Ken — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:36:05 +0000

The brass section from the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra has just released their first solo cd – with highlights of the Operatic Repetoire.
Quantities are limited!
Buy it HERE