WELCOME TO SWEENEYBRASS
Thanks for the busy summer everyone! Glad we were able to help so many musicians get back at it with clean and refreshed instruments. Best of luck to all in this new season and school year!
I’m going to take a little break now and try to catch up on some of my long standing projects so I won’t be taking on any new work for the time being. If you have a project at my shop and it’s been a while…it’s all coming together soon!
Thanks for your patience as I work through all of the awesome projects I have on my plate and thanks again for the support over the summer.
I am grateful for your trust and support for my small workshop - I look forward to working with all of you !
got a quick fix?
You need a water key cork replaced?
Just a small repair to get you back up and playing?
YES, we’ll still have open shop hours on Saturdays from 10-4pm.
Repairs will be done on a first come first serve basis and I'll do my best to have repairs done the same day to keep you going!
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SweeneyBrass is a musical instrument repair shop located in Raleigh, NC, specializing in the care and craft of brass instruments.
Offering a multitude of services including repair, customization, fabrication, and education, musicians of all levels are welcome.
SweeneyBrass is committed to providing quality craftsmanship and unparalleled attention to each musician's needs.
SweeneyBrass also sells a variety of maintenance products including valve and rotor oils, slide lube, and cleaning brushes.
Phone
(984) 275 - 5633
Texting is preferred and will be answered quicker
Location
1520 Brookside Drive
Unit 1
Raleigh, NC 27604
HOURS
ALL WORK BY APPOINTMENT ONLY PLEASE
APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE THURSDAYS + FRIDAYS
EXCEPT
WALK-INS
SAT 10AM-4PM
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CLOSED
SUNDAYS THROUGH WEDNESDAY
REPAIR SERVICES
SweeneyBrass offers a wide variety of repair services and is able to handle any job from the smallest adjustment to a full restoration.
Ultrasonic cleanings
Dent Removal
Lacquer stripping
Slide alignments and reconstruction
Instrument customization
Parts fabrication
Hand crafted instruments
Full refurbish/Overhauls
“Whether you are looking for a water key adjustment or a custom rebuild to your horn, SweeneyBrass does it all. Scott is a meticulous craftsman and will make sure the job is done right. ”
“Scott is the real deal! I’m proud to have several Sweeney horns in my collection. Thank god for UPS because he can still keep me in business. ”
“Scott is an impeccable craftsman and an incredible musician. He has such a thorough attention to detail; his passion is plain to see....He walked me through the work he would be doing and even showed me around his workshop. I brought him two horns for a routine cleaning and he absolutely went above and beyond.”
“Scott I want to publicly thank you for the wonders you have done on my horn. You have made me feel like a truly valued customer and friend! Not only did you fix my horn but you fixed the deepest part of who I am! I’m reminded of why I fell in love with the trumpet all over again because of what you were able to do with my horn! ”
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About
SWEENEYBRASS is the workshop and repair facility run by Scott Sweeney, musician and maker who grew up here in Cary, NC.
Scott attended Dillard Drive Middle School, Athens Drive High School, and the North Carolina School of the Arts before moving to NYC to get a degree in bass trombone performance from the Manhattan School of Music. While there he was active as a musician with various groups - from rock bands to Broadway and Oompah bands to orchestras - there was never a shortage of performing.
As a repairman, Scott worked in one of NYC's busiest shops and was lucky enough to be called upon by some of the greatest musicians the city had to offer. After nearly a decade, Scott has returned home and brought his workshop and craft with him.
In addition to running the workshop, Scott has enjoyed performing with local groups like the North Carolina Symphony, the Durham Symphony Orchestra, the Raleigh Civic Symphony, the Triangle British Brass Band, and the Triangle Wind Ensemble.
Scott has served as a guest lecturer at numerous universities and high schools throughout the Triangle. He has taught masterclasses on instrument repair, maintenance and low brass performance. He is available for future group/or class engagements - please email ops@sweeneybrass.com for details.
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SHOP POLICIES
A FEW THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND…
Pricing estimates are subject to change depending on unforeseen necessary repairs. If the final cost will exceed $75 of original estimate, SweeneyBrass will notify the customer prior to completion of the work.
Instruments not picked up within 30 days of completion will be subject to a $40 storage fee recurring for each 30 days the horn is left unclaimed. After 90 days, instruments are considered abandoned and property of SweeneyBrass LLC and may be sold to recover lost wages.
Payment for repairs is due in full before items may be removed from shop property.
We are glad to accept payment in the forms of cash, check, credit, debit, Venmo, and Paypal.
Card payments will incur a 3% fee to cover costs of processing.
We charge a flat rate $10 materials fee per horn to help offset the rising costs of supplies.
We do everything in our power to maintain the integrity of your instrument's applied finish. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee existing lacquer, silver plate, gold plate, or other finishes as they may be compromised and become altered in the cleaning and repair process.
Repairs performed in our workshop carry a 60-day warranty against defective or faulty workmanship.
Thank you so much for supporting our small business.
THE WAITLIST
YES, we really are that busy.
We are glad to be able to help so many with their horn repairs and custom creations.
Requests will be reviewed and we will get back to you!