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Post 45: Young Harris Clarinet Summit, April 1 2017

Here at Onks Woodwind Specialists, we love educating our clients about instrument maintenance just as much as serving them through instrument repair.  We feel if we can help our clients extend the life of their instruments through general knowledge of handling and maintenance, our clients will be equally happy with their instruments over time, not […]

Post 44: Overnight Success

After visiting the Laubin oboe shop in Peekskill NY, Jason is yet again reminded that success is not gained “overnight.”  In our fast-paced world, we often forget that work which is important, work that matters, is work that is done day in and day out without fanfare.  If you are looking for greatness or public […]

Post 41: Meeting Tom Hiniker

Onks Woodwind went on the road.  Jason and Keith took an educational trip to Rochester, Minnesota where the famous Tom Hiniker lives and works.  Tom not only can repair an oboe, but is mainly known for the oboes that he builds.  Yes, Tom Hiniker builds oboes!  He is one of a small handful of people […]