WElcome to sweeneybrass
Hi - thanks for stopping by!
We are almost done moving to our new shop in boylan heights, near downtown Raleigh.
The workshop is open by appointment only.
For scheduling, please fill out the work request form →
I’ll review each submission and get in touch with the next available appointment window.
Once your appointment is confirmed you’ll receive studio address along with arrival and parking instructions.
Incoming repairs will be dropped off and ready the same week in most cases.
For more complex work (restorations, rotor installations, custom horns, etc) I’ll reach out to consult further prior to booking.
Thanks to everyone who has reached out during our transition - we are looking forward to seeing you in our new space!
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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
Call or Text
scott@sweeneybrass.com
I personally attend to each message. Responses are typically a few business days and may be longer depending on shop workload and home life.
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! ”
GALLERIES
BEFORE & AFTER
DENT REMOVAL
REPAIRS AND RESTORATIONS
FLUGABONES
TROMBONE MODIFICATIONS
CUSTOM COMPONENTS
FINISH OPTIONS
SHOP VISITORS AND FRIENDS
ASSORTED
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.
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.
WORK REQUEST
We are glad to be able to help so many with their horn repairs and custom creations.
Please use this form to reach out with inquiries for repairs, custom work, or modifications.
Requests will be reviewed and we will reach out to get you scheduled.
I take on a limited number of projects at one time. Each project is scheduled individually based on scope, fit, and availability.