flute service in San Francisco

SamanthaB · Post by **SamanthaB** » Sat Jul 22, 2006 1:13 pm

Hi!
I just moved to San Francisco a few weeks ago. Does anyone on this board know where I could get my flute serviced in the SF or Oakland area?
It's time to get my flute cleaned and I don't know where to go. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks!
-Samantha

flutepicc06 · Post by **flutepicc06** » Sat Jul 22, 2006 1:31 pm

I can't help you as far north of that, but I live in southern California and send my flutes to Paul Rabinov, who does absolutely top notch work. In fact, he is highly regarded by professional flutists and flutemakers alike. If you are willing to ship your flutes to him (which he is used to....He gets instruments from all over the country), I'm sure you will be extremely satisfied by his work. As long as you call ahead to be sure he has time to do the work, the turnaround is generally extremely fast as well. You can call him at (818) 249-1659 or e-mail him at rabinov@earthlink.net I hope that helps!