John Symer needs no introduction! To those who might not know him, he is, hands down, one of the finest technicians in the world and, also, a first rate oboist. This makes him unequalled in the depth and skill needed for repairing and maintaining these finicky instruments!Another of Johns gifts is in being a talented artist and one who has painted numerous portraits of prominent musicians. John takes the angst out of cracking by applying his artistic integrity to the repair and cosmetic appearance to the dreaded cracks we all experience.Proud to call this man our technician and dear friend for over thirty years!

This is the best oboe repairman in the world!! You would not be dissapointed!

During my oboe playing days, I was fortunate to have Jon Symer and Paul Laubin work on my oboes. Paul felt that Jon was the only repair person that could be trusted to work on his oboes at that time. Hes that good!

Friendly and knowledgable, he shares what he knows. Not only do i get the best service to my equipment, I always learn so much when I bring my oboe and gougers to him!

A national treasure. If you know, you know.

John Symer will fix your instruments in record time, whilst debating music or philosophy with you. You can take the airport SEPTA line to center city, then PATCO to Collingswood for about $7.