{"title":"Bob Reeves","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eOur Story\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"fws_6a9ac90d656c2\" class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row inner_row standard_section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row-bg-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row-bg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row_col_wrap_12_inner col span_12  left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_col-sm-2 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col child_column padding-2-percent inherit_tablet inherit_phone instance-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_column-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column-bg-overlay-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column-bg-overlay\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_col-sm-8 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col child_column padding-2-percent inherit_tablet inherit_phone instance-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"vc_column-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column-bg-overlay-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column-bg-overlay\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1964, a dedicated young man named Bob Reeves set out on a remarkable journey in Glendale, California. Under the guidance of his trumpet teacher, John Clyman, Bob began crafting mouthpieces in the back of his mother’s garage using a gifted lathe. Trained as a machinist and toolmaker in the U.S. Navy, Bob had apprenticed in trumpet making at the Benge Company and learned mouthpiece making from the skilled Carroll Purviance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Bob quickly mastered the machining side of mouthpiece creation, he soon realized he lacked the knowledge to address the diverse challenges faced by the musicians who visited the shop. This realization ignited a drive to deepen his expertise in acoustics, machining technology, and hands-on research with musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour years later, in 1968, Bob officially founded Bob Reeves Brass. Since then, Bob and his talented team have dedicated themselves to serving the international brass community. Through expert consultations, skillfully crafted mouthpieces, precise valve alignments, and custom work, Bob Reeves Brass has made a lasting impact on musicians worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider-wrap\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bob-reeves-leadpipe-swab","title":"Bob Reeves Leadpipe Swab","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe swab is a synthetic material attached to the end of a nylon cord that has been weighted on the other end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat it does:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt removes saliva and food particles left in the leadpipe after playing. Using the swab daily will help preserve the trumpet and keep it playing consistent day to day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny saliva or food particles in the horn will alter the shape of the air column, thus affecting sound, intonation and back pressure. If left in place, these food particles will continue to absorb the acids in saliva and de-zincify the brass. This causes a cavity to form in the brass, often presenting itself as what appears to be pitting or bad plating on the exterior of the horn. Using the swab after every playing session will prevent this from occurring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Louis Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44445640753222,"sku":"Leadpipe Swab","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/9991\/0470\/files\/BobReevesLeadpipeSwab.webp?v=1768231076"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/9991\/0470\/collections\/images_1.png?v=1788528957","url":"https:\/\/shop.rzayasmusic.com\/collections\/bob-reeves.oembed","provider":"R Zayas Music Online Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}