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Located in the charming and increasingly hipster Cherokee-Lemp historic district of St. Louis, Missouri, Saxquest is a woodwind pro-shop specializing in both vintage and new professional model saxophones and clarinets. The family run business has over 25 years of experience dealing in instruments and feels right at home on a street teaming with antique shops, great dive-y ethnic restaurants, and a local brew pub.

Saxquest's full-service repair shop has garnered national attention and can perform complete mechanical restorations, catering specifically to musicians who demand top-professional level work. In addition to local repairs, Saxquest commissions repair work from many of the most discriminating professional players all over the country. Attention is always given toward maintaining the historical integrity of vintage instruments, and every customer's horn is given equal care and attention.

Mark Overton started Saxquest in 2000 with a vision of creating a mecca for saxophone players to find great equipment, share knowledge, learn about their instruments, and engage in safe honest transactions with a knowledgeable sales staff in both a brick and mortar retail store and over the internet. This vision has led to the creation of two ventures, a retail storefront-repair shop at saxquest.com and a social media website for saxophone players at saxophone.org.

Mark Overton has been active in the St. Louis music scene since 1993 and founded Code Blue, a Jazz Messengers style sextet and the Saxquest 9-piece Jazz Orchestra. In addition to performing with many jazz groups, other saxophone performances have included appearances with the St. Louis Philharmonic Orchestra, St. Louis Youth Symphony, Washington University Wind Ensemble, St. Louis Wind Symphony, University City Orchestra, and the Metropolitan Saxophone Quartet. Mark has served as a jazz clinician and guest artist for many local and out of state high schools and colleges. Mark received undergraduate degrees from the University of Northern Iowa in 1993 and completed his PhD in Molecular Cell Biology at Washington University in St. Louis in 2000 where he was also director for five years of the Washington University affiliated big band, The Hot Docs. Mark has also worked as an official music instrument appraiser for Antique Roadshow/Trash for Treasure events.

Saxquest is a top-notch shop for both professional musicians and hobbyists to find high-quality instruments and repair services. With their national reputation for top-quality repair work and their knowledgeable staff, Saxquest should be on the list of any musician looking for a reliable and trustworthy source for their woodwind instrument needs.

Gift Ideas for Saxquest

Whether you're shopping for a professional musician or a beginner, Saxquest has a variety of gifts that will delight any woodwind enthusiast. From vintage and new professional model saxophones to clarinets, to sheet music and accessories, you're sure to find something that will be music to your recipient's ears.

For the musician who loves the classics, a vintage saxophone or clarinet is the perfect gift. Saxquest has an impressive collection of vintage instruments, including some that were made over 100 years ago. These beautiful and unique instruments not only make great conversation pieces, they also provide an unparalleled sound quality that is hard to find in modern-day instruments.

For the beginner, a new saxophone or clarinet is sure to get them off to a great start. Saxquest carries a wide range of new instruments that are perfect for students just starting out. Plus, their knowledgeable staff can help guide you in choosing the right instrument for your recipient's needs.

Sheet music is another great gift idea for the musician in your life. Saxquest has an extensive selection of sheet music for all levels, ranging from classical to jazz to popular music. Surprise your loved one with a new piece of music that they can enjoy practicing and performing.

Finally, don't forget about accessories! Saxquest has a great selection of reeds, mouthpieces, ligatures, and other accessories that will help your recipient get the most out of their instrument. These small but essential items can make a big difference in a musician's sound and performance.

In short, whether you're shopping for a seasoned professional or a beginner, Saxquest has the perfect gift that will make any woodwind enthusiast's heart sing.

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