Doug Stephens – Owner / Lead Repair Tech

As a graduate of the internship program at Badger State Repair, I am excited to offer affordable, quality instrument options to area musicians, regardless of ability or discipline. Being a Penn State graduate (B.S. Music Education and M.M. Wind Conducting), the former Director of Bands for Hollidaysburg Area High School, and the current Director of the Hollidaysburg Community Band, I also have a keen sense of appreciation for the importance of a properly functioning instrument.

I am extremely fortunate…combining my passion for the performing arts with the skillful use of tools, I am able to bring a much-needed service to our region and help other area musicians continue to perform. I thank God daily for my wife, Lori, and our four children, Jacob, Marian, Ruth & Simon, all of whom share in the continued success of BANDMAN. We are always happy to chat with our customers, so please feel free to call or stop in, and ask about repair work, buying an instrument or accessory, or participating in our rental program.

Aaron Kenawell – Sales Associate / Repair Tech

Aaron is an Altoona native, with a music education degree from Slippery Rock University, and has been a member of the BANDMAN team since 2018. His passion for quality repairs & effective service has a positive impact on customers on a daily basis. Whatever you need, Aaron can help make it happen!

Ken Oyler – Electronics Repair Tech

Ken is an Altoona native with over forty years of experience in electronics repair. “KO” is skilled at diagnosing and repairing everything electronic—amps, mixers, microphones, stereo components, keyboards, organs—you name it. If it runs on electricity, he can fix it!

Karl Polka – Sales Associate / Repair Tech

Karl recently relocated to the Altoona area, and has been a member of the BANDMAN team since 2022. His passion for quality repairs & effective service has a positive impact on customers on a daily basis. Whatever you need, Karl can help make it happen!