Many of us remember seeing them in old Western movies or classic cartoons: a piano that could play itself. Once using metal barrels or rolls of paper inscribed with songs for the instrument to "read," player pianos enjoyed tremendous popularity over a century ago. In the modern day, they have experienced something of a resurgence, … Continued
Among many piano owners, the common wisdom holds that grand pianos are ideal, and an upright piano is a concession to necessity rather than a preferred choice. This way of thinking neglects the unique virtues of upright pianos that make some music lovers actively seek them out for their homes. When you look at an … Continued
Whether you’re making a piano purchase for the first time or have plenty of experience with selecting instruments, there are a few important considerations that any acoustic digital piano buyer should keep in mind. Most piano sellers are helpful and honest people with a passion for the instrument, but when buying any expensive item like … Continued
It can be hard to know where to buy a piano from. Unless you are a piano technician, the nuances of purchasing a piano can be overwhelming- Do you want new or used? Grand, Upright, or Digital Piano? How often should you tune and by whom? Where should you keep your piano? If you are … Continued
I have been interested in buying a piano for awhile and thought i should go to the store and check out all of the choices available. I heard many things about Yamaha pianos and decided to give it a try. They have been around since the 18th century and new that had built a great … Continued
If you are like most people, your typical shopping list for the weekend probably includes eggs, detergent, maybe some new toner cartridges for the printer, perhaps a roll of paper towels, and so on. It probably does not feature baby grand piano or a an electric organ, right? Well, that’s as it should be — … Continued
The piano is a big, amazing piece of functional furniture in your home. It can seem indestructible, but if not taken care of properly it can become out of tune and no longer work properly. Taking steps to care for the piano before problems rise will lead to piano music, perfectly in tune, flowing throughout … Continued
When you choose to purchase a piano whether it’s for you child who is beginning piano lessons or a member of the family that is a seasoned piano player, you’ll enjoy your purchasing experience better if you have an understanding of piano pricing. Piano prices are about the same as the pricing on any other … Continued