by James Harding | May 8, 2019 |
One of the most common questions we get from our clients is how many keys a piano has. …and, though most of today’s pianos have 88 keys (52 white keys and 36 black keys), it wasn’t always this way. The first pianos had 49 keys or 4...
by James Harding | Mar 27, 2019 |
Research shows us time and again that piano lessons make kids healthier, happier and smarter. Yet, schools all across the United States continue to cut funding for vital music programs. It has never been more critical for local music stores and piano teachers to work...
by James Harding | Dec 28, 2018 |
More than 80% of all pianos sold today plug in. Does that surprise you? It’s true, but it may not mean what you think. Most people think of pianos as either “traditional acoustic” instruments (which generate sound mechanically with hammers striking...
by James Harding | Dec 6, 2018 |
Digital pianos are outselling acoustic pianos by a staggering ratio of 6 to 1 today. …and – on one hand – that’s not terribly surprising giving the lower costs and extra learning tools associated with digital instruments. Unfortunately, a closer look at these...
by James Harding | Dec 3, 2018 |
I remember searching for a new mattress. I was looking for an upgrade from my old bed and I had even taken the time to write down the brand and model number of a hotel bed that I found particularly comfortable. In short, I assumed – thanks to my advanced preparation...
