Do Pianos Get Better with Age?

Do Pianos Get Better with Age?

Well, they don’t age like wine… but – now that I think about it – that may be a good analogy.  To correctly age wine, you need to keep it between 50 and 60 degrees and at about 60 percent humidity. You need to store it on its side. You need to keep the bottles...
The Truth About Boston and Essex Pianos

The Truth About Boston and Essex Pianos

As one of the most – if not the most – expensive pianos made in America today (with uprights starting over $50,000 and baby grands starting at $87,000), Steinway & Sons pianos are simply not accessible to a majority of piano buyers.  Making matters worse for...
The Truth About Shopping By Price

The Truth About Shopping By Price

You’re not alone.  Who doesn’t want a great price on the piano of their dreams?  …but – what some folks forget – is that “best piano” and “best price” might mean different things to different people.  The first step in finding a piano is establishing exactly what...
How Much Do Free Pianos Cost?

How Much Do Free Pianos Cost?

The title question may seem like a dumb one, but – in my experience – it’s one of the most  important questions a potential piano owner can ask.  I get a lot of calls from people who either just obtained a free or “giveaway” piano or about to get...
The Truth About Piano Reviews

The Truth About Piano Reviews

If you’re like most people these days, you like to do a little online research before physically going out to shop for a piano. It just makes sense with all the information at your fingertips.  Why not do what you always do when you want to buy something nice...
How to Get New Music Equipment for Your School

How to Get New Music Equipment for Your School

Teaching music can be a very challenging – yet gratifying – career.  Nothing gives music teachers more satisfaction than seeing their students become passionate, life-long music learners. One aspect of teaching that is often less pleasant for music teachers, however,...