The Incredible Story of Yamaha

The Incredible Story of Yamaha

Today, the word “Yamaha” is a household name around the World.  The largest musical instrument company on the planet, Yamaha instruments now account for 25% of the world’s music-making tools.  That’s right.  One in every four musical instruments on Earth is made by...
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...
Are Pianos Still Popular?

Are Pianos Still Popular?

When the piano was first invented in the early 1700s, it was so expensive that only a select few could afford to own one.  That – plus competition from the more established harpsichord – limited the early piano’s growth.  Interestingly enough, it was be Johann...
The Truth About School Studio Pianos

The Truth About School Studio Pianos

If you grew up the way I did, you probably heard someone in your household overuse the whole “right tool for the right job” cliché.  Then – to your horror – you found yourself saying the same thing over the years.  We’ve all been there.  The fact is that there...
What Are Hybrid Pianos?

What Are Hybrid Pianos?

Broadly speaking, “hybrid pianos” are keyboard instruments made from a combination of electronic parts taken from digital pianos and mechanical parts taken from traditional acoustic pianos.  The resulting instruments deliver the convenience and excitement of modern...