Dani asked:


I really want to learn. I’m into music and learning new things and since I’m into music and learning I decided I want to play piano or either guitar but piano is better (in my opion)
So Yeah, how much would they cost for private lessons???
I don’t have a piano so… I can’t take online lessons but I’d get one later on.

Marquez Glass

.vato. asked:


We recently got a much bigger set of living room furniture. We have a lot of guest so seating was a must. The main problem with that is there is no more room for our upright piano anymore. It’s a nice antique piece that my husband loves so I would really like to put it in one of our more public rooms. The only other place I can think of is in the dining room. Is that weird to have a piano in a casual dining area? I would really like to keep it casual but worry that it’ll look out of place. Any ideas on how to keep it casual yet incorporate the piano. Thanks!
My husband plays the piano and I can play a little. We have owned it for a while now and it’s really special to my husband as it’s been passed down for generations. At first I thought about selling it but it really is nice.

Jaheim Cooke

Katie R asked:


I would like to purchase an electric piano. I’ve played piano since I was in first grade and would love to buy a real piano…but it wouldn’t work too well in my apartment. I want an electric piano that really sounds and feels like a real piano when I play it. Any suggestions for good brands/models of electric pianos?

Mariano Preston

Saeigara asked:


I’ve been playing since i was 14, but practicing is starting to feel useless. I’m in the Jazz Band and all I do is play chords.

So what I know. I know how to read music, play scales and identify chords. I still need help understanding them though. I play a lot of songs and I never get better. I don’t really understand theory and I can sight read.

So if you got tips other than practicing, getting a teacher, or reading a book, please tell me so I can finally be called an accomplish pianist!

Asher Rutledge

piano restoration asked:


Piano restoration is a tedious task. The mechanics of a piano is very complex and restoring it makes it difficult and time consuming. The process of refinishing the exterior wood, restoring interior, and tuning the keys, all together take hundreds of hours to accomplish. However, the grandeur of a piano is kept and even enhanced through piano restoration.

Some people treat their pianos as treasures. Each unit is uniquely different from the other. The wood materials, plates, strings, pins, soundboards and dampers are made one of a kind for each instrument. A lot of piano owners see pianos as investments, not just financially but also as an emotional investment for its sentimental value that is earned over the years.

This is why the meticulous task of Piano restoration is often times preferable than to buying a new one. The cost that is spent on piano restoration is oftentimes just a fraction of the cost of purchasing a new unit. The benefits of piano restoration include preserving the valuable parts of the piano. For example, the antiquity of the piano’s case may be unavailable in today’s market. Piano restoration provides the option to keep the original case as it is a common knowledge that the quality of materials used in most old pianos are far more superior to that of today

It is, however, important to note that pianos may not be worth restoring if the harp is cracked or the cabinetry is in really bad shape. It is also noteworthy that the most beneficial candidates for piano restorations are those that come from pre war era. These instruments are considered as heirlooms and are best kept instead of replaced.

Restoring the exterior wood to the original look of a pre-war era piano, however, is a very difficult task. It is important to use the perfect matching materials because many lacquers and paints may create imperfections such as unmatched patterns from the original wood.

Restoration of the interior of a piano improves sound quality for pianos that have lost proper tone from years of use and non-use. New strings and hammers are repaired and are replaced. The sound quality must be improved as this is the most valuable result of piano restoration.

Piano restoration also often requires the replacement of hammer shanks and flanges, whippens, damper heads, springs, screws, the damper lift rod, hammer rail cloth, screw punching, and hammer butt springs.

Regulation of the piano ensures the very best tone for your piano. The piano is repeatedly tuned by adding high tension to the point that concert pitch is achieved. This process also includes refining the damper regulation. Note that the new strings always stretch. it should be tuned and re-tuned during this initial phase of stretching because this will help the piano stay in tune longer once the piano restoration process is complete.



Taylor Doyle

JM T asked:


I have this project in school wherein I have to make my own keyboard using an illustration board. We also have to get the exact size of the keys of an original piano (not electrical). By the way, I am only looking for the size of the keys of an original piano (normal piano) not those “grand” pianos or something. Please reply A.S.A.P!

Mike Irwin

Jonathan Meager asked:


Digital pianos are a very similar playing experience to an acoustic piano. Although a digital piano uses digitally recorded, or sampled, sounds, rather than a combination of hammers and strings, it can still offer a highly realistic playing feel.

The main component of a digital piano is a keyboard with a weighted key action that contains sensors that detect the velocity with which you hit the keys. When you strike piano keys, the loudness of the sound produced is effected by how hard you hit the keys. As the piano is based on samples, a wider range of sounds, such as organs and harpsichords, can be realistically recreated within the piano.

What are the benefits of a digital piano?

Digital Pianos are greater value than an acoustic piano with prices starting from £315 for a PDP220 Digital Piano by Gear4music, with professional quality pianos costing well into the thousands. Roland produce a range of advanced digital pianos including the RG-3 Digital Grand Piano with Moving Keys at £8919.

Digital pianos are portable. A typical digital piano weighs approximately 50 kilos, whereas an acoustic piano will weigh around 200 kilos. It is possible to disassemble some of the main parts of a digital piano (for example the stand) in order that it may fit in a car more easily. Tuning is not a problem with a digital piano as it is based around playback of recorded samples. An acoustic piano usually needs tuning once or twice a year. The vast majority of digital pianos have a headphone output, meaning that a digital piano can be played at any volume, at any time without any noise, other than the low level pressing of keys, being produced. This is ideal for home practice environments. Many digital pianos feature Musical Instrument Digital Interfaces. MIDI allows the piano to interface with another electronic musical device, such as computer software or a synthesizer, to expand the realms of what your piano can do. At the press of a button the sound of the piano can be changed dramatically. Restricted only by the samples within your piano, you can select the sound that you are playing. The range and quality of these sounds increases alongside the price of the piano. With specific audio outputs, digital pianos can be recorded or modulated with effects very easily, without the need for microphones that is had with acoustic pianos.



Features to consider

It is important to consider carefully what your needs are before buying a digital piano. Below is a checklist of things to watch out for when shopping for a digital piano.

A digital piano with a fully weighted and graded action will have the most realistic piano feel when played. . The polyphony of notes may be important if you intend on taking your playing seriously. Check that the number of notes that can be heard at once is enough to meet your needs. If you sustain multiple notes or playing larger chords, twelve to sixteen note polyphony will not be enough. A digital piano should be designed ergonomically to the player’s needs. As a result the control panel should be straightforward and easy to understand. Importantly, the controls should not interfere with the playing of the piano. Some people may have very specific ‘extra’ features they need on their digital piano. For example, it may be considered necessary to have a built in cover for the keys. SImilarly, check what onboard effects are available, and whether these are what you need. Many pianos com with various levels of reverb available. For those who want a realistic piano playing experience, check whether the piano includes pedals and if so, that they meet your requirements. The power of the amplifier or speaker dictates the volume of the piano. Although you may not turn the piano up to full, the extra power of the speaker can make the sound more balanced overall.

Other things to think about

Using your digital piano for practice in the home makes it worth investing in headphones. Also consider where you will use the piano, and check if it comes with a stool.



Karla Garner

kitty b asked:


I really like my piano and want to take it when I move from west to east cost in US. I am planning to hire prefessional relocation company to move all my house stuff together with my piano. I plan about $1000 budge for the piano move.

However, my friend just told me the piano will be damaged because of the shaking and bumping of truck during moving. So my piano will not work as well as now after moves. Is this true? I do not want to “kill” my piano…

Suppose the piano will not be damaged…Any idea about whether $1000 is enough for moving a vertical piano? Can I use general relocation company, or I have to ask for a special piano mover company?

Thanks!

Hailey Reyes

dmkgfba31 asked:


I’ve never had lessons, but I can play beacause I can read music, so I incorporated that into the piano. However, my skills are limited. To be really good, do I need lessons or could I just use piano books that teach you.

Mark Knox

AOXDMC asked:


How much can it cost to replace all old piano strings on a baby grand piano? I would like to know the bottom as well as the top prices. And is it possible to buy a universal pack of strings?. If so pleas provide me with a reverence link if possible.

India Pierce