Category: baby grand piano

Baldwin Pianos are Americas Favorite

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There are many piano manufacturers that produce high quality instruments the world over, but just what is it about Baldwin pianos that makes it an American favorite? It may have something to do with its roots. The Baldwin piano company began its operations in 1890, and produced its first piano, an upright model in 1891. … Continued

Baby Grand Piano- Will it Fit in My Room?

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I learned long ago that of the two types of piano – the Vertical and the Grand – the Grand is the superior model. For many piano-lovers and owners such as myself, however, the full-sized, concert Grand is well beyond my pay-grade. Because of its superior sound, it is fortunate that smaller models exist, with … Continued

Keyboards and Digital Pianos- What’s the Difference?

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Many people have asked me what about the differences between  keyboards and a digital pianos. Both styles offer convenience and portability that can’t be achieved with a traditional acoustic piano and cost considerably less. However, there are several unique qualities that separate the two.

Grand Piano Room Acoustics

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My favorite thing to do in the shower is sing opera.  Am I an opera singer?  No way!  But I sure sound amazing to myself when I sing an aria in that resonant, tile lined, porcelain floored, steamy, acoustic wonder. That being said, you’ll never catch me singing "Habanera" from Carmen in the middle of a football … Continued

Why Does A Piano Have To Be Tuned If We Are Not Playing It?

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The other day, a friend of mine said he missed his daughter’s  playing their lovely baby grand piano while she was away at college, but was glad he was saving money by not having to tune it.   Having too often seen the repair bills and serious damage of instruments that were not regularly tuned, I explained … Continued