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Services
provided To both the general public and
professional artist -
At the
Royal Northern College of Music
39
years (full time) of experience providing piano tuning and technical support
for domestic customers and venues, and working with notable professional
artists to provide musically appealing and stable instruments. Regular
customers enjoy their instrument to the fullest as their pianos perform
optimally - thus enabling the musician to enjoy the full potential of their
instrument.
Voicing Manipulation
of the sound by various techniques to give an even and more pleasing tone
throughout. The tone of a specific piano can often be modified to meet
customer preferences but specific areas of the keyboard span that have
changed with extended use can be matched in to the piano tone as a
whole.
Piano
regulation & repair Dramatic
improvements to the playability of a piano can
be achieved by regulation and adjustment to the piano keyboard and action.
Even a relatively new piano is often able to be hugely improved by regulation
to produce a more responsive touch. Irregularities with the adjustment of
individual keys translates into a less predictable and controllable feel,
which can in turn diminish the potential for musical accomplishment. Regular
servicing is essential in order to produce the best results.
Piano
reconditioning Older
pianos can often benefit from a partial or complete action rebuild. As a
piano is used certain components wear out, which degrades the way the piano
action performs. Often wear is more pronounced around the centre section of
the keyboard which is typically more well used. Additionally
damage by moth or atmospheric conditions can damage intricate parts of the
piano action mechanism. Reconditioning works can attract a relatively high
cost but can also enable instruments with historic, visual or sentimental
value to continue to produce an enjoyable and musical experience.
Concert
preparation work Reliable
and experienced concert technicians are an indispensable part of the support
team essential for successful concerts and live events. Not all piano tuners
are able, willing or have the technical skills necessary to undertake piano
work at this highest level. This is an essential service for promoters of
concerts wherever pianos take centre stage.
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