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Pianolas: what they are and how they differ to the ‘reproducing piano’
All you need to know about the pianola, which was hugely popular in the early 20th century By BBC Music Magazine Published: September 2, 2022 at 9:00 am What is a pianola? ‘Pianola’ was the registered trade-name for the ‘player pianos’ made by the New York-based Aeolian Company. It became, albeit incorrectly, the generic term…
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Two cellos
To get a little insight of what Ilja Grawert Violin Maker has been working on in his North Queensland workshop in the last few months, visit the current projects page and see some of the steps in the building of two studio cellos, a 7/8 & 4/4 size and a 15 ½” viola. They will…
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145 year old Pleyel piano restored by craftsman Albert Fox
A 145-year-old Pleyel piano has been brought back to life by one of the last surviving piano makers and restorers in a lost generation of craftsmen. Read more at: Famous 145yo Pleyel piano restored, illuminating lost craft of piano making – ABC News
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Kawai piano warranty registration
Why should you register? If you have just purchased a new Kawai upright or grand piano, it is necessary to send your details to Kawai office so that they have a record of your purchase in case of any problems that occur. You can register your new Kawai piano for warranty cover below, or at https://kawai.com.au/owners/register/…
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What Buyers of Performance-Quality Pianos Should Know
Sally Phillips gives three case studies illustrating the need for all pianos to be given careful regulation and voicing: https://www.pianobuyer.com/article/regulation-voicing/ Many pianists believe a piano’s action or tone can’t be changed, or that the performance quality of a piano or action is determined solely by its brand. Sally Phillips Without this preparation, even the finest…