A wealth of scientific research over the last decade is proving that music education is a powerful tool for attaining children’s full intellectual, social, and creative potential. It speeds the development of speech and reading skills It … [Read more...] about Music Education and its Positive Effects on the Brain
Piano Tuning: How Often?
As a local Collingwood-based Piano Tuner, Piano Teacher and Jazz Pianist/Performer, I often get asked “Rob, How often should I get my piano tuned and when?” The answer is that it depends on your needs! Why does a piano go out of tune? Our extreme … [Read more...] about Piano Tuning: How Often?
Tuning and Taking Care of Your Piano
Music enriches the lives of young students and is relaxing and creative for older students. The piano is a wonderful musical instrument to study. I have piano students of all ages at present. Your piano can bring you many years of enjoyment with … [Read more...] about Tuning and Taking Care of Your Piano
Our Climate is Hard on our Pianos
Extreme climate swings can damage your piano Exposing your piano to extreme climate swings can cause damage by shrinking and swelling your piano's wood. This includes your soundboard, bridge, pin block, keys and hammers. In addition, dryness in the … [Read more...] about Our Climate is Hard on our Pianos