Hey Jim...I want a really expensive, unusual piano...what should I get?
If you have more money than you know what to do with, and you just love anything Disney, head on over to Steinway and ask about their new...
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clesiemo
Nov 15, 20231 min read
Hey Jim...Why do you tune pianos?
That's a good question...many reasons. 1) Gets me out of the house...and out of my wife's hair. 2) Make a little money so I can buy...
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clesiemo
Nov 9, 20232 min read
Hey Jim...Why so sad?
It is always difficult to tell a piano owner that their piano has seen better days. Went out to Dutzow by Washington, MO to assess a...
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clesiemo
Nov 4, 20231 min read
Hey Jim...What did you do yesterday?
Started off tuning a 2012 Knabe...which was made by Samick in Indonesia. Beautiful piano with tight pins which makes it a dream to tune....
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clesiemo
Oct 22, 20231 min read
Hey Jim...what did you fix this week?
A sticky Whippen Jack...and you say what is that? A concert grand piano has over 10,000 parts. It is a complicated machine. The jack...
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clesiemo
Oct 16, 20231 min read
Hey Jim...what did you tune today?
Beautiful 1949 Steinway Upright piano. 74 years old and sounds great! The tuning pins were pretty tight, which means it will hold the...
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clesiemo
Oct 10, 20231 min read
Hey Jim...How do they make a piano?
Great question! If you are bored and need to go down a rabbit hole, this video is for you. Steinway makes some of the best pianos in...
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clesiemo
Sep 27, 20232 min read
How old is my piano? And where was it made?
Determining the age of a piano can be an interesting and valuable piece of information, as it can affect its value and historical...
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clesiemo
Sep 21, 20232 min read
The Harpsichord
I had the chance to learn about Harpsichords and how they are maintained and tuned at Wash U recently. Beautiful instrument! Here's how...
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clesiemo
Aug 31, 20231 min read
Piano Demolition
Not every piano needs to be tuned. Sometimes they just need to be put out of their misery. Took apart a 1955 Wurlitzer spinet yesterday...
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clesiemo
Aug 17, 20231 min read
Fujan Piano Hammers
Having the right tools makes every job easier. Bought a new carbon fiber piano hammer. A very expensive piano hammer, but it proved...
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clesiemo
Jul 27, 20232 min read
Hey Jim...Where should I put my piano in a room to optimize the sound?
The optimal placement of a piano in a room depends on various factors, including the size and acoustics of the room, the type of piano,...
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clesiemo
Jul 14, 20232 min read
Hey Jim...Do I need to tune my piano even if nobody plays it?
When a piano sits for years without tuning, the strings loosen up and adjust to a new normal. When a piano is tuned after many years...
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clesiemo
Jul 1, 20233 min read
Hey Jim...What should I look for when buying a piano?
Buying a great piano can be a major investment...or you can get a good piano for the cost of moving and tuning it. Look on Facebook...
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clesiemo
Jun 22, 20232 min read
Hey Jim...
Where should I put my piano in a room? When placing a piano in a room, several factors should be considered to achieve the best sound:...
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clesiemo
Jun 15, 20232 min read
Best Pianos
Hey Jim...who makes the best pianos in the world? Let's see what ChatGPT says: The question of who makes the best pianos in the world is...
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clesiemo
Jun 12, 20232 min read
Piano Keyboard
Hey Jim...what is going on with all those keys and the letters and sharps and flats? The piano keyboard is the heart of the instrument, a...
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clesiemo
Jun 6, 20231 min read
Hey Jim...What did you tune today?
Two extremes...a 1914 Kroeger Upright and a 1997 Kawai RX-1 Grand Piano. Both very interesting pianos. The Kroeger is 109 years old....
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clesiemo
Jun 1, 20231 min read
Hey Jim...why are there black keys and white keys on a piano?
The black keys and white keys on a piano are used to play different notes. The white keys are for the tones of the C major scale, C, D,...
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clesiemo
May 24, 20232 min read
Hey Jim, how often should I have my piano tuned?
The frequency at which you should tune your piano depends on various factors, including the climate, usage, and the specific needs of...
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