Author: floodpianotuning
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At the end of April, I’ll be taking the Piano Technicians Guild Registered Piano Technician (RPT) Technical Exam. It’s a big step for me professionally, and honestly, I’m looking forward to the challenge. The technical exam is split into three parts: Grand Regulation, Vertical Regulation, and Repairs. You have to score 80% or higher on…
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Seasonal weather changes can have a major impact on your piano. Cold, dry winters and warm, humid summers cause natural shifts inside the instrument that affect tuning, tone, and touch. Understanding how seasons influence your piano can help you protect it and keep it performing at its best year-round. Why Seasonal Changes Affect Your Piano…
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Hello Everyone! Hope 2019 has been going great for all of you. It has been a crazy busy year for piano tuning and life in general. In June, I was able to attend the annual NAMM convention for the second consecutive year. I was able to see many new things and connect with some amazing…
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Hello Everyone! I hope your summer has been excellent. Mine has been full of highs and lows, but in the end it was quite rewarding. I traveled to the East Coast in June to see family and friends. New York was full of great sites and food. Baltimore and DC were both very educational and…
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Hello! Past few months have been a whirlwind of travel and events. I was in Europe for 3 months traveling around. Then I returned to beautiful California. I have much to to add to my blog and share with you all. But lets first start with my travels to Southern California for the annual NAMM…
