History of the Self Playing Piano

It may be surprising to hear that the history of the self playing piano (also known as a player piano) goes back to 1895. They certainly weren’t the modern players we have today, but they did allow much of the same convenience! A player piano is an entertaining...

Why Are Pianos So Expensive?

Most acoustic pianos made for homes cost around $600 – $20,000. While that’s far from the most expensive $3 million pianos, this is still a pretty wide range — especially compared to other instruments like guitars. Which begs the question here today:...

Exposing 8 Piano Salesman Tricks & Myths

Buying a piano is a significant investment, both financially and emotionally.  That’s why at our family-focused piano store, we value transparency and education in our sales process. We want our customers to feel informed and empowered when making such a big...

Are Acoustic Pianos Green & Sustainable?

We love our planet! We’re really weary of greenwashing — otherwise known as lying — so we’re admittedly quiet in going about our own pro-sustainability efforts. But we have been making strides! In the past few years, we’ve been:...

How Much Does A Piano Cost?

If you’re thinking about buying a piano, an early question you’ll have is “how much does a piano cost?” The answer isn’t necessarily simple though. The cost of a piano can vary greatly depending on things like the size, materials used,...