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Introduction: Richard has over 25 years experience tuning pianos and harpsichords. He can perform piano repairs such as string replacements. He has restored and built harpsichords and is a professional musician and teacher. We are a member of the Better Business Bureau

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41 years in business

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This pro is an experienced and personable piano tuner who provides solid services. Customers appreciate their attention to detail, patience, and expertise. They also praise the pro's ability to make old pianos sound great again and their willingness to share resources and insights from their performing career. Customers find the pro prompt, professional, and responsive, and they highly recommend their services.

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Eric R.

Dec 4, 2023

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Richard is a personable and experienced pro. I'd have no hesitation recommending him to anyone in need of a solid piano tuning.

Details: Upright • Last piano tuning less than 1 year ago • Piano played at least once a week • More than 10 years old

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Jane N.

Jul 1, 2023

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Richard is a fine piano tuner, and spent a good amount of time with the instrument. He also let me know my piano is in pretty great shape, and since it hadn't been tuned since before covid. I would highly recommend him.

Details: Upright • Last piano tuning more than 2 years ago • Piano played at least once a week • More than 10 years old

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Alice U.

Feb 23, 2023

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I am totally satisfied with the piano tuning Richard did for me this week! My big old upright grand hasn't been tuned in 10 years and Richard set lovingly and expertly to work on making it sound great and feel great! I thought that I would need additional work, but he was able to accomplish an excellent job within the quoted price. Also, he was an absolute pleasure to work with, sharing enriching resources for my antique piano and from his professional performing career. Highly recommended!

Details: Upright • Last piano tuning more than 2 years ago • Piano played at least once a week • More than 10 years old

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Sarah F.

Jan 26, 2023

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Richard was great! He responded very promptly and was able to accommodate us even with a time change the morning of. He worked on our piano for about 2 hours and did a nice job (the piano definitely needed a good tune!) This is a very dry part of the year, so we will have him back in the summer.

Details: Spinet • Last piano tuning more than 2 years ago • Piano played at least once a week • More than 10 years old

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Amy S.

Jan 6, 2023

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Richard was easy to communicate with and did a fabulous job tuning our piano. A pleasure to work with. Highly recommend him to others!

Details: Upright • Last piano tuning 1-2 years ago • Piano played a few times a year • More than 10 years old

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FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My fee for a tuning is $135. This price includes up to 2 hours work. With modern tuning software, very few pianos take longer.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We will schedule a piano tuning at a time that works for your schedule. Richard gives tips for taking care of your instrument on the Continuo Music at Home website This article can be found on the Blog page.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
University keyboard technology classes, student assistant to curator of instruments.