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About
The Piano Practice is Rhode Island's premier piano service company. We don't just tune your piano. We make it sing. And we make it work properly. Fully trained and certified Registered Piano Technicians can make any and all repairs, improvements and even rebuild your piano.
Did we mention tune it, too?
We'll baby your baby like it's our own.
Overview
Hired 78 times
Background checked
1 employee
12 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and Credit card.
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Services offered
Piano type
Baby grand
Concert grand
Additional service
Voicing
Regulation
Pitch raise
Fix squeaky pedal
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Exceptional 5.0
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Meghna L.
Apr 22, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
John was very professional and is very knowledgeable. I appreciated the small discount offered when booking the appointment online. Most importantly, I feel confident in John's ability to tune my piano and would definitely refer him to others who are looking to get their pianotuned. Thanks so much John! I look forward to the next time we have you over to tune our piano.
Piano Tuning
Terri R.
Jan 18, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
John was very prompt to return phone call and very efficient when he cam to tune our piano. He went over and above. Very impressed. Would use again!
Piano Tuning
Lisa J.
May 9, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
Very professional and responsible! A wonderful experience. Easy to make an appointment and did the work very quick. The piano now sounds so lovely. Thank you so much John!!
Piano Tuning
Terry r.
Feb 16, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
excellent person professional my piano that was a gift wasn't tuned at all Mr. Totter came and it sounds beautiful thank you very professional great personality great piano player I will use him again I recommend him 100%
Piano Tuning
Sean M.
Jul 11, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
John was awesome. Most impressed with his timeliness and responsiveness. He responded to our emails pretty quickly, and he showed up perfectly on time! John was very professional and we will certainly be using him for future tuning.
Piano Tuning
Credentials
Background Check
John Totter
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
The Piano Practice offers a Basic Tuning/Service package for first time clients. Your piano will be tuned, get a light cleaning and be evaluated. The usual fee for a Basic Tuning is $165 but discounts are often offered to first time clients. Repairs are billed separately and are discussed before any work is done.
Additional Full-Service packages are offered through the website for pianos that need or deserve better care.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We offer options for making inquiries, communicating with us and even setting up an tuning appointment. Email, phone, text and an interactive scheduling website allow our customers to get in touch with us at their convenience.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I was trained at the North Bennet Street School in Boston. I completed the two year training program with thorough knowledge and skills for tuning, making repairs and restoration/rebuilding. I have also been certified as a Registered Piano Technician (RPT) by the Piano Technicians Guild.
I have worked for 30+ years as a classically trained musician. I hold performance degrees in organ and piano from the Hartt School of Music and Yale.
