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How to Tune a Piano

The piano is a very delicate instrument that requires tuning at least yearly and, if possible, even three times a year. It can be quite challenging to tune on your own so we recommend hiring someone to tune it instead which will set you back at least $100, but save...
Yamaha Ypt 260 Review

Yamaha YPT-260 Review 2024

The Yamaha YPT-260 is one of the most popular (and cheapest) 61-key keyboards on the market. For a beginner keyboard, the YPT-260 offers advanced functionality that allows all pianists the opportunity to improve. Yamaha is known for its fantastic grand pianos as well as their small keyboards. No...
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The Lowest and Highest Notes On the Piano

Music and sound can be analyzed by frequencies, which are vibration levels. Low frequencies have fewer vibrations and make booming sounds while higher frequencies have more frequent vibrations per second and move in the sonic direction of birds singing. Frequencies are used by various industries to measure and classify...
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18 Famous Pianists (And Their Most Celebrated Pieces)

There are dozens of pianists out there, but these most famous pianists stand out because of their piano playing prowess and compositions filled with raw emotion that influenced different genres and a generation of aspiring musicians! Some of them are even considered classical music heavyweights. 
Gift Guide For Pianists

14 Best Gifts for Pianists & Piano Teachers 2024

Need a gift for a favorite piano player? Finding a great gift can be tough, but don't fear! Whether you're looking for Christmas, birthday, or just general gifts, your pianist will love the best gifts for pianists below. Feel free to list your favorite pianist gifts in the comments! Best...
Yamaha P71 Review

Yamaha P71 Review 2024: A Great 88-Key Digital Piano

Yamaha P-series keyboards are some of the most popular digital pianos. The Yamaha P71 is a powerful Amazon-exclusive keyboard that delivers excellent piano-playing experiences. The P71 has been a popular alternative for all kinds of pianists ever since its debut in 2016. It stands out from many of the competitors...

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Best 88 Key Weighted Keyboards

12 Best 88 Key Weighted Keyboards 2024

If you don't have the space or can't afford an acoustic upright or grand piano, a weighted piano keyboard is your next best option. The best weighted keyboards let you play with the feel of an acoustic piano - from the heaviness of the keys to the dynamics of...
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