With the economy in its current condition, the piano business (not just mine but the entire industry) has been hit pretty hard. We, as technicians are aware that pianos are a luxury item. However, I would encourage you to not let the music cease. Support your local music stores in any way that you can. With the severe drop off of piano sales, music stores are struggling. The last thing we need is for them to go under (even the ones I don't like) because without them, it becomes very difficult to teach music. Please make any purchase of anything musical from them, not walmart, not Amazon, not eBay. It isn't worth the savings. If the stores fail, then it will be a lot more difficult for your budding students to find a place to experience a true concert quality instrument.
Lastly, as I mentioned, Heirloom Piano has not been unaffected by the economic strains. If any of you have any referrals to pass along, they would be greatly appreciated. For nearly 5 years I have enjoyed a 3 to 6 month cushion on scheduling. This has waned to 2 or 3 pianos left and if substantial leads are nowhere to be found, I will be forced to look for another profession. I have also started refinishing furniture for informational purposes. Thank you, everyone, for your patronage and support.
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