Category Archives: Ramblings

Musical Nourishment – Chicago

Posted on April 29, 2009 by Eric

My idea of cultural mecca is the Palmer House Hotel in Chicago. It’s has a spectacular old world lobby and is just steps away from the Art Institute and Symphony Hall. I took advantage of it’s proximity to the latter … Continue reading →

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I’m not trying to reach the converted.

Posted on April 28, 2009 by Eric

I’m trying to reach the others, the ones who haven’t discovered their personal connection with classical (serious) music.  Is it possible that my deliberate choice of the previous words might offend some people? Hopefully,  because my point is;  how can … Continue reading →

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Epiphany or Conversion?

Posted on April 24, 2009 by Eric

So, let’s pretend there is this prospect, a guy who  has been pestering dealers up and down the east coast for a couple of weeks. He doesn’t play, is relocating and well to do, looking to buy a piano for … Continue reading →

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When is it not a Bosendorfer?

Posted on March 25, 2009 by Eric

Saw a model 200, about 30+ years old, rebuilt by a reputable shop. The original Schwander action had new Renner whippens. The hammers were Renner blues, the bass strings probably Mapes.  While overall the work was of reputable quality, it … Continue reading →

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Somebody gets the Smart Car.

Posted on February 27, 2009 by Eric
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Some really great music making.

Posted on February 20, 2009 by Eric

If the Shostakovitch doesn’t bring tears to your eyes, then maybe you haven’t heard enough really good orchestras!

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The High End Piano Experience

Posted on February 6, 2009 by Eric

I’m working on my concept  that we, as manufacturers, need to get together to develop and promote the idea of the High End Piano Experience, rather than assume that everybody agrees with our premise that these things are worth a … Continue reading →

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Should you buy a Steinway?

Posted on February 5, 2009 by Eric

Maybe, maybe not. The number one reason to NOT buy a Steinway is this: Don’t buy a Steinway because somebody told you it’s the best piano in the world.

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Wait, Andreas…let me explain!

Posted on April 24, 2008 by Eric

Why am I such a Bosendorfer geek? In a nutshell, everything I know about high end pianos I learned from Bosendorfer. Seeing my first Imperial at the University of Wisconsin/Madison at the ripe age of 20 set me on my … Continue reading →

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Why no comments?

Posted on April 24, 2008 by Eric

I previously disabled the comments feature on this site because it is a magnet for spam. However I just updated to the latest version of WordPress and will turn comments on. Maybe the upgrade fixed the spam problem. Just click on the … Continue reading →

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