Piano Tech Radio Hour
by Piano Technicians Masterclasses
"Inspiring the Future of the Piano Tech Community"Each Saturday at 2 pm ET we'll meet via video stream with a special guest.In continuing support of you as a quarantined piano technician, and in your life beyond, it's another free resource brought to you by Piano Technicians Masterclasses.For more information visit: http://www.pianotechradio.com
Episodes
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The Consummate Collaborator w/Mila Henry
In this episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, host Eathan Jenney welcomes conductor, pianist, and music director Mila Henry for a wide-ranging conversation about collaborative musicianship, contemporary opera, and tech-forward keyboards. She traces her journey from a Kawai studio upright in a...
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The Jazz Artisan w/ Zenon Zadravec
In this episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, host Eathan Jenney welcomes jazz pianist, saxophonist, and composer Zen Zadravec. They reflect on Zen’s journey from early piano lessons in Winnipeg to advanced studies at Rutgers with jazz legends Kenny Barron and Stanley Cowell. Zen shares insights into...
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Pedagogy, Practice, and Performance w/ Myron Silberstein
In this episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, we are joined by Chicago-based pianist, teacher, composer, and critic Myron Silberstein. We explore his musical upbringing, his studies at Juilliard and the University of Chicago, and his distinctive focus on overlooked masterpieces. Myron discusses the...
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The Artful Accompanist w/Miguel de la Cerna
In this episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, Ethan Janney welcomes Chicago pianist, arranger, and educator Miguel de la Ceran. A third-generation jazz musician, Miguel traces his roots to the legendary Chicago jazz lineage of his grandfather General Morgan, who played with Billie Holiday, and his…
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The Living Piano Legacy w/ Robert Estrin
In this engaging episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, host Eathan Janney welcomes the multifaceted pianist, educator, and piano purveyor Robert Estrin for a wide-ranging conversation that spans the history, craftsmanship, and future of the piano. They dive into Robert’s journey from growing up in a...
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Synesthetic Alchemy w/Alexander Schwarzkopf
In this episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, host Ethan Janney welcomes concert pianist, composer, and educator Alexander Schwarzkopf. The conversation traces Alexander’s remarkable career path, from his early public performances at age eight, to becoming a scholarship student at Colorado College by...
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Practice, Perfected w/Dr. Molly Gebrian
In this episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, host Eathan Janney welcomes Dr. Molly Gebrian, a professional violist, educator, and neuroscientist who merges music performance with cognitive science. As they gather over the July 4th weekend, they explore how musicians can transform their practice…
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A Classical Get-Together w/ Tiffany Poon
In this episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, we welcome Tiffany Poon, a renowned classical pianist born in Hong Kong in 1996 and currently based in New York City. Tiffany shares her extraordinary journey from moving to New York at nine years old to join Juilliard's prestigious pre-college division…
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The Fandrich Legacy of Innovation w/ Heather Fandrich
In this episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, Heather Fandrich provides an in-depth exploration of the Fandrich Vertical Action, highlighting its innovations in reliability and responsiveness compared to traditional upright actions. She explains the Fandrich-Rhodes method of weighing off actions, a...
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A Fine Musician's Life w/ Eric Clark & Hannah Reimann
In this episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, we are pleased to introduce Eric Clark and Hannah Reimann, two highly acclaimed pianists renowned for their masterful interpretations of various classical composers, including Stravinsky, Liszt, Beethoven, Chopin, Mozart, Bach, Haydn, Grieg, and...
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Peruvian Presidential Palace Pianos w/ Eathan Janney
In Episode 80 of Piano Tech Radio Hour, host Eathan Janney takes us on a captivating journey into the Peruvian Presidential Palace, where two exceptional pianos—a Steinway and a historic Pleyel—await discovery. Building on the stories shared in previous episodes, this exploration highlights the...
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Sonata Secrets w/ Henrik Kilhamn
In this milestone episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, we delve into the extraordinary world of Swedish pianist Henrik Kilhamn. Based in Gothenburg, Henrik is a concert pianist, chamber musician, and accompanist with an impressive career that includes solo recitals and collaborations with renowned...
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Erard, Pleyel, and Peruvian Musical Diplomacy w/ Eathan Janney
In this episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, host Eathan Janney continues the exciting journey through Peru, following up on the adventures from Episodes 76 and 77. This time, Eathan recounts his experiences in the vibrant city of Lima, uncovering rare and historical pianos in surprising locations....
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Dealers, Techs and Piano Innovation w/ Ric Overton
In this unique episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, we’re thrilled to sit down with Ric Overton, a true veteran of the piano world, whose career spans decades of expertise and hands-on work. Ric brings his unique perspective on the craft of piano technology, blending stories of personal experiences...
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Piano Pro Turned Viral Virtuoso w/ Loren DiGiorgi
In this episode of Piano Tech Radio Hour, we had the pleasure of hosting the incredibly talented pianist, humorist, and composer Loren DiGiorgi. Loren's journey began at a very young age, and he has immersed himself in the world of classical music, creating and producing hundreds of songs in...
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Classical Guitar Iconoclast w/ Jonathan Taylor
In Episode 198 of the "Piano Tech Radio Hour," we welcome Jonathan Taylor, a renowned classical guitarist whose career spans the globe. His innovative transcriptions and digital recordings have significantly impacted the classical guitar repertoire, making him a prominent figure in the music…
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Remote Andean Chickering Restoration w/ Jonathan Cleghorn
In Episode 77 of Piano Tech Radio Hour, we continue our deep dive into the art of piano restoration in remote environments, focusing once again on the breathtaking Peruvian Andes. This episode features an in-depth conversation with piano technician Jonathan Cleghorn, who shares the next chapter…
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Piano Restoration in Remote Locales w/ Johnathan Cleghorn
In Episode 76 of Piano Tech Radio Hour, we engage in a dynamic group discussion featuring some fine technicians in the PTRH community, including Jonathan Cleghorn as our featured guest. Additionally, hear insightful contributions from other astute technicians like Jon Ross, Phil Bondi, Robert...
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Latin Jazz, David Byrne, Emmy Nom and More w/ Steve Sandberg & Hannah Reimann
In Episode 197 of PTRH, we feature Steve Sandberg, an acclaimed pianist and composer known for his innovative approach to music and piano technology. The episode also includes updates from Hannah Reimann on the Fourth Annual International Stretto Piano Festival. Hannah begins with exciting news...
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Latin Classical Evangelism w/ Kristhyan Benitez
In this podcast episode, we are joined by the talented Kristhyan Benitez, a Venezuelan classical pianist and 2021 Latin Grammy winner for Best Classical Album. He discusses his musical journey that started at age four when he chose the piano over the guitar and fell in love with its sound....
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Astral Journeys w/ Noah Frere
In this podcast episode, we're introduced to Noah Frere, a unique individual who is at once a piano technician, astrophysicist and astrologer. He began his journey in piano tech at the Randy Potter School of Piano Technology in 2006 and has worked with pianos across New York before moving to...
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How to Evaluate a Piano w/ Eathan Janney
In this podcast episode, PTRH host Eathan Janney discusses various aspects of piano evaluations and appraisals, with a focus on templates and procedures. We emphasize the importance of precision and professional training when providing formal assessments but also touch on how informal evaluations...
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Learning Precision in Piano Tuning w/ Mark Cerisano
In this podcast episode, we are joined by Mark Cerisano, a seasoned piano tuner and educator who’s making significant contributions to the field of piano technology. He is known for creating the Go Ape System for accurate and efficient piano tuning and has shared his expertise globally through...
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Nuanced Approaches to Piano Restoration w/ Chris Brown
In this podcast episode, we explore the captivating world of piano restoration with a focus on Chris Brown’s recent project involving an 1889 Steinway D. This historic piano underwent significant transformations including new soundboards and modernized parts while retaining its legacy. Chris…
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Tuned In - Memoirs of a Piano Man w/ Jim Wilson
Gain insights into Jim's experiences with music icons and the lessons he's learned along the way. Beyond rubbing shoulders with legends, he learned valuable lessons from them about music and life. Explore how musical trends and tech advancements shape piano performance and recording. Jim was at…
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Musical Tales w/ David Amram
Tune in to hear the maestro David Amram sharing unheard stories from his encounters with pianos and pianists across the globe, alongside recent collaborations with other PTRH community members. Explore the inspirations behind his most celebrated piano compositions. This session is a rare...
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Tribute and Insights w/ Donna Weng Friedman
In today's episode, we started with touching tributes to Tanya Ragir and Joe Patrych, honoring their legacies in our community. Additionally, Donna shared about the legacy of Joe Patrych, a cherished member of the New York piano community whose unexpected departure in December deeply affected so...
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Wool and Piano Hammer w/ Eathan Janney
In this group discussion, Eathan talks about the annual PTM convention and the release of a lecture by David Stanwood who delivers a lecture about piano touch and tone. It’s a really interesting lecture and one key takeaway was about wool and its role in the sound of the piano. The properties of...
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Piano Inspiration w/ Isaac Namias
In this episode we have Isaac sharing two pivotal moments in his journey, illustrating his evolution from a musician to a piano technician. One significant moment occurred during college when he embarked on the challenge of rebuilding Fender Rhodes pianos, relying solely on online tutorials....
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Regulations and Appraisals w/ Sally Phillips and Leo Holder
In this episode, we have Sally Phillips and Leo Holder. Sally talks about the amount of regulation a new piano needs. All the work that needs to be done to a piano before delivery will save you money in after-market servicing and enable you to get the trust of a dealer. Sally walks us through her...
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Convention Teaser w/ Chris Brown
In today’s session, we give you a teaser of all that has been happening with the PTM Annual Convention by showing you sections of our most interesting sessions to give you a flavor of all that has been brewing and all that is to come. Starting with William Manroe who showed us how to turn a...
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Secrets of the Cybertuner w/ The PTRH Community
In today’s episode, Eathan talks about the PTM Convention and some of the instructors like Carl Lieberman give us a preview of their lecture at the convention. Carl’s lecture will be on cyber tuner, its AI feature, and why we should all care about it. Cybertuner also makes Pure12th tuning and…
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Musical World w/ Claudio Constantini
In this episode, we had the privilege of hosting a pre-recorded session featuring the remarkable Claudio Constantini, a globally renowned multi-instrumentalist celebrated for his extraordinary talents as both a pianist and a bandoneonist. Claudio shared his fascinating journey from his upbringing...
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Insights w/ The PTRH Community
In today’s episode, Eathan shares his experience of attending the memorial service of the late David Anderson, who used to be a co-host on this show, an amazing musician and an even better human being. Community members join in the conversion and each share a few thoughts about David, his…
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Exploring the Potential of Narrow Key Pianos w/ Hannah Reimann & Fanny Steingraeber
Get ready for a fun PTRH session this Saturday as we bring you an exclusive conversation with two distinguished figures in the world of pianos: Hannah Reimann from Stretto Pianos and Fanny Steingraeber from Steingraeber & Sohne, the renowned high-end piano manufacturer in Bayreuth, Germany. This...
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Pitch Perfect Pair w/ Donna Byrd & Susan Kline
Donna Byrd and Susan Kline, two guests with the most insider information make it to today’s episode. Donna, a North Bennet Street School student and a consistent guest on Pinao Tech Radio Hour, has some fascinating stories to share. Alongside her is Suzan, a George Brown College of Toronto...
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Tuning In w/ The PTRH Community
Dive into the harmonious echoes of our PTRH community in this episode, where the vibrant voices of participants weave together a tapestry of insights and shared experiences. From the lively discussions on piano tuning to navigating the unique challenges posed by the pandemic, our community came...
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Piano Horizons w/ Oliver Esmonde-White
This PTRH session features the remarkable Oliver Esmonde-White with guest appearances by the insightful Wayne Ferguson. They're two of Canada's finest piano pros. The episode unfolds with updates on Oliver's groundbreaking project—a revolutionary upright piano action. We learn about his versatile...
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Networking as Piano Technicians w/ Carl Lieberman
In today’s session, we join Carl Lieberman in person and talk about the importance of networking to thrive in the piano industry. Carl talks about how he has formed some serendipitous connections over time and where they stand now. Networking can seem sleazy to a lot of people because you are…
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Steinway Society of Puerto Rico w/ Jan D’Esopo
In this session, we bring you exclusive access to an interview with Jan D’Esopo, an artist and impresario who founded the Steinway Society of Puerto Rico which offers a forum for local musicians and funds local talents. The Society is a fascinating place that Eathan discovers in Puerto Rico and…
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Guitar Restoration and Analogues to Piano Tuning w/ Danny Koentopp
Today’s guest is a bit more unusual than what we do here at PTRH which makes it special and fun - Danny studies product design at Columbia College where he focuses on guitars. He joined the restoration team and worked on restoring museum-quality pieces from the 17th century. He has been…
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A Non-Dual Jam Sesh w/ The PTRH Community
In this episode, our host, Eathan Janney broadcasts live from the colorful backdrop of Puerto Rico. The episode is a freeform discussion with the community in attendance. We kicked off by highlighting an upcoming virtual piano tech symposium designed for flexible learning and networking...
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Tuning for Professional Pianists w/ Sally Philips
Our special guest for today is Sally Philips of Piano Perfect LLC. She’s world-renowned and a well-kept secret of the Piano Industry. In this interactive session, Sally talks about how to navigate some of the peculiar challenges of concert work and preparation, working for professional pianists....
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The Math of Pianos w/ Chris Brown
Christopher Brown joins us today, and he has mastered various skills like concert tuning, rebuilding, and teaching. He’s an engineer, piano designer, and producer. Chris believes that all piano technicians are somewhat gifted at math, and has been able to use high school algebra and geometry to...
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Music of Chano Dominguez w/ Chano Dominguez
In this episode, the great piano player, Chano Dominguez - the great piano player joins us and tells us all about his upcoming shows, his experience playing on stage, and why he does not like traveling for concerts. Chano talks about the piano he has been playing most, the technicalities of it…
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Tools for Piano Success w/ Steve Brady
In today’s episode, Steve Brady, the most highly awarded piano technician in the Pacific North West a member of the PTG Hall of Fame. He knows what it takes to make the piano sound like the instrument of dreams and he’s here today to share that secret sauce with us. In this episode, Steve talks…
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History of Piano Building w/ Del Fandrich
In today’s episode, Del Fandrich, a consultant for various piano manufacturers across the world, uses the first principle of thinning to aid his designing process. Del talks about hybrid scales to help the short piano scales and their various applications. He delves into string lengths, tensile...
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Charging More for Business Success w/ Carl Lieberman
In today’s episode Carl Lieberman, a tremendous business advisor, a piano technician, and a hybrid tuner joins us to share his wealth of knowledge on pianos. He’s a garden variety piano technician who shares his journey that has seen all ends of this industry. Carl’s mission in this session is to...
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Action Parts and Restoration w/ Wayne Ferguson & Chip Mayer
In today’s session two exceptional guests, Wayne Ferguson and Cip Mayer join us, who have each been in business for over 40 years. They share their journeys, anecdotes, and insights about restoration. Wayne talks about his actions to keep himself out of trouble within the restoration business. He...
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The Importance of Saying No w/ Bill Monroe
The owner of A440 Pino Services, and a second-time guest at the PTRH, Bill Manore joins us today and gives us a tour of his shop and talks about his business. He is a one-man show and tells us how he manages the different tasks of the business. “Just say yes and figure it out later” has been a...
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"Inspiring the Future of the Piano Tech Community"Each Saturday at 2 pm ET we'll meet via video stream with a special guest.In continuing support of you as a quarantined piano technician, and in your life beyond, it's another free resource brought to you by Piano Technicians Masterclasses.For more information visit: http://www.pianotechradio.com
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