Question

[Jeff Tanner]

Hi David,
Sounds like the thinking process of a CAUT to me.
Jeff

>
>Date: Tue, 03 Oct 2000 14:20:15 -0500
>From: Vanderhoofven <dkvander@janics.com>
>Subject: Re: Question
>
>Dear List,
>
>Is it possible that there can be a problem with the piano and yet not blame
>the technician?
>
>Suppose that the governing body (Concert Hall, etc.) is short-sighted and
>tight with the checkbook, and the budget is inadequate?  Suppose that the
>only work the piano gets is tuning, because if extra service is performed,
>the technician is essentially donating their time without
>reimbursement?  Suppose that the piano needs the extra work and the
>technician doesn't convey this need to the holder of the checkbook in such
>a way as to convince them to pay for proper service?  Suppose the
>technician does explain the need properly and the person in charge agrees
>on the need for extra service, but there still is no budget?  Suppose that
>the work is agreed on and the budget is available, yet there is no time to
>properly set-up the piano because of scheduling conflicts, rehearsal times,
>lots of performances, etc.?  Suppose that there is plenty of time for
>preparing the piano, and the budget is available, but the performer doesn't
>have time to meet with the technician to express need for any changes if
>desired?
>
>Just more fuel for the fire.
>
>David Vanderhoofven
>(full of questions but no answers)

Jeff Tanner, Piano Technician
School of Music
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC 29208
(803)-777-4392 (phone)