Tune it where it is? Have you lost your "pitch"? If the piano is structurally sound and shows no history of string breakage, then up it comes provided the client is willing to pay. And why shouldn't they be? It's an investment in music, ear training and the student's education. Have you considered the income you're missing when you leave it where it is? Last Thursday my first piano was 1/4 tone flat..... an extra $50. The second piano was 16¢ flat.... an extra $16. The fourth one was 60¢ flat.... another $60..... a $504. day gross. Not bad for 7-1/2 hours work. As mentioned in an earlier post, three of these calls (the ones with pitch corrections) will be re-tuned again in three or four months. Students practicing on "flat" pianos seldom progress beyond the first year. Your records (of repeat business) will bear this out. John Lillico, RPT Oakville, Ontario, Canada
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