List of Classes
Are you looking to book a Full Day Technical Seminar for your Piano Technicians Guild Chapter? I also offer the option a monthly weeknight technical session in the North Eastern region, covering New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Massachusetts. Don't hesitate to reach out with any technical questions or to discuss scheduling a class your area. I look forward to connecting with you!
Craft and trade are best learned through hands-on demonstrations and observation rather than passive watching. These classes focus on important aspects of preparing instruments to unlock their full potential.
Level Up Your Voicing Game: Master the Powered Voicing Tool
Are you a piano technician looking to:
● Work faster and more efficiently?
● Achieve precise and consistent voicing?
● Reduce strain on your hands and body?
Then join us for a hands-on exploration of the revolutionary powered voicing tool!
In this class, you'll learn:
● How the powered voicing tool works and its key benefits
● Adjustable depth and speed settings for customized voicing control
● Different needle cartridges for various voicing techniques (single needle, curved 25-needle, straight 25-needle)
● How to use the powered voicing tool for common voicing tasks:
○ Shift Voicing
○ Sugar Coating
○ Deep Shoulder Voicing
This class is perfect for:
● Piano technicians of all skill levels
● Piano tuners looking to expand their voicing skills
By the end of this class, you'll be able to:
● Confidently operate the powered voicing tool
● Apply different voicing techniques using the appropriate cartridges
● Experience the efficiency and precision of powered voicing
● Reduce physical strain while achieving superior voicing results
Hammer Filing
Factory and in home techniques for shaping, resurfacing, and restoring tonal qualities of the hammers using a variety of tools and methods.
Mixing Hammer Hardners and the Aural Effects
Different hammer hardening methods are widely used these days. This class covers various common hardening materials and how to mix the chemicals. Additionally, there are audio recordings of before and after the hardener has been added.
The Aftertouch Recipe
This class delves into the concept of aftertouch parameters, providing technicians with a comprehensive understanding of the acceptable specifications. This knowledge enables them to precisely prescribe ideal action mechanics.
Tradional Vocing Methods
An deep dive into common traditional voicing practices
Aural Tuning: Midigating Compounding Errors
This class provides a visual demonstration highlighting the pitfalls of traditional temperament methods, which are often fraught with opportunities for significant compound error. Participants will gain insights into the common mistakes learn more effective approaches to avoid these inaccuracies. Join us to enhance your understanding and improve your skills in this crucial area.