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Re: Piano Manufacturers and Brands: A discussion!
@Marcia Richards Marcia, you have a golden heart. Go Bucky Badger!
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- 2 wk ago
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Re: Piano Manufacturers and Brands: A discussion!
@Marcia Richards Hi Marcia, I am sorry you husband died, but I am thrilled you were kind to yourself and got a piano.
- Roger_Ward
- 2 wk ago
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Re: Piano Manufacturers and Brands: A discussion!
@Peter Lemken, clavierhaus You make several points that sparked my interest. You sound like an entrepreneur. If I were interested in the apprentice program,…
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- 2 wk ago
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Re: Piano Manufacturers and Brands: A discussion!
@Maria Do it!!
- Roger_Ward
- 2 wk ago
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Re: Piano Manufacturers and Brands: A discussion!
@Maria Hi Maria, I believe it is two years. If you haven't been on a factory tour, I hope you can go. I would have liked to try a few of the tasks, like sanding the case, key balancing,…
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- 2 wk ago
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Re: Piano Manufacturers and Brands: A discussion!
I owned a Baldwin L but really wanted a Steinway B. I looked for five years and finally found one that would not let go of my heart and brain. It was a worthwhile purchase.…
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- 2 wk ago
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Re: What would you like improved on tonebase?
@Peter William Garrick is excellent. I get a lot of practical suggestions from him. I also get a huge amount of help from Sarah Davis Buechner. She introduced me to Alberto Jonas.…
- Roger_Ward
- 1 mth ago
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Re: Henle sale July 24-28
@Jane Fleming Jane! Thanks for reminding me!!
- Roger_Ward
- 3 mths ago
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Re: What would you like improved on tonebase?
@Randi Hi Randi, Did you try putting "trills" in their new AI tool? It will search their entire library and sections of their material regarding trills will be returned for viewing.…
- Roger_Ward
- 4 mths ago
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Re: What would you like improved on tonebase?
@Alexander Weymann Well now. They made you look smart. Go for it!
- Roger_Ward
- 5 mths ago
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Re: What would you like improved on tonebase?
@Alexander Weymann Excellent idea. I wish I thought of it!
- Roger_Ward
- 5 mths ago
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Re: Week 1 Goal “Pick Your Piece!”
@Stephanie Reuer I've had a belief that if I retire, my brain will atrophy. I haven't considered until now that working might facilitate neural death.
- Roger_Ward
- 5 mths ago
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Re: Week 1 Goal “Pick Your Piece!”
I am driven to Chopin's Em, Op. 28, No.4. When I hear this piece, I think of a man who had emphysema. His lungs whistled as they struggled to breathe and his heart was beating irregularly.…
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- 5 mths ago
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Re: New YouTube Video on Brahms and Katchen!
Robert, you posts are excellent. If you say it, I pay special attention to it. Thank you for expanding my horizon.
- Roger_Ward
- 5 mths ago
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Re: Henle sale July 24-28
@Ken Locke Jane has a YouTube channel too, Ken!
- Roger_Ward
- 7 mths ago
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Re: Henle sale July 24-28
@Jane Fleming You are a gem!!
- Roger_Ward
- 7 mths ago
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Re: Henle sale July 24-28
Hi Jane, Thanks for the tip. I had no idea one could export Henle's scores. I love Henle. Time to buy credits!!
- Roger_Ward
- 7 mths ago
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Re: Alicia de Larrocha and Iberia
@Alexander Weymann I was once young and did stupid things too. I am now older and do less stupid things! I see you are in Columbus. I am a bit north of Cincinnati.…
- Roger_Ward
- 10 mths ago
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Re: Alicia de Larrocha and Iberia
Robert, you give Tonebase a lot of credibility.
- Roger_Ward
- 10 mths ago
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Re: Question about pricing for piano camp 2025
@Dolores Bacon Hi Dolores, There are two hosts from Tonebase: Noah and Dominic. Both are outstanding hosts and are excellent teachers. I think both will be there for the 10 days.…
- Roger_Ward
- 1 yr ago
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Re: Question about pricing for piano camp 2025
@Dolores Bacon Hi again, I'd love to hear your stories! I am generally sleep deprived and I've learned to demand what little sleep I can get. Piano Camp was one of the best experiences for me.…
- Roger_Ward
- 1 yr ago
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Re: Question about pricing for piano camp 2025
@Dolores Bacon . Hi Delores, I am a Tonebase member I and paid $4030 for the Piano Camp 2025. I assumed the $4500 was for non-members but perhaps it is an illusion.…
- Roger_Ward
- 1 yr ago
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Re: Question about pricing for piano camp 2025
Hi Mark, I believe the non-member price is $4500. If the $4050 price is more than you wish to spend, look at the Adamant Music School's website. The have a variety of similar "camps" which might be…
- Roger_Ward
- 1 yr ago
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Re: Very few time for practice
I am reading a fantastic book: Molly Gebrain's "Learn Faster, Perform Better". It is very helpful in dispelling common practice strategies than have been disproven by research in neurology.…
- Roger_Ward
- 1 yr ago
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Re: How has playing the piano enriched your life, and what are you thankful for in your musical journey?
Playing the piano is a constant reminder that we are all capable of learning new things, and learning is additive. I also meet really fascinating, kind people.
- Roger_Ward
- 1 yr ago
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