Professional Training

Brigham at PTG Convention with Kawai America-Master Piano Artisan, Don Manino

At the 2010 National Piano Technician’s Guild Convention, Brigham received training from Don Manino.  After class, Brigham took the opportunity to ask Don to explain why regulation is necessary to maintain a piano over the course of its lifetime.  Listen to the above video clip to see how Don uses a grand action model to explain the essential nature of piano regulation in addition to basic tuning maintenance.

Brigham would be happy to evaluate your piano if you think it has been awhile since it was properly regulated.  To read more about regulation, click here.

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What is a Registered Piano Technician (RPT)

The field of Piano technology is an unregulated trade. Therefore the Piano Technicians Guild has set its own standards of quality for piano technicians. The Guild has two types of members: Registered Piano Technicians (Brigham) and Associates. Associate membership is open to anyone with a “professional or avocational interest in piano technology.” On the other hand, the title of “Registered Piano Technician” must be earned by passing a series of examinations. (more…)

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Why do I need to hire a “Registered Piano Technician”?

Here is a video of Brigham with Allan L. Gilreath , RPT and National President of the Piano Technicians Guild.  He explains why it is essential and beneficial to only allow a Registered Piano Technician to work on your piano.

“I’ll just call around and find the cheapest piano tuner……”  (have you ever thought that?)

May we recommend you read this information about RPT’s before price shopping and going with the cheapest option.  We know that our customers value quality and refer us regularly without hesitation!  Have the courage to shop around for quality, not just for price!  Are you looking for an experienced musical artisan, with proven and tested training, attention to detail, guaranteed workmanship and unmatched quality.  If that is what the musician in you desires… then Brigham is the correct match for your piano needs.

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