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Piano ATX

Piano care journal

Clear, practical notes about piano tuning and care for Austin owners and the people who play their instruments.

Hands tuning piano strings during a service visit

How Much Does Piano Tuning Cost? An Austin Guide

What shapes piano tuning cost in Austin, from last service and pitch work to upright or grand time, before you book.

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Piano hammers and action parts during keywork

Sticky Piano Keys: Causes and When to Call a Technician

Why piano keys stick in Austin heat and humidity, what not to force at home, and when to book piano key repair.

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A grand piano in a quiet indoor room

Piano Humidity in Austin and Dampp-Chaser Basics

How Austin heat and air conditioning move piano pitch, and what a Dampp-Chaser humidity system can and cannot do.

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A piano ready for care after a move into a new room

After You Move a Piano: When to Tune

When to tune after a piano move in Austin, why pitch can drop, and when a pitch raise comes before a fine tuning.

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A grand piano prepared for careful service

When Might a Piano Need Pitch Correction?

Learn why a piano that has gone years without tuning may need a careful pitch correction before a fine tuning.

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A piano technician tuning a grand piano

How Often Should I Tune My Piano?

A practical Austin piano tuning schedule for homes, teachers, schools, and regular players.

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