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Expert	Average Ratings	Expertise
Ralph Onesti U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.90 Clarity of Response 9.90 Timeliness 9.98 Politeness 9.98 Total Questions 1598	I am a Registered/tested member of the Piano Technicians Guild with 45 years of experience in all phases and levels of the acoustic piano. I will answer any questions regarding acoustic piano only. Electronic keyboards and player/reproducing pianos are outside of my expertise. Anything to do with: Construction, Service, Tuning, Purchasing, Selling, Insurance Appraisal, Rebuilding, Repairs, Legal issues, Maintenance, Environmental issues, Finish issues with acoustic pianos. My full resume can be found at: http://www.onestipiano.com
Kathie Nicolet - Chicago Professional Pianist Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Rating N/A (Expert Not Accept Rating) Total Questions 395	I am a professional pianist for corporate/social events since 1983. Need some suggestions on getting started playing piano as a professional? How to prepare? PLEASE DO NOT SEND ME QUESTIONS REGARDING THE VALUE OF YOUR PIANO. I AM NOT AN APPRAISER AND HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO IDEA WHAT YOUR PIANO IS WORTH. SORRY!! - THANK YOU!!!!!!!! Lead Pianist Von Maur St. Charles 2008 Drake Chicago Palm Court Pianist Jan 2006-Mar 2007 Chicago - www.knicoletpiano.com
Samuel Noel U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.95 Clarity of Response 9.94 Timeliness 9.91 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 2018	I am a piano technician formerly with Steinway and Sons and now the staff technician at the City College of New York. I am also self-employed in New York. I apprenticed (Manhattan School of Music)in 1982 and was factory (Steinway) trained in 1983. I have experience tuning, repairing, reconditioning, and appraisals. Please note that appraising an instrument involves a visual inspection. I am not an expert in player mechanisms, refinishing, electronic keyboards, nor midi. I love the work of making an instrument sound concert quality.
Todd Lindeblad U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 10.0 Clarity of Response 10.0 Timeliness 10.0 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 45	How to find out the year a piano was built. How to locate the serial number on a piano. What is the value of a piano. Is a vintage piano worth restoring. What work is needed to be done to fix a piano. Additional information, diagrams, and restoration tours on pianos can be found at: http://www.lindebladpiano.com/piano_info.htm.
Thomas Britanyak U.S. On Vacation returns 11/31/2009 View Profile View Past Answers	Rating N/A (Expert Not Accept Rating) Total Questions 1757	I am an organ/piano technician who has been actively involved with the design, building, repair, maintenance and installation of organs and pianos for 35 years. I began as a keyboard instrument apprentice and hold degrees in music and electronics. If you need a piano's date of manufacture, please go to http://www.pianoexchange.com/howold.htm or http://www.bluebookofpianos.com/pianoage.html I am happy to answer musical or technical questions, however, I CANNOT offer appraisals on pianos or organs. Please do not ask what an instrument is worth. For this service please contact an experienced local appraiser or try the following links: https://mmm1100.verio-web.com/blueb1/appraisal.html or http://www.57piano.com/questions.htm
Gabriel U.S. On Vacation returns 11/30/2009 View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 10.0 Clarity of Response 10.0 Timeliness 10.0 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 110	NO PIANO OR ORGAN QUESTIONS!!! I am shocked at how many people miss that point. Please... KEYBOARD PERCUSSION ONLY: Marimba, Vibraphone, Chimes, Bells, etc. Please note that my specialty in this section is in keyboard playing as it pertains to keyboard percussion, such as marimba, vibraphone, glockenspiel, etc. - NOT PIANO OR ORGAN. Thank you! Please, NO QUESTIONS REGARDING: serial numbers, appraisals, pricing, value, restorations, or when an instrument or device was made. Thank you! Otherwise, I answer a variety of questions about mallet keyboard percussion instruments. I have multiple music degrees and years of experience in the field. When asking your question: 1. Please be clear in your message. 2. Provide actual question(s). 3. Please keep it short and concise. 4. Save my one-question-per-day for someone else if you can find the answer on your own. And finally, please, again, no questions regarding: serial numbers, appraisals, pricing, value, restorations, or when a particular instrument or device was made. Thank you!!!

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2009-11-18 Walters Piano:

Hi, Thank you for using allexperts. Your piano was manufactured in 1913. In our current economic and musical climate, we estimate the value of your piano to be at around $300. If you have any

2009-11-18 Value Craig Cabinet Grand:

Hi, Thank you for using allexperts. In our current economic and musical climate, we estimate the value of your piano to be at around $500. Sincerely, Lindeblad Piano Please follow us on

2009-11-18 AntiqueUpright Piano:

Hi Ginette: Bell numbers went from 4900 in 1894 to 33900 in 1924. The 'perceived' value of this piano is in the furniture only. As a piano, the value is long gone. Remember, pianos live under

2009-11-18 Clayton MFD for Grinnell Bros:

Hi Brett: Clayton by Grinnell Co,Windsor Ontario, was imported from Detroit. They were made between 1910 to 1940. Clayton kept no record of serial numbers and your G73181 doesn't match Grinnell

2009-11-18 1965 Yamaha G1 baby grand:

Hi Ruth, The best person to ask about your piano's value is the technician who has just serviced it. He or she would also know the market in your local area. When appraising an instrument, a technician