by Mikelle Despain | Apr 20, 2025 | What You Need to Know About Pianos
Best Beginner Pianos 2025: A Complete Guide If you’re looking to add a piano to your home for yourself or family members to learn to play on, then get ready for an exciting journey. Playing the piano is a lifelong passion for most players and brings music and joy to...
by Mikelle Despain | Apr 20, 2025 | What You Need to Know About Pianos
Best Grand Pianos for Your Family: 2025 Guide “When I had nothing else, I had my mother and the piano. And you know what? They were all I needed.” Alicia Keys Buying a grand piano for your family is no casual matter. People develop deep connections with musical...
by Mikelle Despain | Apr 18, 2025 | What You Need to Know About Pianos
A baby grand piano is often chosen by musicians and enthusiasts not only for its elegant aesthetic, which enhances any room, but also for its rich, resonant sound quality that is superior to that of smaller pianos. Despite being more compact than a concert grand, a...
by Mikelle Despain | Mar 24, 2025 | What You Need to Know About Pianos
15 Best Baby Grand Pianos for 2025: A Guide for Buyers Baby grand pianos continue to captivate pianists with their elegant appearance, compact size, and exceptional sound. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, an intermediate player, or a professional looking to upgrade,...
by Mikelle Despain | Mar 23, 2025 | What You Need to Know About Pianos
Grand pianos and baby grand pianos are the epitome of a classic icon in music. With their elegant curves, propped lids, and exposed strings and soundboard, their beauty is often one of the first things people think of when considering a grand or baby grand piano. In...
by Mikelle Despain | Mar 19, 2025 | Baby Grand Pianos, What You Need to Know About Pianos
Baby Grand Piano Buying Guide Baby grand pianos are a smaller version of a traditional grand piano. They are typically 5’ to 5′ 6” in length (from the tail to the keyboard). High-quality baby grand pianos, such as the popular Yamaha C1X hold their value...
by Mikelle Despain | Nov 11, 2024 | Learning to Play Piano, Pianos - Just for Fun
As a piano teacher, I’ve had the pleasure of guiding many young students on their musical journey. But sometimes, as with any learning path, not every student is initially thrilled with the idea of practicing an instrument. I recently had the privilege of working with...
by Mikelle Despain | Mar 22, 2024 | What You Need to Know About Pianos
The cost of a piano varies widely based on its type, brand, condition (new or used), and the intricacies of craftsmanship involved in its manufacturing. In this article, our piano experts share price ranges for the main types of pianos, explain what impacts the...
by Mikelle Despain | Mar 21, 2024 | What You Need to Know About Pianos
2024 Used Piano Buying Guide Pianos are well-regarded as holding their value well, making used pianos a popular purchase, especially for new piano buyers or those looking to upgrade their pianos without a significant financial investment. Many pianos can hold their...
by Mikelle Despain | Feb 9, 2024 | Disklavier, What You Need to Know About Pianos
In music, innovation often means striking a balance between preserving traditional craftsmanship and embracing modern technology. Yamaha, world renowned for its instruments, has mastered this balance with its Disklavier pianos, which combine a rich, resonant, classic...
by Mikelle Despain | Nov 30, 2023 | Pianos - Just for Fun
A piano is one of the most memorable Christmas gifts your family can receive. Unlike some gifts, it’s not played with for a few weeks then forgotten, it doesn’t disappear into a closet until spring cleaning, it isn’t quickly replaced by a new...
by Mikelle Despain | Nov 28, 2023 | Learning to Play Piano, Pianos - Just for Fun
For many of us, New Year’s resolutions are heavy with responsibility, usually including health and exercise, work and finances, and even family relationships. One thing often overlooked in the resolution process is fun hobbies or passions such as playing the...
by Mikelle Despain | Nov 18, 2023 | grand pianos, What You Need to Know About Pianos
If you’re a piano player, can feel the magic of a grand piano as you play, your fingers moving across the keyboard with nuanced strokes that bring beautiful music that resounds through the instrument. Behind its elegant exterior lies a complex mechanism that...
by Mikelle Despain | Nov 14, 2023 | Pianos - Just for Fun, What You Need to Know About Pianos
The holiday season is a time of joy, togetherness, and creating lasting memories with our loved ones. If you’re searching for a gift that will bring joy into your home, consider the timeless and elegant gift of a piano. How to Buy a Piano as a Gift Even though...
by Mikelle Despain | Oct 27, 2023 | What You Need to Know About Pianos
When you’re a pianist, playing the piano isn’t just a hobby, it’s a lifestyle. Even causal players feel a deep, meaningful connection to the instrument. In this article, we share some of our favorite quotes about playing the piano, because #IYKYK...
by Mikelle Despain | Oct 22, 2023 | Learning to Play Piano, Pianos - Just for Fun
Playing the piano is rewarding, not only for the relaxation it provides, but also for the sense of accomplishment, confidence, and stress release if offers. However, for many adults, it can feel frivolous to take the time to play the piano. With so many other...
by Mikelle Despain | Oct 11, 2023 | Pianos - Just for Fun, What You Need to Know About Pianos
You picked the perfect piano, hired a highly-rated piano teacher, and bought your child a stack of books to learn how to play the piano—but one thing’s missing: their motivation to practice. Even if a child is super excited to learn to play the piano, there are some...
by Mikelle Despain | Oct 2, 2023 | Pianos - Just for Fun, What You Need to Know About Pianos
There are many reasons people choose to play the piano—for pleasure, skill development, stress relief, and more. In this article, we explore the health and wellness benefits of playing the piano. How Playing the Piano Supports Health & Wellness Playing the piano...
by Mikelle Despain | Sep 25, 2023 | Pianos - Just for Fun
The choice between an upright or grand piano usually comes down to size, price, aesthetic, or all three. However, for those piano buyers who have wiggle room (literally and figuratively) in choosing a piano, the conversation about the difference between an upright and...
by Mikelle Despain | Sep 23, 2023 | What You Need to Know About Pianos
Yamaha is a world-renowned name in pianos because of their quality, reliability, and beauty. With a rich history of piano craftsmanship beginning in 1887, the heritage of Yamaha has made it one of the most respected names in the industry. About Yamaha’s U Series...
