> I suppose I could defend Art's book, but he's only a friend of a friend. What I think I like about the book is the variety of topics covered, and the plain language used. I'm not trying to train techs in a vocational school. I'm trying to give the users an appreciation, respect and understanding of the instrument. any And book which is only 1/2" thick can't pretend to have all the answers about pianos, but it might just be able to head people in the right direction. I tell my students that they won't be tuners or technicians after 1 3hr. course, but it is rather like learning a new instrument. No promises on how far they'll go, but I will teach them the fingerings. They have to take it from there..> With the above statement in mind, why not consider using Larry Fine's "The Piano Book"? I find it very useful in situations with people who don't know anything about pianos, but are eager to learn. Gordon Large, RPT Mt. Vernon, ME
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