Answer to E J's letter

[Gordon Wilson]

On Mon, 16 Oct 1995, MARK TENCZA wrote:

> Sorry about the partial message, My system crashed mid typing
> I was suprised that anthing even went through.
>
> As I was saying...
>
> There are many beginers that do show the devotion and dedication to the
> craft. To call this newsgroup "Not a place for beginers" is a huge
> mistake.
>
> A few years ago, I wanted to purchase Arthur Reiblitz"s book on piano
> repair. The local piano supply store owner was extremely reluctant to
> sell it to me, I would guess in fear that I would try to start fixing
> other peoples instruments and screw them up. After talking to him for
> awhile I had asked him how he had gotten into the business and also
> reminded him that somewhere along the line someone opened the door to
> opportunity for him. Needles to say, He did eventuallu sell the book to
> me and I still keep in touch with him.
>
> Do I consider myself an expert? NO WAY and even after I pass the PTG
> exams I still wouldnt call myself an "Expert". And even after I've been
> in the business for 100 years I'm still not an expert.
>
> Face it, were all beginners. Just at different levels. I dont think
> there's anyone out ther that knows everything there is to know about the
> instrument. And if there is, well then its time for you to close up shop
> and pack up the tools because the challenge is gone.
>
> This is a place for  "beginners" at all levels and a vast resource for
> exchange of knowlege. As soon as we stop sharing that knowlege with
> those dedicated to the craft,no matter what their level of skill may be
> then the art of piano repair will stagnate and die.
>
> "Take pride in what you've learned, and thirst for what you have not"
>
>
>  Mark
>
Well said, Mark!

Gordon Wilson
Keyboard Studio
Urbana, Illinois
gwilson@prairienet.org