In a message dated 96-09-06 06:13:07 EDT, moffattr@cadvision.com (robert moffatt piano service) writes: << As far as anyone noticing the pitch difference, I'm sure someone must or why the requests in the first place?!!!!! >> Dear All, In a situation with an orchestra and piano, yes the difference can be noted if the orchestra is at 442 and the piano is at 440. Ask me how I know <G>. Use the Saint Saens 4th (I think it's the 4th) where the horns solo with the piano and you can clearly hear that difference. When an orchestra demands that the piano be tuned to 442 or higher, I comply. I charge for two pitch raises and two tunings to get it to stabilize at 442 and two pitch lowers and two tunings to get it back to stability at 440. It is truly amazing how often the orchestra management will agree to use 440 instead of 442 when given options. Gina
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