Pitch Again

[Clyde Hollinger]

Joe,

You are absolutely correct.  Although I didn't mention it, one of the first
questions I ask the owners of an old beater piano on a first-time call is if it
will be played with anything else.  If a technician just tunes a piano flat
without saying anything, and the client discovers that the tuning is therefore
unsatisfactory, there's going to be some sparks.

Sometimes clients just need a little education.  I remember one who had to be
taught about transposing instruments.  I think they were a little disappointed,
but hey -- life is life.

Regards,
Clyde

Joseph Garrett wrote:

> All,
> This thread has taken several turns. And has not even considered one aspect:
> Pitch in relation to "fixed pitch" instruments. As, my first instrument, of
> choice, was the trumpet, I'm here to testify that playing a gig with a piano
> that is "off pitch" is a living hell. Something else to consider.
> Respectfully,
> Joe Garrett, RPT, (Oregon)