Teaching son

[Paul]

Andrew

My son has worked with me from time to time on bench jobs.  He started in
high school to make few extra bucks. Now he's back after marriage, kids
carrier- to make a few extra bucks. But its not the money, the time together
is invaluable( we have been known to sneak out for a little fly fishing,
too). He's very meticulous, hates doing it over, takes great pride in a job
well done. I'm glad to have him there. He can handle a lot of bench work I
can't get to right away, so we both benefit. And the conversations are not
always pianos. A very enriching and rewarding environment.

Paul Chick
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From: <ANRPiano@AOL.COM>
To: <pianotech@ptg.org>
Sent: Tuesday, July 25, 2000 12:32 AM
Subject: Re: Teaching son


> Larry,
>
> My son is only 10 yet he has worked in my shop for 3 years now.  Obviously
> there are many things he cannot do but he has learned how to rub out a
> finish, regulate capstans after I have set samples, helped with the
> installation of soundboards, and of course the broom.  I have to tell you
the
> most rewarding hours in the shop I have are when Kyle is in there with me.
> Wouldn't trade them for anything, ever.  He talks about coming in the
> business when he is older, we will see, but in the mean time talk about a
> great time for pa and son!
>
> Go for it.
>
> Andrew Remillard
>