The "modern" piano, the term I use for most pianos built after 1900, is considered by many to be the noblest of instruments. More music has been written for it than for any other instrument; it has a broader tonal and dynamic range by far than any other instrument; and a piano played well can indeed "sooth the savage beast." I have been around pianos my entire life, and have been tuning, repairing, rebuilding and refinishing them since about 1973.
Since piano technicians often encounter questions that are difficult to answer in the limited time span of a service call, I have written a number of articles in response to many of the questions you may have always wanted to ask about pianos, but didn't know who to ask or how to ask.
Since piano technicians often encounter questions that are difficult to answer in the limited time span of a service call, I have written a number of articles in response to many of the questions you may have always wanted to ask about pianos, but didn't know who to ask or how to ask.
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Don't know where to start? After many years in the piano business, there are many questions I hear and answer repeatedly. Chances are, your question has already been asked! Look through our Frequently Asked Questions below to find questions and answers regarding piano servicing and maintenance, piano buying and selling, even piano teaching and learning.
Professional tuning in the home, school, church, or on the concert stage. I have extensive concert tuning experience in many concert venues including the Palace Theater (Manchester, NH), St. Anselms College Dana Center, Merrimack Reperatory Theater, Lowell Memorian Auditorium, and have tuned pianos to be played by artists such as Philippe Entremont, Ray Charles, Jim Brickman, Tedd Smith, Keith Green, Anthony Kearns, The Irish Tenors, the New Hampshire Philharmonic, Granite State Symphony, and others.
Reviews (10)
Robert Valente
Jun 22, 2021
Paul Camacho
Jun 15, 2021
Barbara Heggie
May 31, 2021
I stumbled upon Keith Comparetto twenty-one years ago when an elderly relative gave my family her upright piano. She had bought it herself in the early 1900s, and we wanted to honor this gift and do it justice -- without breaking the bank. Keith gave us a realistic idea of the instrument's quality and repairability, along with a repair plan at various levels of restoration.
We found his quotes completely reasonable and decided on a mid-level approach. The result was fantastic, and this piano became the musical center of the house. Our kids were four and five years old at the time, and thanks to Keith's work, they grew up with this constant source of beauty at their fingertips. Each wound up majoring in music. Eventually, Keith restored another 100-plus-year-old upright for me at a different home, and all the while he's kept both pianos in tune, making whatever small repairs might be needed along the way. I can't imagine going to anyone else.
We found his quotes completely reasonable and decided on a mid-level approach. The result was fantastic, and this piano became the musical center of the house. Our kids were four and five years old at the time, and thanks to Keith's work, they grew up with this constant source of beauty at their fingertips. Each wound up majoring in music. Eventually, Keith restored another 100-plus-year-old upright for me at a different home, and all the while he's kept both pianos in tune, making whatever small repairs might be needed along the way. I can't imagine going to anyone else.
Barbara Jenny
Apr 29, 2021
Keith has cared for our family heirloom Steinway for several years now. It was not always cared for so well, but Keith finessed repairs and tweaks to keep it playing and looking beautiful. What's more, he is super polite and respectful when working in our home; he was especially kind to my elderly mother who used to hang around and watch him work! Always cheerful and helpful. And he was even able to produce an expert appraisal for our insurance company. I highly recommend his services.
H. Donnelly
Apr 05, 2021
Keith has been tuning my 1894 Steinway parlor grand for a few years. Last year he did a complete refurbishment of it. I am so delighted with the job he did that I cannot praise him highly enough. His patience and skill are remarkable. He is extremely knowledgeable which is so important when one decides to commit to such a major investment of time and money and the preservation of a family piece so treasured for generations.
He gives excellent value and he charges reasonable prices. He also completed the work in a timely fashion. He continues to tune the newly restored instrument to ensure the quality of its tone. He has more than earned the five stars I gladly award him.
He gives excellent value and he charges reasonable prices. He also completed the work in a timely fashion. He continues to tune the newly restored instrument to ensure the quality of its tone. He has more than earned the five stars I gladly award him.
Christine Doyle
Mar 01, 2021
Dempsey Urgotis
Feb 17, 2021
I would definitely recommend Keith Comparetto. He has been taking care of my Wurlitzer baby grand piano for almost ten years. He was recommended by the woman who sold me the piano, with good reason. Keith is very professional; he shows up as scheduled, it's obvious that he loves what he does, and he's very personable! He tunes my piano annually and installed a new Piano Saver system in 2017. Also, his prices seem very fair.
Amy Mitchell
Nov 08, 2020
Nancy Feehrer
Nov 02, 2020
Curt Rawley
Oct 28, 2020
Having known Keith for well over a decade, I can say without reservation he is craftsman and piano tuner of extraordinary talent. He knows his craft and applies it to the advantage of his customers. An accomplished piano teacher referred me to Keith many years ago as a competent and extremely reliable piano tuner. Keith has taken tremendous care of several Yamaha uprights and grand pianos I've owned in past years.
Perhaps more impressive than his regular tunings, he has rebuilt two Ivers & Pond uprights, They are wonderous instruments and Keith has brought them back to life. The results of his work were so astonishing on the first rebuild (originally manufactured in 1911), I commissioned him to restore a second one (1915) for my summer residence in mid-coast Maine.
Both pianos have that deep, rich resonant Ivers & Pond sound that seems to go on forever. They have both played wonderfully for years now. Keith's work is worthy of high praise. Keith listens carefully and communicates well. He effectively sets expectations and can be relied upon to perform his work on time and with careful attention to detail. Exceptional.
Perhaps more impressive than his regular tunings, he has rebuilt two Ivers & Pond uprights, They are wonderous instruments and Keith has brought them back to life. The results of his work were so astonishing on the first rebuild (originally manufactured in 1911), I commissioned him to restore a second one (1915) for my summer residence in mid-coast Maine.
Both pianos have that deep, rich resonant Ivers & Pond sound that seems to go on forever. They have both played wonderfully for years now. Keith's work is worthy of high praise. Keith listens carefully and communicates well. He effectively sets expectations and can be relied upon to perform his work on time and with careful attention to detail. Exceptional.
