Hard Skills
ExpertAural TuningThe practice of adjusting the tension of piano strings by ear, using a tuning fork to set the pitch and listening for beat rates to set intervals.
AdvancedPiano RegulationThe mechanical adjustment of the piano's internal action parts to compensate for wear and changes in wooden parts due to humidity.
ExpertVoicingThe process of adjusting a piano's tone by softening or hardening the hammer felts to change the sound quality.
AdvancedStructural DiagnosticsThe ability to identify structural issues such as soundboard cracks, bridge failures, or pinblock instability.
IntermediatePrecision Tool HandlingProficient use of specialized tools including tuning hammers, mutes, regulating screwdrivers, and pliers.