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More on the history of Pianos
Cristofori had made a HUGE impact on keyboard instruments by inventing and producing the first of what would become known as the piano. Although the initial pianos were an incredible feat, there was important differences between what was originally created and the newer instruments.
The first pianos were different in many ways. First, the sound was considerably more weak than we presently enjoy. There were a number of reasons why. One of the reasons was that the soundboard of the piano was made differently and the ability of the artist to project at the volumes that are now possible was not possible with the soundboard of that era.
Strings were another issue. At the time, the string makers were not able to produce strings with the diameter necessary to produce the sound. They did not have the technology to understand that the bass strings could be wrapped with copper and the inside diameter of the strings could be increased in order to make a larger sound.
The biggest differences would come in the action of the keys on the piano. The action of that era was not only uneven but, the hammers were not controllable. The hammers could not strike the strings with the same velocity and with the same power as they do now. The action was somewhat more fragile and strike points were somewhat different. All of this added to the resistance that the artist felt when he/she began to play.
It has been said that “they just aren’t made like they used to be” and that is very true. When I am asked my opinion I often respond with “you are correct. Its better”.
I hope to be able to explain this in more detail in the next few blogs.
Ric Overton
posted by Ric Overton of www.PianoSD.com via www.MaxMorganDesign.com
The first pianos were different in many ways. First, the sound was considerably more weak than we presently enjoy. There were a number of reasons why. One of the reasons was that the soundboard of the piano was made differently and the ability of the artist to project at the volumes that are now possible was not possible with the soundboard of that era.
Strings were another issue. At the time, the string makers were not able to produce strings with the diameter necessary to produce the sound. They did not have the technology to understand that the bass strings could be wrapped with copper and the inside diameter of the strings could be increased in order to make a larger sound.
The biggest differences would come in the action of the keys on the piano. The action of that era was not only uneven but, the hammers were not controllable. The hammers could not strike the strings with the same velocity and with the same power as they do now. The action was somewhat more fragile and strike points were somewhat different. All of this added to the resistance that the artist felt when he/she began to play.
It has been said that “they just aren’t made like they used to be” and that is very true. When I am asked my opinion I often respond with “you are correct. Its better”.
I hope to be able to explain this in more detail in the next few blogs.
Ric Overton
posted by Ric Overton of www.PianoSD.com via www.MaxMorganDesign.com
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Take a look at my blog tonight for the beginning of the series "In the beginning" at www.PianoSD.com - http://ping.fm/QGyc6
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Read this post by Sorrento Valley Music
One of the most prestigious names in the piano industry and one of the most sought after pianos on the planet have finally arrived. ESTONIA !!!!!!!
http://www.estoniapiano.com is the official website of Estonia pianos. Estonia has been a world-wide brand that has caught much attention lately because of its sound and most of all the quality as compared to the price.
Dr. Laul, President of Estonia Piano is also a fan of San Diego. He has for many years vacationed here and is obviously quite jealous of our weather as compared to the weather in his corporate offices in New York.
Along with his father, Dr. Laul has really excelled in making Estonia a serious piano for serious musicians across the country. This fact can be seen in the debates and comments by dealers who do carry Estonia and dealers who do not carry Estonia on the popular website www.PianoWorld.com . Here you will find many owners and enthusiasts who have fallen in love with this great piano.
ESTONIA PIANOS
When I had the opportunity to take Estonia in San Diego, I knew that I had to take this chance. Estonia is very well priced and is among one of the finer pianos being made today. They are manufactured in Estonia under tight scrutiny with much attention being paid to detail.
Dr. Laul insists on perfection because he is also a concert musician. He was first a musician before getting involved with his Dad in the Piano business.
Because of Dr. Laul’s leadership he has made Estonia one of the leading pianos in the United States as well as the rest of the world.
Having Estonia in San Diego at Sorrento Valley Music is very important because whether you are buying a piano in La Jolla, a piano for your church in Carlsbad or putting a piano in your home in San Diego, Estonia and Sorrento Valley Music is a logical choice.
We look forward to seeing you. Please visit our website for store hours and location and then drop by and see us. We would love to meet you. www.SorrentoValleyMusic.com
Tonight I learned about this and I must say that I have long been of Dr. Indrek Laul and his father with Estonia Pianos. I am happy to see that Estonia has finally arrived in San Diego. If you get a chance to see these great pianos stop by and take a look. You will be impressed.
Congratulations to the folks at Sorrento Valley Music. www.SorrentoValleyMusic.com
Ric
posted by Ric Overton of www.PianoSD.com via www.MaxMorganDesign.com
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http://www.estoniapiano.com is the official website of Estonia pianos. Estonia has been a world-wide brand that has caught much attention lately because of its sound and most of all the quality as compared to the price.
Dr. Laul, President of Estonia Piano is also a fan of San Diego. He has for many years vacationed here and is obviously quite jealous of our weather as compared to the weather in his corporate offices in New York.
Along with his father, Dr. Laul has really excelled in making Estonia a serious piano for serious musicians across the country. This fact can be seen in the debates and comments by dealers who do carry Estonia and dealers who do not carry Estonia on the popular website www.PianoWorld.com . Here you will find many owners and enthusiasts who have fallen in love with this great piano.
ESTONIA PIANOS
When I had the opportunity to take Estonia in San Diego, I knew that I had to take this chance. Estonia is very well priced and is among one of the finer pianos being made today. They are manufactured in Estonia under tight scrutiny with much attention being paid to detail.
Dr. Laul insists on perfection because he is also a concert musician. He was first a musician before getting involved with his Dad in the Piano business.
Because of Dr. Laul’s leadership he has made Estonia one of the leading pianos in the United States as well as the rest of the world.
Having Estonia in San Diego at Sorrento Valley Music is very important because whether you are buying a piano in La Jolla, a piano for your church in Carlsbad or putting a piano in your home in San Diego, Estonia and Sorrento Valley Music is a logical choice.
We look forward to seeing you. Please visit our website for store hours and location and then drop by and see us. We would love to meet you. www.SorrentoValleyMusic.com
Tonight I learned about this and I must say that I have long been of Dr. Indrek Laul and his father with Estonia Pianos. I am happy to see that Estonia has finally arrived in San Diego. If you get a chance to see these great pianos stop by and take a look. You will be impressed.
Congratulations to the folks at Sorrento Valley Music. www.SorrentoValleyMusic.com
Ric
posted by Ric Overton of www.PianoSD.com via www.MaxMorganDesign.com
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