SERVICING ALL PIANO BRANDS
AUSTIN PEAY STATE UNIVERSITY
PREFERRED TECHNICIAN
SERVICES
REPAIRS
General Repairs,
Specialist Repairs
& Vintage Parts
TUNING
CLEANING
A Range of Tuning Services Including Voicing and Adjustments
Starting at $325 for a Standard Tuning
Deep Cleaning Services, Lubrication of Moving Parts, and Wood Refinishing
OUR WORK
Here is a collection of pianos we've tuned, cleaned, repaired and renovated.
(More pictures of our client's pianos below the FAQs)
We service all brands of pianos.
Pictures in this gallery include:
2023 Steinway Grand Model B, 1929 Steinway Grand Model M,
1903 King Upright, 1995 K. Kawai RX-2, 2007 Baldwin Upright,
Story and Clark, Wurlitzer and Henry F. Miller
ABOUT US
Jonathan Rizzo began his affinity with instrument repair as a teenage bassoonist. While he would eventually become the 1st chair bassoonist in the New York Area All State Band, woodwind repairmen who could fix his instrument were few and far between. So, he began learning to fix his own instrument and his uncle, a fellow bassoonist, taught him to make his own reeds.
After college, in Boston, Jonathan worked as a repair technician for the world renowned Rayburn Music across the street from Symphony Hall. Jonathan repaired over 3000 clarinets for Rayburn and spent a year and a half apprenticing with the world's greatest saxophone technician, Emilio Lyons.
Now, in Nashville, TN and working closely with Steinway & Sons through their Authorized Service Program, Jonathan is focusing his mastery of instrument repair on pianos. He is happy to work on all types of pianos, so players of all skill levels can sound their very best!
Jonathan comes from a long line of musicians including his father, grandfather and great-grandfather, and enjoys helping his daughter, Valentina, play her best as well!
FIND US
Please text us to schedule your piano tuning appointment!
OPENING HOURS:
Mon - Fri: 8am - 7pm
Saturday: 9am - 7pm
Sunday: By Appointment Only
NASHVILLE PIANO TUNING
A NASHVILLE PIANO SHOP
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO GET A PIANO TUNED?
Our standard price to tune a piano starts at $365 for a 2 hour appointment.
Pitch raises are often necessary after two+ years between tunings, which adds an extra hour at $275.
Deep cleanings are recommended every three to five years and also add an extra hour at $325.
Voicing brings back the warmth and richness of your piano and again, adds an extra hour at $425.
Key regulation, action lubrication, repairs, and other services available upon request.
DO YOU COME TO ME?
Yes, we do most of our services in our customers' homes. Unless we are doing work that requires multiple days to perform, like restringing the whole piano or refinishing the case, we can keep the piano in it's current location.
ARE PIANOS TUNED TO 440?
We tune all pianos to the middle "A" at 440 Hz. We can tune to alternate pitches upon request.
WILL MOVING A PIANO PUT IT OUT OF TUNE?
Although it can be the physical movement, it's often the climate change associated with the move that makes pianos go out of tune. It's always a good idea to get a piano tuned after a few weeks in a new space!
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I GET MY PIANO TUNED?
Most of our clients are on a 6 month plan, just like the dentist. Getting your piano tuned every six months is the best way to ensure a quality experience for every player.
DO YOU TUNE PIANOS OUTSIDE OF THE GREATER NASHVILLE AREA?
Yes, we travel all over to tune pianos, Hendersonville, Brentwood, Hermitage, even farther if you would like. We just ask that you add an additional unit of driving time for every twenty minutes of driving outside of downtown Nashville, TN. The first 20 minutes are free though!
PREFERRED PARTNERS
Taught by internationally renown musician and scholar Dr. Marcin Bela, The Universe of Music courses break down the invisible patterns that permeate our lives - affecting our emotions, selling products and starting revolutions.
Karen Hedges and the staff of Shiloh Music have been a staple of the
Mt. Juliet, TN community. They are a great place to go for anything from guitars to wind instruments and they offer lessons at the store as well. Tell them we said hi if you stop in!
Sarah Burke, NCTM and her fantastic teachers have been serving the Nashville and Franklin, TN area for over a decade. They teach piano, guitar, music production and songwriting for all ages!
Marcilee Morgan provides the highest quality of piano lessons in the Nashville Area. She is the president of the Nashville Piano Teacher's Guild and works with several teachers to find the perfect fit for each student's ability level.
Careers
We are currently hiring experienced piano technicians and training apprentices looking for a new career! To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Jonathan Rizzo at rizzo.revolution@rocketmail.com.