Read more about the success story of the steinway and sons piano company which was started in 1836. Steinways rebuilt steinway upright pianos steinway grand pianos we are americas largest steinway grand piano rebuilder and steinway retailer. Steinway introduced its essex line of pianos in early 2001 with a limited offering of models made by young chang, and the brand kept an. The only difference is that theyre built in the vertical department, where those same processes are vertically oriented. May 29, 2007 very interesting read about the history of the new york steinway piano. It is the most complex mechanical device in any home and is capable of fulfilling the players. The companys growth led to the opening of a factory in new york city, united states, and later a factory in hamburg, germany. Our uprights take advantage of over 125 patented features and processes, including our patented diaphragmatic soundboard, accelerated action and hexagrip pinblock. Piano history history of steinway pianos restored steinway. Since 1853, steinway has been a respected name in piano manufacturing, producing both grand pianos and upright pianos of superior quality.
It is not a red finish like some of the pictures show. The evolution of the modern piano facts, photos and timeline. The double hopper permitted the rapid repetition of notes and better control of dynamics. Welcome to steinway piano gallery austinsan antonio, representing the family of steinway designed pianos throughout central and south texas. Try searching on jstor for other items related to this book. Sell steinway piano steinway piano values steinway pianos. Once you trace a steinway piano serial number, the steinway website and several related sites will provide information on when a particular instrument was. Also used steinway upright pianos use the same high quality parts as new steinway grands, except designed vertically. Used steinway upright models are difficult to find in good working order since most people that purchase these pianos new tend to keep them. They built their instruments one at a time, applying skills that have been handed down from master to apprentice. If youre interested in selling your steinway piano, country piano has been in the the market since 1970, buying used steinway grand pianos of all ages, styles, and conditions. The steinway k52 is a fine upright, but also quite expensive.
Since 1903, the showpiece grand piano in the white house has been a steinway model d. Aug 06, 2016 if youre interested in selling your steinway piano, country piano has been in the the market since 1970, buying used steinway grand pianos of all ages, styles, and conditions. It was founded in 1853 in manhattan, new york city, the united states, by german piano builder heinrich engelhard steinweg later known as henry e. Steinways model numbers are actually a part of the castiron plate, but each pianos unique serial number is stamped onto the plate. Az piano az pianos arizona piano store piano sale new. Official guide to steinway pianos, hardcover by kehl, roy f kirkland. Piano stores nyc steinway pianos new york city piano. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. The first recorded upright piano was by johann schmidt from salzburg, austria in 1780.
The making of a steinway concert grand and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Also commonly known as vertical, upright pianos are a more compact and versatile instrument for use in the home and smaller venues where grander versions may not be a suitable fit. The employees at steinway were mostly german immigrants. Steinway upright pianos steinway galleries australia. During the time in which the square piano was rapidly being developed and rising in popularity, several unconventionallyminded inventors began experimenting with an upright piano. Thirty years of research and compilation by authors roy f. Making the worlds finest pianos for over 160 years. The official guide to steinway pianos amadeus hardcover new. It is for these reasons that over 19 out of 20 concert pianists choose the steinway grand piano and why the instrument remains at the heart of cultured homes the world over.
Mike extends his patience and kindness above and beyond the norm. For the past 25 years as a familyowned business, az piano takes top priority on the wellbeing of our staff members and customers. Since 1986 we have continued to offer the areas premier selection of new and used pianos, player systems, and digitals, along with the finest in. The book was a memento for employees and was never released to the public. Use the steinway piano serial numbers below to see the age of your piano. Nov 14, 2016 the greatest piano makers without a doubt, the best known piano brand is steinway, also known as steinway and sons. This magnificent, full size steinway upright piano is in good playing condition. This list does not include the many furniture styles and finishes. More than 10 months ago, i began searching eagerly, locally and statewide, for the one i exactly wanted.
Gorgeous, original key tops not plastic speak volumes about the gentle history of this instrument. Hello, like a previous responder to this article,i too have a steinway piano that was shipped to blasius. For the love of physics walter lewin may 16, 2011 duration. This authoritative and entertaining book tells the story of the steinway piano company and the people behind it. It is the very first modern steinway concert grand piano.
With steinway piano galleries in melbourne and sydney, the steinway showroom in perth and agent representatives yw music in queensland, there has never been such a representation of these world class instruments in australia. It hints at the new york steinway as a very touchy and whimsical instrument, pending much on the environment it is located, and is not for the average player unless you are buying it as a piece of furniture. Unlike the revived model k52 and k2, steinway never resumed production of the model i or model r, leaving the steingraeber 8 as the sole upright piano of this class currently in production. Steinway upright action parts piano showcase piano benches. Like other countries, music is rooted in american history, so it is no wonder that pianos of various makers have found their way into one of the worlds most well known political residences. Any such price list would only cause confusion in the marketplace. The official guide to steinway pianos music resource history hardcover book. How to trace a steinway piano serial number our pastimes. This results in a quality of tone that is similar to that produced by a steinway grand. History of steinway pianos michelles piano in portland or. Unfollow steinway upright piano to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Dear customers, thank you for your continued business throughout the years. Sell steinway piano steinway piano values steinway. Preferred by a majority of concert pianists worldwide, each piano is a handmade, oneofakind piece that receives a serial number when it is born to identify the year it was produced. New and secondhand steinway upright pianos for sale and hire. For steinway upright pianos you need to lift the pianos lid and look inside the piano, normally the serial number along with the model will be stamped in ink inside the piano, also on its harp. Besbrode pianos leeds a specialist piano dealer and wholesaler based in leeds, yorkshire, uk. This authoritative and entertaining book tells the story of the steinway piano company and the. Steinway upright piano sales manchester, uk forsyths. Cherry steinway upright piano and bench, serial number 370167 made in 1961 per steinway web site pictures do not show the beauty and appeal of the cherry wood cabinet. Feb 18, 20 this magnificent, full size steinway upright piano is in good playing condition.
Depending on their make and model, they can offer a rich and satisfying sound for beginners and professional players alike. The official guide to steinway pianos music resource. Very interesting read about the history of the new york steinway piano. Upright pianos have been the choice of piano teachers, recording studios and beginning pianists for decades because of their lower cost and ability to fit in smaller spaces. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Steinway introduced its essex line of pianos in early 2001 with a limited offering of models made by young chang, and the brand kept an unusually low profile in the piano market for a number of years. From 1855 to 1862, steinway pianos received 35 gold medals.
As an aid to those buying a used steinway, i have listed below all models of steinway pianos made in new york city since the firms inception in 1853. The official guide to steinway pianos music resource history. The americans played had their part to play in piano history. We bring worn golden era steinway pianos back to their full former glory, to a level of musical and artistic beauty that was for many years the piano standard of the world. With the introduction of the family of steinwaydesigned pianos the company opens a new chapter in its history. Linstrument desormais expose au national museum of natural history smithsonian institution est remplace en 1938. Steinway makes five models of upright pianos in its factories in new york and hamburg for loyal customers around the globe. Steinway upright piano model i 54 vertical gorgeous k mahogany. Steinway bought the german manufacturer kluge in wuppertal, which.
This piano dates from 1911 and is currently in need of a full acoustic and mechanical rebuild well worth doing on an instrument of this quality. This is the story of how the steinway piano came to be the instrument of choice for the worlds greatest pianists. Master to apprentice, generation after generation, every steinway is built with experience decades in the making by artisans who take pride and time to humanize a piano still made by hand, who strive for and achieve continuous innovation and improvement. Since this list has never before been published, i have, for the record, given a much more complete list than most piano buyers will ever need. The 1901 steinway new york catalogue states the following for the style i model i.
Steinway model k antique upright piano 1911 a steinway upright piano, model k, in mahogany. The steinway grand is the gold standard of musical instruments, representing over 160 years of dedication to craftsmanship and uncompromised expression. Find your steinway pianos age with the serial number. Music nomad mn piano one allin1 cleaner, polish, and wax for gloss pianos, 4 oz. The greatest piano makers without a doubt, the best known piano brand is steinway, also known as steinway and sons. Prices are given only for the lowestpriced style of each model. Steinways factory in queens makes six models of grand piano and two models of upright piano. The basic features of the piano as we know it today were established in 1859, with the first appearance of the steinway concert grand piano. Steinway upright pianos include a number of the features associated with their grand brethren that have been scaled down and inserted in the vertical design. Aug 30, 2017 the introduction of the upright piano.
Faust harrison pianos steinways rebuilt steinway upright. Mike is the most patient salesperson on this planet. Unless your totally committed to buying a steinway upright there are a number of other uprights of equal or imho better quality than steinway and are worth checking out. Because of this, sometimes the serial number, especially on older, rebuilt pianos, gets painted over or otherwise removed. Author of the piano book, says that the steinway golden period is from the 1880s to the 1920s when just about every piano they produced had that special magic for which they are known. Steinway pianos have the most storied legacy and history around and are used by an overwhelming majority of concert pianists.
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