SERC PTG
Upcoming Events
in the
Southeast Region
of the
Piano Technicians Guild
The following events are one-day Chapter Sponsored Events in the Southeast Region of PTG.
Our multi-day Southeast Regional Seminar will be held approximately every three years when the Annual PTG Convention is on the West Coast (probably 2027).
These one-day Chapter Sponsored Events will be planned for the years when we are not having a multi-day event.
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Join us for insightful seminars where industry experts will share valuable knowledge and insights on the latest trends and developments in the field. Don't miss this opportunity to enrich your understanding and expand your network.
FALL 2025
NASHVILLE TENNESSEE
OCTOBER 25, 2025
8A - 4P CENTRAL TIME
The Nashville Tennessee Chapter joins forces with Steinway Piano Gallery Nashville to host a star studded cast of instructors. Breakfast and lunch included
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NATHAN MILLS (Augusta, GA)
WHERE TO LISTEN
To better understand aural tuning, we will learn to
recognize intervals, and the aural checks needed
for those most commonly used. We will tune a
sliding 4th temperament and spread it through the
midrange. You will leave knowing where your "ear
needs to be" for each step of the process.
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STARR TAYLOR (Tampa, FL)
IMPROVING GRAND PIANO PERFORMANCE,
20 TIPS
This intermediate/advanced class is designed to
help technicians look at the piano from the inside
out. The tips in this class will address unusual
problems when servicing grand pianos as well as
improving old tried and true methods for adjusting
pedals & actions. Topics include adjusting
nosebolts for tuning stability, addressing string
deflection when using temperament strips,
properly seating strings on the bridges,
eliminating grand pedal noise, reducing friction in
the piano action, adjusting the tricky repetition
spring, and properly bushing the pitman pin hole
in the keybed. A detailed handout is included.
JOHN PARHAM (Central NC)
THINGS ALL PIANO TECHNICIANS SHOULD KNOW
As a professional piano technician, what kind of
things do you need to know before you walk into a
customer’s home? The list is long and broad. We
should have at least cursory knowledge in a wide
range of topics. This interactive PowerPoint class
provides familiarity with a variety of subjects that
you will encounter throughout your career.
ASHLEY TURNER (Vienna, VA)
BUSINESS STRATEGIES: A BALANCED PERSPECTIVE
Ashley will cover a wide range of non-technical
philosophies, systems, and strategies for a
satisfying career in piano technology based on
over twenty years experience as an independent
piano technician. Ashley began her piano
technology career in 2004 and utilizes her
background in psychology and mental health to
share perspectives harnessed and honed from
countless mistakes she’s made over the years.
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​$95 per person
$75 per Nashville Tennessee Chapter Member
Register with Jon Loyd at info@pianotuningofnashville.com
​Payments to Venmo @ptnashville or check payable to "Nashville PTG Chapter". Please indicate
"October 25 Seminar" in payment. Mail checks to 2003 Rosemary Ln
Nashville, TN 37210
For more information email: info@pianotuningofnashville.com
https://www.steinwaynashville.com/​
4285 Sidco Drive, Nashville, TN 37204
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8A - 9A COFFEE, DONUTS, CONVERSATION
9A - 10:15A CLASS
10:15A - 10:45A BREAK
10:45A - 12P CLASS
12P - 1P LUNCH
1P - 2:15P CLASS
2:15P - 2:45P. BREAK
2:45P - 4P CLASS​​​
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PAST EVENTS BELOW
SPRING 2025
CLEARWATER FLORIDA
MARCH 1, 2025
8A - 4P EASTERN TIME
The Southwest Florida Chapter joins forces with Steinway Piano Gallery Clearwater to host a star studded cast of instructors.
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Tobias Hamilton presents a class on Rebuilding
Dr. Li Yeoh presents a class on Grand Action Regulation
Starr Taylor presents a class on Improving Upright Performance
and Wim Blees presents a class on Pitch Raising
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8A - 9A COFFEE, DONUTS, CONVERSATION
9A - 10:15A CLASS
10:15A - 10:45A BREAK
10:45A - 12P CLASS
12P - 1P LUNCH
1P - 2:15P CLASS
2:15P - 2:45P. BREAK
2:45P - 4P CLASS
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$75 per person
Register with Starr Taylor at st.piano@outlook.com
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