PAST EVENTS
in the Southeast Region of the PTG
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
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.
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.
$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
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
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.
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
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
$75 per person
Register with Starr Taylor at st.piano@outlook.com