New York
School of
Piano Tuning
Service & Repair
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much do piano tuners earn?
Well-trained, experienced piano tuners are in great demand in most metropolitan areas. The majority are self-employed and set their own work hours. Their average rate in New York City is currently about $175 to $250 per tuning.
Do I need any piano tuning experience to take the course?
Our course is designed to start with the basics; no experience with pianos or tools is needed.
Do I need to play the piano?
Piano tuning students should have a basic knowledge of the keyboard and music.
Do I need to own a piano?
Learning to tune a piano, like learning to play the piano, will require daily practice. We recommend 30 minutes to 1 hour per day. If you don’t own a piano, we suggest you acquire one; there are many inexpensive or free pianos available on the internet.
What tools will I need, and how much will they cost?
Learning how to order tools, parts and supplies from piano supply houses is a basic component of being an independent piano tuner, and these companies typically only sell to the trade and not to the public. An itemized tool list will be provided the first night of class. The price of tools you choose to purchase from the list may vary, especially if you decide to purchase tuning software, but expect to invest about $1,000 for your tools.
When are classes taught?
The 16-Week Class meets weekday evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 and is offered three times annually. The 7-Day Intensive only meets in the summer.
Do I need to have "perfect pitch" or an especially "good ear" to tune a piano?
With proper instruction and practice, anyone can learn how to tune a piano.