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Is Steinway American?

Steinway & Sons is all–American, from the initial craftsmanship of the piano's rim to its final polish before departure from our factory in New York. A century and a half later, the Steinway is still handcrafted with pride in the U.S.A.

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Does vinegar make things whiter?

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What key goes with F minor?
What key goes with F minor?

F minor Relative key A-flat major Parallel key F major Dominant key C minor Subdominant B-flat minor Component pitches 1 more row

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Steinway through the years

Heinrich Engelhard Steinweg completed his first fortepiano secretly in the kitchen of his house in Germany. In 1850, he immigrated to America with his sons in order to pursue a passion for tonal excellence and create a more perfect piano. Three years later, he became Henry E. Steinway and founded Steinway & Sons. Before there was Carnegie Hall, there was Steinway Hall. In 1866, Steinway Hall was the premier concert venue in New York City. It was home to the New York Philharmonic for over 25 years. Steinway Hall created such strong marketing success for Steinway instruments that competing manufacturers built their own concert halls in failed attempts to draw from the famous pianists and concertgoers attracted to the Steinway venue. Steinway Hall continues to build its legacy at its new location, seen here. As a result, Steinways have become a touchstone throughout U.S. culture and history. In 1938, the 300,000th Steinway was presented to President Franklin D. Roosevelt on behalf of the Steinway family. The instrument was meant to replace the 100,000th Steinway gifted to the White House in 1903. Theodore Steinway had the piano specially crafted with a gold leaf decoration representing the five musical forms indigenous to America. The instrument’s gilded mahogany legs were carved to look like American eagles to truly embody the American spirit. Between 1941 and 1953, Steinway & Sons parachuted an estimated 3,000 specially designed upright pianos known as “Victory Verticals” to American soldiers fighting abroad in World War II. The soldiers would gather around the Steinway and sing popular American tunes reminding them of home. This not only united them but lifted their spirits during the war. Throughout American history, the Steinway name has woven itself into the hearts of the American people through its dedication to high quality. Today, it has become a center for music and culture, and provides an outlet for all creative minds.

Can a keyboard sound just like a piano?
Can a keyboard sound just like a piano?

Many keyboards are designed to make sounds that replicate a piano, but most can also produce a variety of other sounds. These could be sounds like...

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How do I know what kind of gas cap I need?
How do I know what kind of gas cap I need?

You'll find the minimum octane rating in the owner's manual, and cars that require premium fuel will usually say so on or near the gas cap, and...

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What is the smallest Yamaha piano?

Yamaha GB1K The Yamaha GB1K is Yamaha's most affordable and compact grand piano. At only 5′ long, this affordable grand piano is classified as a baby grand and is the smallest acoustic grand piano offered by Yamaha.

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The Yamaha GB1K is Yamaha’s most affordable and compact grand piano. At only 5′ long, this affordable grand piano is classified as a baby grand and is the smallest acoustic grand piano offered by Yamaha. With the same quality, power, sound, and workmanship expected of Yamaha but with cost-saving production and materials, the Yamaha GB1K offers piano lover a more accessible grand piano option that can fit into tighter spaces (and tighter budgets). Yamaha pianos are among the most recommended pianos among piano tuners and technicians, and remain a leading choice for pianists at all skill levels and all over the world. The Yamaha GB1K is one of the most popular grand piano sold by Piano Gallery for its compact design and affordability. This piano is suitable for homes, studios, schools, or houses or churches. Yamaha pianos have an unparalleled reputation as an instrument of outstanding quality and value. With top-of-the-line production facilities and a tradition of care and craftsmanship, Yamaha’s pianos combine the best in instrumental engineering and production. The Piano Gallery of Utah is Utah’s exclusive Yamaha piano dealer, and Yamaha’s top 5 piano dealers in the world. The Piano Gallery of Utah is Utah’s largest piano dealer, and with three convenient locations, it’s easy to stop by our comprehensive showrooms to experience these pianos for yourself.

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How do you remove Keytops?

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Why is there no B sharp or F flat?
Why is there no B sharp or F flat?

There is no definitive reason why our current music notation system is designed as it is today with no B or E sharp, but one likely reason is due...

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How old is a big kid?
How old is a big kid?

A big kid is a child between kindergarten and second grade (ages 5 to 8), with big kids being considered school age around ages 5 to 6. May 8, 2013

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What instrument is best for your brain?
What instrument is best for your brain?

Several studies point towards piano playing making the brain run much more efficiently overall. That also leads us to think if all the percussion...

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