Pianos, Keyboards & Organs

Pianos, keyboards and organs are musical instruments that although vary in sound; however they all are played by means of a keyboard. Pianos are one of the most widely played musical instruments in the world, and is the oldest and most traditional among keyboard instruments, although each instrument is used in a wide variety of musical genres.

That piano and organ are large instruments that are not easily moved. A piano in particular is a very large and expensive instrument that is fragile and should be moved with the utmost of care. A number of specialist retailers sell pianos as well as offer restorations, hire, custom design and parts. Because a piano is difficult to move, often people who play the piano (pianists) must spend time tuning an instrument to their liking prior to a performance. Each pianist tunes the instrument differently.

Often, organs are played in Church services and events and ceremonies that take place in Churches, such as weddings and funerals. Organs are often used to create a background music that is pleasant but not intrusive. There are many variations on keyboard instruments including a virtual piano, synthesizer, wireless keyboard and of the grand piano, which is one of the most prestigious instruments in the world. Many children used to take piano lessons; however, this has become less popular in recent years due to many houses not being large enough to house a piano for the student to practice playing. Many quality instrument shops can provide advice and recommendations of piano teachers, as piano tuition still remains a popular pastime for many people.