Aural Tuning Workshop

Class Description

This workshop is intended for professional piano tuners who want to master the art of aural piano tuning. If you’ve been looking for the moment to drop the electronic tuning device (ETD) and take the leap into aural tuning, this class is for you! Our 30:30 Aural Tuning Method is specifically designed to empower ETD tuners to quickly produce stable and consistent tunings by ear.

In this 5-day workshop, students will develop an intuitive feeling for the complete process of tuning by ear. From what tools to use, to which strings to mute, to exactly how to create the temperament, the 30:30 Method provides a foundation for success that can be relied upon long after participants return to their daily work. During the week, participants will tune upwards of 20 pianos by ear and will receive the guidance, feedback, and hands-on practice required to make a successful transition to tuning exclusively by ear.

Tuition: $3,200

Tuition includes lodging, lunches, and transport between hotel/school. Additional details below.

  • The Center is located at 89 Lincoln Park, Newark, NJ 07102

    The Aural Tuning Workshop takes place at our facilities in Newark, NJ and at partner locations in the NY metro area, including piano showrooms, music schools, restorations shops, and other piano institutions. Specific details will be provided prior to the class.

  • Workshops run Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Students should arrive at the Hotel the Sunday before the class and check out Friday morning. On Friday, departing flights should leave no earlier than 4pm.

  • Workshop tuition includes 5-night hotel stay at The Kenilworth Inn a short drive from The Center. Students will check-in on the Sunday before the class and check-out Friday morning. Transportation to and from the school/hotel is provided.

    Students can choose to find their own lodging accommodation for the week. In this case, transportation to/from The Center will not be included, and student is responsible for arranging all transportation.

    Meals
    L    unch will be provided each day, as well as a celebration dinner on Thursday night. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.

    Parking
    The Center has a secure and convenient parking lot. To reserve a spot, please inform us a week prior to your class if you plan on driving.

  • Travel to The Center is not included in the tuition. We recommend flying into Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Flights out of EWR on Friday after the class should leave no earlier than 4pm.

CLASS REQUIREMENTS

To qualify for the Aural Tuning Workshop, students must:

  • Be 18-years of age or older.

  • Tuned at least 1000 (one thousand) pianos; or worked for at least 2-years as a full-time technician; or recently graduated from another piano technology trade school; or have a letter of recommendation from a piano dealer, piano manufacturer, technician, rebuilder, or institution.

  • After registering, students will complete a brief screening interview with Workshop instructor(s).

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

Prospective students must complete the registration form. Upon successful registration and screening interview, a $500 deposit is required to guarantee a seat in the class. The remaining balance of $2,700 is due 30-days before the class.

REFUNDS & CANCELLATIONS

If you withdraw from a Workshop more than 30-days in advance, your deposit will be refunded. No refund will be given for withdrawal once we are within 30-days of your workshop and full payment will be due.

In the unusual event that Center for Piano Technology must cancel a workshop, deposits and fees will be promptly refunded.

NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY

The Center for Piano Technology admits students of any race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or citizenship to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It doesn't discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or citizenship.