Aural Tuning Workshop | 2023 Priority Enrollment
Class Description
The Aural Tuning Workshop is intended for professional piano technicians who want to master the art of aural piano tuning–a.k.a. piano tuning without the use of an electronic tuning device (ETD). If you’ve been looking for the moment to drop the 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 begin to 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 a 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.
Class Description
The Aural Tuning Workshop is intended for professional piano technicians who want to master the art of aural piano tuning–a.k.a. piano tuning without the use of an electronic tuning device (ETD). If you’ve been looking for the moment to drop the 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 begin to 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 a 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.
Class Description
The Aural Tuning Workshop is intended for professional piano technicians who want to master the art of aural piano tuning–a.k.a. piano tuning without the use of an electronic tuning device (ETD). If you’ve been looking for the moment to drop the 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 begin to 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 a 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.
DETAILS
Workshop Tuition
Total: $3,475 $2,500
Workshop Location
The Aural Tuning Workshop will take place at our facilities in Maplewood, NJ and at partner locations in the NY/NJ area, including piano showrooms, music schools, restorations shops, and other piano institutions. Specific details will be provided prior to the class.
Hotel & Lodging
Workshop tuition does not include travel or hotel. We recommend staying at The Kenilworth Inn in Kenilworth, NJ, about 10-minutes from Maplewood. The Center has a special group rate of $139/night (plus tax). Students should check-in on Sunday night before the class and check-out Friday morning. Transportation to and from the school/hotel will be 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.
Travel
Travel 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 5pm.
Meals
Breakfast and lunch 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
Parking at The Center is limited. Please inform us one-week prior if you plan on driving to The Center.
Schedule
Workshops run Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 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 5pm.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To qualify for the Aural Tuning Workshop, students must meet the following requirements:
· 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.
· Complete the Workshop Registration Form and pay $75 non-refundable registration fee.
· After registering, students will complete a brief screening interview with Workshop instructor(s).
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Prospective students must complete the registration form and $75 non-refundable registration fee. Upon successful registration and instructor(s) interview, a $350 deposit is required to guarantee a seat in the class. The deposit is due 45-days before the workshop. The remaining balance of $3,050 is due 30-days before the class.
REFUNDS & CANCELLATIONS
If you withdraw from a Workshop more than 30 days in advance, we will refund your deposit, less the $75 registration fee. 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.