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Dementia, Mental Health and Music
Eighty year old, Paul Harvey, exemplifies how music aids in dealing with dementia and mental health. Despite his diagnosis, Mr. Harvey is able to still compose music and play pieces from memory. In fact, the BBC Philharmonic orchestra has recently recorded one of...
How a Vertical Piano Action Works
How a piano works by the Piano Technicians Guild. Watch this video to see the different parts and their actions.
IUP Music Program
Did you know that we had such a caliber of music education programs right in our own back yard? Anyone interested in studying music should certainly consider the Indiana University of Pennsyvania.
Strong Selected for Master of Music Program at Jacobs School of Music
Benjamin Strong has been offered an assistantship with full tuition waiver at the prestigious Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University. Benjamin will be pursuing a master of music in vocal performance studying under Metropolitan Opera and international bass, Peter...
Norwin Music Department and Social Distancing
May this greeting from Norwin School District while practicing social distancing lighten your heart and bring a smile to your day.
COVID-19 Disinfection for Your Piano
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Beauty and the Beast
If you are in need of something exciting to do this weekend, come experience Beth Center Drama Club's Beauty and the Beast. Shows will be held Friday, March 13th through Sunday March 15th. 7:00 PM is the curtain call both Friday and Saturday and at 2:00 PM on Sunday....
Connellsville Middle School Presents Frozen
Save the date! Get ready for another outstanding performance. Directed by Ben Haines, Connellsville Area Middle School Presents Frozen Jr. on March 13th, 14th, and 15th. Friday and Saturday performances begin at 7:00 PM. Sunday's show starts at 2:00PM. Tickets can be...
Celebration of 50 Years of Connellsville Musicals
An outstanding Celebration of 50 Years of Connellsville Musicals. Honoring Merle L. Stutzman the man who started the tradition in 1970. Also, honoring the late Mr. Henry Molinaro for his contribution and caring attitude for his students. Current director Michelle...
The Addams Family
Tis the season for school musicals and here is another you won't want to miss! Saltsburg Middle High School is presenting The Adams Family, School Edition THIS weekend, February 27, 28 and 29. All showtimes are 7:00 PM. Tickets are $7 and available at the door or in...
Don Giovanni at IUP this Weekend
Presenting! Don Giovanni, Don Juan - Mozart & Da Ponte, by Indiana University's College of Fine Arts. Located at Waller Hall Mainstage Theater, show times are as follows: February 27, 28 and 29 at 7:30 pm then once more on March 1st at 2:00 pm. You won't want to...
Piano Moving Tip
Sometimes a client will decide to move a piano from one room to another in their home. As they go through a doorway often times they bump the front key slip portion of the case going through the doorway as illustrated in this photo. The white mark is paint from the...
Connellsville Area School District – Little Mermaid
Dan Alberts Piano proudly announces Connellsville Area School District's 50th Anniversary of Musicals. Presenting The Little Mermaid, folks can come be entertained on February 27th, 28th, 29th and once again on March 1st. You won't want to miss this amazing...
Clara Shumann Memorial Recital
Clara Schumann Memorial RecitalCelebrating the 200th Birthday of "The Queen of 19th Century Pianists" Featuring Matt Baumer, pianist and lecturer - Jane Potter Baumer, mezzo-soprano Henry Wong Doe, piano Linda Jennings, cello - Casey Williams, violin Shelby Williams,...
6th Annual IMTA Monster Piano Concert
Exciting day at the IUP Music Department as Dr. Henry Wong Doe leads piano students at The IUP/Musicale 2020 Monster Piano Event.All set, ready to go! Drum roll please!
Monster Piano Concert 2016
This video was taken from Piano Monster's 2016 concert. Enjoy!
Piano Monster Concert
February 8, 20202:30 PM Cogswell Hall 121Indiana University of Pennsylvania DirectorsHenry Wong DoeandEvan EngelstadIndiana MusicaleIndiana Chapter - Pennsylvania Music Teachers Associationpresents the sixth PIANO MONSTER CONCERT The Indiana County chapter of PMTA -...
Piano Regulation
What is piano regulation and why is it important? Read DAPS' latest blog post to find out and to have many other questions answered concerning piano tuning. Your piano will love you for learning these facts!
Sticking Piano Keys
There are a number of things that can cause a key to stick. In this case, you might notice the hammer alignment. Notice that the first picture depicts very little to no clearance in relationship to the neighboring hammer. As the hammer travels towards the string the...
Happy 80th Birthday to Tina Turner
Hard to believe that Tina Turner is 80 Years old today. Happy Birthday Tina! Thank you for all of the years that your have entertained us. Wishing you the best this year can give. Photo credit: Tim Zankert via Unsplash
More than “Just Piano Tuning”
Just like an automobile, a house, or a washing machine wear and tear occurs and things break down. When this happens they must be repaired. A good professional service of your piano includes a watchful eye from a technician who wishes to keep your piano going and...
Performance – State Theatre in Uniontown
Benefiting the homeless, Levi Graft will be performing at the State Theatre in Uniontown, PA on Saturday, November 16th at 7:00 PM. You won't want to miss it!
Veterans Day Program
The McKeesport Music Department has developed a rich history for their Veterans Day Program. Veterans were recently honored on November 11, 2019 at The McKeesport High School. The annual celebration was launched in 2006 under the joint direction of choral director...
Bench Repair
A routine piano service should include more than just piano tuning. A good technician will inspect many things on your piano including the bench. When I arrived at this new client's home, the top of the bench had sustained damage from the child rearing days. The top...
Sounds Better, Feels Better, Plays Better
In short, this is what Dan Alberts Piano Service can do for your piano. Make it sound better, feel better, and play better. This will help you enjoy your piano playing much more.
Raising Pitch
Should anyone have questions about their pianos, feel free to visit our FAQs page where many insightful facts are being listed. One of the topics posted so far is concerning pitch and whether you should raise it. Has it been awhile since you have had your piano...
Piano Day Pittsburgh
Join us downtown in the cultural district at PPG Place, Market Square, Heinz Hall, and Katz Plaza and experience a full day of music of all genres! FREE and OPEN to the public, as well as family friendly, so make a day of it and get downtown! Bring friends, take...