There’s no universal “best” piano—only the right fit. Join us for an open, informative discussion comparing acoustic and digital pianos, guided by our expertise! We’ll share honest insights, practical considerations, and real-world perspectives to help you make a confident, informed decision—now or in the future.

This session is a clear, balanced look at the strengths and limitations of each—without sales pressure or one-size-fits-all answers. Whether you’re a beginner, a returning pianist, or simply exploring options, this conversation is designed to help you understand what truly matters when choosing a digital or acoustic piano for your home, your space, and your musical goals.

Not all grand pianos are created equal — even when they’re the same size or brand. Small differences in design dramatically change touch, tone, projection, and long-term performance.

In this free informative session, we’ll explore how gravity-fed actions work, how different design ‘recipes’ produce different playing experiences, and how soundboard size and string length directly affect power, sustain, and tonal colour. This session is designed to help you select a grand piano that will best fit your musical goals and the space in your home.

What We’ll Cover:

1. How Grand Piano Actions Work
   Gravity-fed repetition, responsiveness, control, and why grands feel different than uprights.

2. Design “Recipes” and Why They Matter
   How manufacturers balance materials, geometry, and voicing to create distinct tonal personalities.

3. Soundboard Size & String Length Impact
   How scale design affects volume, sustain, projection, bass clarity, and room fill.

Buying a used piano can a smart and cost saving advantage — or one of the most expensive mistakes if you don’t know what to look for.
In this free informative 30 minute session, we’ll give you a practical understanding of how a piano actually works, what matters most in its condition, and how to recognize warning signs before you spend your money. By the end, you’ll feel confident evaluating a used piano and asking the right questions — whether you buy from us or anywhere else.

What We’ll Cover

• How a Piano Works
  Basic functionality, how sound is produced, how keys, action, strings, soundboard, and pedals interact.

• Key Components That Matter Most
  Action condition, tuning stability, structural integrity, soundboard health, pinblock, pedals, cabinet vs. performance parts.

• What to Look For — and What to Avoid
  Red flags, common hidden problems, age vs. wear, transport damage, moisture issues, and false “bargains.”

In this informative, free by RSVP session, learn the lesser known important details about grand pianos, and the details about what makes a Boston piano “designed” by Steinway & Sons.

Designed by Steinway employing the unique patents and expertise that have made the Steinway heritage synonymous with musical excellence, the Bostons have the Steinway DNA and represent a singular achievement in piano building: a superior playing experience at a price level never before thought possible.

From Steinway’s materials selected to exclusive piano design & action geometry, Bostons make for compelling choices when considering an upgrade or new piano for your home.

Are you thinking of purchasing a grand piano?

Join us for a comprehensive, hands-on seminar designed to give you a deeper understanding of grand pianos. Whether you're a novice or an experienced musician, this session will provide valuable insights into how a grand piano works, the intricate parts that make it unique, and the key differences in sound between various grand pianos.

In this seminar, you'll learn:

How a Grand Piano Works: Explore the mechanics behind the instrument and understand the delicate craftsmanship that goes into each piano.

• The Specific Parts of a Grand Piano: From the keyboard and pedals to the action, strings, and frame, we'll break down the components that make each piano so distinctive.

• Sound Differences Between Grand Pianos: Understand the tonal differences across various grand pianos, and how these differences affect your playing experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to explore the world of grand pianos in a relaxed, informative environment. Whether you're looking to buy or simply want to learn more, you’ll leave with a clearer understanding of the grand piano that best suits your needs.

Reserve your spot today – space is limited!

We look forward to seeing you at the seminar!

Watch a documentary on the making of a Steinway with a few interruptions as we show and tell on a Steinway grand piano live in our Steinway Studio.

The most thoroughly handcrafted instruments in the world, Steinway pianos are as unique and full of personality as the world-class musicians who play them. However, in this age of mass production, their makers are a dying breed: skilled cabinet-makers, gifted tuners, thorough hand-crafters.

Independently produced by award-winning filmaker, Ben Niles, Note by Note follows the creation of a Steinway concert grand, #L1037, from forest floor to concert hall.

Event is FREE to attend by RSVP to contact@pianocentre.ca

For 171 years, Steinway & Sons has been dedicated to making the finest pianos in the world. Handmade and heartfelt, a Steinway is at the heart of the home blending music and artistry. The Secrets Of Steinway Seminar reveals some of the lesser known patents, designs and construction techniques which have given Steinway their reputation with artists and home enthusiasts for generations.

Free to attend by RSVP, This fun & informative session is sure to inspire and amaze you as we dive into Steinway’s history with stories, their struggles and ultimately their incredible success. Come learn about this incredible piano and why they're used by 9/10 concert artists and found on over 95% of the world's concert stages.

In this informative, free by RSVP session, learn the lesser known important details about grand pianos, and the details about what makes a Boston piano “designed” by Steinway & Sons.

Designed by Steinway employing the unique patents and expertise that have made the Steinway heritage synonymous with musical excellence, the Bostons have the Steinway DNA and represent a singular achievement in piano building: a superior playing experience at a price level never before thought possible.

From Steinway’s materials selected to exclusive piano design & action geometry, Bostons make for compelling choices when considering an upgrade or new piano for your home.

How to select a piano seminar

In this informative, free by RSVP session, learn the basics about what to look for, and what to avoid when buying piano. There are important foundations (like the action, soundboard and pinblock for example) and other important components that you should know about when searching for the right instrument for you!

Let’s face it - Pianos are an expensive purchase! If you’re shopping for a used piano online, through Kijiji & Facebook marketplace, come learn some tips on what to look out for. Learning some of the basics will help you in avoiding a piano that has high maintenance costs. Even if you are not a musician, we will guide you through the core piano elements that will equip you in carefully selecting the ideal piano for yourself or young musician in your family.

How to select a piano seminar

In this informative, free by RSVP session, learn the basics about what to look for, and what to avoid when buying piano. There are important foundations (like the action, soundboard and pinblock for example) and other important components that you should know about when searching for the right instrument for you!

Let’s face it - Pianos are an expensive purchase! If you’re shopping for a used piano online, through Kijiji & Facebook marketplace, come learn some tips on what to look out for. Learning some of the basics will help you in avoiding a piano that has high maintenance costs. Even if you are not a musician, we will guide you through the core piano elements that will equip you in carefully selecting the ideal piano for yourself or young musician in your family.

In this informative, free by RSVP session, learn the lesser known important details about grand pianos, and the details about what makes a Boston piano “designed” by Steinway & Sons.

Designed by Steinway employing the unique patents and expertise that have made the Steinway heritage synonymous with musical excellence, the Bostons have the Steinway DNA and represent a singular achievement in piano building: a superior playing experience at a price level never before thought possible.

From Steinway’s materials selected to exclusive piano design & action geometry, Bostons make for compelling choices when considering an upgrade or new piano for your home.

In this informative, free by RSVP session, learn the lesser known important details about what makes a Boston piano “designed” by Steinway & Sons.

Designed by Steinway employing the unique patents and expertise that have made the Steinway heritage synonymous with musical excellence, the Bostons have the Steinway DNA and represent a singular achievement in piano building: a superior playing experience at a price level never before thought possible.

From Steinway’s materials selected to exclusive piano design & action geometry, Bostons make for compelling choices when considering an upgrade or new piano for your home.