Resources
Books
Pianos : The following are our favorite books about the history of the piano. They are extremely informative and entertaining. You can purchase them from us, or from most online bookstores.
Men, Women and Pianos : A Social History by Arthur Loesser
The Piano by John-Paul Williams
Piano : A Photographic History of the World's Most Celebrated Instrument by David Crombie
Pianos and Their Makers by Alfred Dolge
Harpsichords : We find these to be very helpful and informative books about harpsichords and harpsichord playing.
The Harpsichord Owner's Guide by Edward Kottick
A History of the Harpsichord by Edward Kottick
Playing the Harpsichord by Howard Schott
Three Centuries of Harpsichord Making by Frank Hubbard
Resources
The Paris Workshop
http://www.theparisworkshop.com
Yes, you can build your own harpsichord or clavichord! The Paris Workshop supplies the finest historic keyboard instrument kits available today. Anne is honored to be one of their worldwide agents and will help you choose the right kit for you.
The Southeastern Historical Keyboard Association
and the Midwestern Historical Keyboard Association
http://www.sehks.org
An organization of professional and amateur scholars, performers, restorers and builders of historic keyboards.
The National Music Museum
www.usd.edu/smm/
A world-reknowned collections of musical instruments and related materials in a museum and research center.
The American Musical Instrument Society
http://www.amis.org
The American Musical Instrument Society is an international organization founded in 1971 to promote better understanding of all aspects of the history, design, construction, restoration, and usage of musical instruments in all cultures and from all periods. The membership of AMIS includes collectors, historians, curators, performers, instrument makers, restorers, dealers, conservators, teachers, students, and many institutional members.
Piano Technicians Guild
http://www.ptg.org
Piano Technicians Guild, the official organization of the Registered Piano Technician, is the world's premiere source of expertise in piano service and technology.
Don Angle
http://www.donangle.com
Harpsichord playing of modern standards and jazz with technique and spirit beyond compare.
Links of Interest
www.AntiquesandFineArt.com
(Antiques Magazine)
www.ArtNet.com
(Antiques and Art for Sale)
www.circline.com
(Antiques and Art for Sale)
www.PianoMart.com
(New and Used Pianos for Sale by Individuals and Dealers)
www.NAMM.com
(International Music Products Association)
www.QRSMusic.com
(Player Piano Systems)
www.PianoDisc.com
(Player Piano Systems)
