Known for their unmistakable craftsmanship and rich tonal qualities, Bechstein instruments from the late 19th and early 20th centuries are often described as belonging to the Golden Age of Bechstein Pianos. Each restoration is a chance to preserve history and craftsmanship for a new generation of pianists. For us, the Golden Age of Bechstein Pianos isn’t just a period in history – it’s a standard of excellence we work to honour in every instrument that comes into our workshop

At one point there were over 150 piano builders in London alone and yet now only Cavendish survives, nestled deep in the Yorkshire Dales!

What Came Before The Piano? The Dulcimer, a brief overview of what the Dulcimer is, where it came from and how it differs from the piano.

Book Review: Steinway by Ronald V. Raicliffe. Raicliffe explores the history of the talented family whose pianos are world renowned today.

In this article we will give a brief overview of one of the instruments that came before the Piano: the Clavichord!