Greene Music News    
Issue #25
March, 2012

 We're on YouTube! View our videos on YouTube    

 
Karen's latest In Concert
San Diego's own Karen Davis
will entertain us with her magnificent playing
on the mighty Steinway!

Saturday, March 31 at 4pm

Complimentary seating is EXTREMELY limited!
 Click to reserve a seat today 
or call (858)586-7000  
  
Piano Tuning How to maintain and care for your piano.
Everything you should know for your piano to last a lifetime - and your grandchild's lifetime!

Protect your investment
Maintain high resale value
Add decades to the life of your piano

Saturday, March 3 11am


Click to reserve a seat today 
or call (858)586-7000  
  
Clavinova Cafe 

Digital piano owners:  How to use drums, accompaniments, and styles
And just what is the Music Finder?
New music software, downloads,
and digital sheet music!
Bring your USB flash drive,
and we'll bring the snacks and coffee!
Saturday, March 10, 11am 

 

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Don't forget to bring your Clavinova questions! 

  

Seating is limited - Please call (858)586-7000 or  click to RSVP

Singing playing girl How to buy
a used piano.
Saturday
March 17, 11am 
You've done some internet surfing and checked out Craigslist; now you're invited to join us for
a very useful hour about what to look for -
and what to avoid!
Russell Berklely
or call (858)586-7000 
  
  
 How to keep your child interested in piano.
Teacher with girl
Saturday, March 24 11am
We've interviewed teachers, parents, and some of San Diego's most musical kids to prepare
an hour of information that could change you and your child's life! 
Seating is limited - Click to reserve a seat
or call (858)586-7000


"I heard that Yamaha pianos are made in China now..."

We thought it might be helpful to clear this up; some buyers are very sensitive to this subject!

 

Yamaha has been building pianos in Japan for 112 years, and continues to

make thousands of pianos there each year in Hamamatsu.  They also have  factories in Jakarta, Indonesia, and Hangzhou, China.  

 

Models built in Japan:

All "U"-series uprights, every model of grand piano except 5' size

 

Models built in Jakarta:

GB1K 5' baby grand, "CN"-series upright and baby grand pianos

 

Models built in Hangzhou:

"T", "M", and "P"-series uprights

 

Unlike almost any other manufacturer in the world, Yamaha engineers and fabricates their own pianos without relying on suppliers and vendors for parts.  The quality control standards (ISO) at each of their facilities are beyond world-class.      

"When it comes to Yamaha pianos, it's not the country of origin, but the company of origin that counts"

Please click here to learn more about Yamaha's fascinating history!
You can call us at (858)586-7000 any time with questions about any model.


   

In the Spotlight:  

A baby grand piano that fits in the smallest space -

and  never goes out of tune!

Introducing the new Yamaha Clavinova CLP465GP 

 

CLP465GPColor   
A few highlights:
The keys and pedals feel like a true acoustic grand piano
Play silently with headphones any time of day or night
Entertain your guests with a built-in library of beautiful classical music, or play thousands of songs on a USB flash drive
Record your playing or your lesson and save to play back, email to a friend, or even post on Facebook!
Connect to your laptop or iPad for teaching and practicing software

Click for more information or call (858)586-7000 with questions!


Do you own a Disklavier or Clavinova?
Curious about new music and software?

Yamaha's new software blog and newsletter will keep you up to date on the latest releases!

How about 6500 free songs to play on your piano?

 
Passionate little girlWhat are you passionate about? 
Mozart?
Billy Joel?
Les Miserables...?

Lessons are starting for all ages!

Click to visit our music school 

Call Judy at (858)586-7000 or
  
Send us a note!  
  
  
Some Useful Links
We hope that these links can help you find the information and services you're looking for!
Call us any time for help with your piano, lessons, moving, cleaning,
concerts, or even just some inspiration!  

Find a teacher: this database from the San Diego Music Teachers
Association of California web site is searchable by city and zip code.
 

http://www.sandiegomtac.com/teachers.php  

 

This list is just for North County teachers:

http://www.nsdmtac.com/teachers.php

This next list from the California Association of Professional Music Teachers is also searchable by zip code.  Just click "Find a Teacher":

http://www.capmt.org

 

General piano information:  the Piano Technicians Guild web site is a goldmine of unbiased advice about piano buying, and professional tips on piano care.

http://ptg.org/resources.php

 

Sheet music and music books:  
Online:
     http://www.sheetmusicdirect.us/?affiliate=46071.
               http://www.halleonard.com/index.jsp?subsiteid=3    

La Jolla:
  http://www.lajollamusic.com/sheet.htm 
Poway:
    http://www.ozziesmusic.com/  
Penasquitos/Carmel Valley:
 http://www.bertrandsmusic.com/information.php?pID=22  
Chula Vista:
  http://www.harpersmusicstore.com 
La Mesa:  http://www.alansmusiccenter.com/  


Piano moving:
  Call or write to us for a quote! (858)586-7000
http://greenemusic.com/contact.html
Concerts in San Diego:
http://sandiego.about.com/od/entertainmentthearts/a/concerts.htm 

http://thingstodo.signonsandiego.com/san-diego-ca/events/concerts+in+san+diego  

Family events and concerts for kids:
http://eventful.com/sandiego/events/categories/family_fun_kids  

A website for amateur pianists and enthusiasts in San Diego:
http://www.apsandiego.org 
 
The San Diego Symphony:

http://www.sandiegosymphony.org/



We would love to hear your ideas for this newsletter.  What would you like to know about pianos, lessons, new technology, or just how to get started?
 Just click and send us a note or call (858)586-7000 seven days a week.

 
Sincerely,
 
Michael Greene, Owner
Greene Music