Latest Rebuild Podcast Episodes
Latin Classical Evangelism w/ Kristhyan Benitez
Piano Tech Radio Hour - June 07, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutesIn this podcast episode, we are joined by the talented Kristhyan Benitez, a Venezuelan classical pianist and 2021 Latin Grammy winner for Best Classical Album. He discusses his musical journey that started at age four when he chose the piano over the guitar and fell in love with its sou...
Astral Journeys w/ Noah Frere
Piano Tech Radio Hour - May 31, 2024 09:00 - 1 hourIn this podcast episode, we're introduced to Noah Frere, a unique individual who is at once a piano technician, astrophysicist and astrologer. He began his journey in piano tech at the Randy Potter School of Piano Technology in 2006 and has worked with pianos across New York before movi...
How to Evaluate a Piano w/ Eathan Janney
Piano Tech Radio Hour - May 29, 2024 09:00 - 1 hourIn this podcast episode, PTRH host Eathan Janney discusses various aspects of piano evaluations and appraisals, with a focus on templates and procedures. We emphasize the importance of precision and professional training when providing formal assessments but also touch on how informal e...
Learning Precision in Piano Tuning w/ Mark Cerisano
Piano Tech Radio Hour - May 24, 2024 09:00 - 59 minutesIn this podcast episode, we are joined by Mark Cerisano, a seasoned piano tuner and educator who’s making significant contributions to the field of piano technology. He is known for creating the Go Ape System for accurate and efficient piano tuning and has shared his expertise globally ...
Nuanced Approaches to Piano Restoration w/ Chris Brown
Piano Tech Radio Hour - May 22, 2024 09:00 - 1 hourIn this podcast episode, we explore the captivating world of piano restoration with a focus on Chris Brown’s recent project involving an 1889 Steinway D. This historic piano underwent significant transformations including new soundboards and modernized parts while retaining its legacy. ...
Encore 19: Coordinating Response and Maximizing Resources During Crisis with Aristotle Wolfe
How to Disaster - May 07, 2024 10:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings“If you're just doing a very limited role and not maximizing your contribution, you're selling yourself short. And it's probably not why you were selected.” -Aristotle Wolfe Episode Description: When disaster strikes, police officers take on the difficult but vital role of protecting th...
018 Encore: Managing the Wildland— Strategies for Protecting Private Lands from Mega Fires with Algeo Che Casul
How to Disaster - April 23, 2024 10:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings“You do have to bring in some science and some education. But there is something that people who have this generational knowledge can teach.” -Algeo Che Casul Episode Description: Mega fires pose a grave threat to private lands across California in the era of climate change. As hott...
017 Encore: Emergent Leadership: The Power of Community in Disaster Recovery and Rehousing Efforts with Margie Foster
How to Disaster - April 09, 2024 10:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings“Don't expect to go through it yourself. People will want to help, ask for it. And then when you get through your disaster, pay it forward.” -Margie Foster Episode Description: When catastrophe strikes, it falls to ordinary citizens to come together, support each other, and lead the rec...
Tuned In - Memoirs of a Piano Man w/ Jim Wilson
Piano Tech Radio Hour - April 06, 2024 09:00 - 1 hourGain insights into Jim's experiences with music icons and the lessons he's learned along the way. Beyond rubbing shoulders with legends, he learned valuable lessons from them about music and life. Explore how musical trends and tech advancements shape piano performance and recording. J...
Musical Tales w/ David Amram
Piano Tech Radio Hour - April 05, 2024 09:00 - 1 hourTune in to hear the maestro David Amram sharing unheard stories from his encounters with pianos and pianists across the globe, alongside recent collaborations with other PTRH community members. Explore the inspirations behind his most celebrated piano compositions. This session is a ra...
Tribute and Insights w/ Donna Weng Friedman
Piano Tech Radio Hour - April 04, 2024 09:00 - 1 hourIn today's episode, we started with touching tributes to Tanya Ragir and Joe Patrych, honoring their legacies in our community. Additionally, Donna shared about the legacy of Joe Patrych, a cherished member of the New York piano community whose unexpected departure in December deeply af...
Wool and Piano Hammer w/ Eathan Janney
Piano Tech Radio Hour - April 03, 2024 09:00 - 1 hourIn this group discussion, Eathan talks about the annual PTM convention and the release of a lecture by David Stanwood who delivers a lecture about piano touch and tone. It’s a really interesting lecture and one key takeaway was about wool and its role in the sound of the piano. The prop...
Piano Inspiration w/ Isaac Namias
Piano Tech Radio Hour - April 02, 2024 09:00 - 1 hourIn this episode we have Isaac sharing two pivotal moments in his journey, illustrating his evolution from a musician to a piano technician. One significant moment occurred during college when he embarked on the challenge of rebuilding Fender Rhodes pianos, relying solely on online tutor...
Unconventional Piano Tuning Tricks w/ Alan Eder
Piano Tech Radio Hour - March 27, 2024 10:25 - 1 hourMake sure to get in on our latest masterclass covering Action Geometry with Dean Reyburn. Join us Thursday April 18 at 3pm Pacific or 6pm Eastern Time. Visit https://bit.ly/pianoaction to register! In today’s session, we have you join us for the PTM Annual Convention session with Alan ...
016 Encore: Prepared Citizen, Prepared Community— Checklist of Essential Supplies to Extend Your Impact with Joshua Farrell (PART 2)
How to Disaster - March 26, 2024 10:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings"Be prepared so you can help, because everyone needs everybody in this situation." -Joshua Farrell Preparation isn't just about survival— it's about having the capacity to help others. Our ability to lend a hand can significantly ease the burden and contribute to a faster recovery for the ...
Regulations and Appraisals w/ Sally Phillips and Leo Holder
Piano Tech Radio Hour - March 20, 2024 22:50 - 2 hoursIn this episode, we have Sally Phillips and Leo Holder. Sally talks about the amount of regulation a new piano needs. All the work that needs to be done to a piano before delivery will save you money in after-market servicing and enable you to get the trust of a dealer. Sally walks us...
Convention Teaser w/ Chris Brown
Piano Tech Radio Hour - March 15, 2024 09:00 - 54 minutesIn today’s session, we give you a teaser of all that has been happening with the PTM Annual Convention by showing you sections of our most interesting sessions to give you a flavor of all that has been brewing and all that is to come. Starting with William Manroe who showed us how to ...
Secrets of the Cybertuner w/ The PTRH Community
Piano Tech Radio Hour - March 13, 2024 10:40 - 1 hourIn today’s episode, Eathan talks about the PTM Convention and some of the instructors like Carl Lieberman give us a preview of their lecture at the convention. Carl’s lecture will be on cyber tuner, its AI feature, and why we should all care about it. Cybertuner also makes Pure12th tuni...
015 Encore: Prepared Citizen, Prepared Community— Checklist of Essentials for Your Go-Bag with Josh Farrell (Part 1)
How to Disaster - March 12, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings“If you're prepared, you're not freaking out, you're taken care of, and you can help other people.” -Joshua Farrell Being prepared for disaster is crucial for citizens and communities alike. When emergencies like wildfires or other natural hazards strike, they can overwhelm local response ...
Musical World w/ Claudio Constantini
Piano Tech Radio Hour - March 01, 2024 10:00 - 56 minutesIn this episode, we had the privilege of hosting a pre-recorded session featuring the remarkable Claudio Constantini, a globally renowned multi-instrumentalist celebrated for his extraordinary talents as both a pianist and a bandoneonist. Claudio shared his fascinating journey from his...
Insights w/ The PTRH Community
Piano Tech Radio Hour - February 28, 2024 22:29 - 1 hourIn today’s episode, Eathan shares his experience of attending the memorial service of the late David Anderson, who used to be a co-host on this show, an amazing musician and an even better human being. Community members join in the conversion and each share a few thoughts about David, h...
014 Encore: How to Lighten the Load for Those Who Bear It with Sue Farren and Bailey Farren
How to Disaster - February 27, 2024 11:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings“Don't isolate first responders by making them into heroes. The greatest thing that anyone can do is just say, ‘thank you for your service.’” -Susan Farren “We owe it to our first responders to do whatever we can to help make their jobs easier.” -Bailey Farren Episode Description: Our...
Exploring the Potential of Narrow Key Pianos w/ Hannah Reimann & Fanny Steingraeber
Piano Tech Radio Hour - February 26, 2024 21:06 - 54 minutesGet ready for a fun PTRH session this Saturday as we bring you an exclusive conversation with two distinguished figures in the world of pianos: Hannah Reimann from Stretto Pianos and Fanny Steingraeber from Steingraeber & Sohne, the renowned high-end piano manufacturer in Bayreuth, Germ...
Grief, The 5 Letter Word
reBuild U Podcast - February 21, 2024 20:37 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsGrief is a 5 letter word that that carries so much weight, pain, and heartache. My sister-friend and our guest, Dr. Heather Jackson, shares with us how losing her nephew (that was like her son) rocked her world. We took time to dive in to the things people say that do and don't help, ways to wor...
Pitch Perfect Pair w/ Donna Byrd & Susan Kline
Piano Tech Radio Hour - February 21, 2024 10:00 - 57 minutesDonna Byrd and Susan Kline, two guests with the most insider information make it to today’s episode. Donna, a North Bennet Street School student and a consistent guest on Pinao Tech Radio Hour, has some fascinating stories to share. Alongside her is Suzan, a George Brown College of Toro...
Tuning In w/ The PTRH Community
Piano Tech Radio Hour - February 20, 2024 14:08 - 1 hourDive into the harmonious echoes of our PTRH community in this episode, where the vibrant voices of participants weave together a tapestry of insights and shared experiences. From the lively discussions on piano tuning to navigating the unique challenges posed by the pandemic, our commun...
Piano Horizons w/ Oliver Esmonde-White
Piano Tech Radio Hour - February 19, 2024 11:33 - 1 hourThis PTRH session features the remarkable Oliver Esmonde-White with guest appearances by the insightful Wayne Ferguson. They're two of Canada's finest piano pros. The episode unfolds with updates on Oliver's groundbreaking project—a revolutionary upright piano action. We learn about his...
013 Encore: How Unexpected Moments Can Reveal Your Inner Leader with Jocksana Corona
How to Disaster - February 13, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4 ratings“Being a volunteer is a privilege… I wasn't documented so I volunteered a lot. And that volunteer work led many doors to be opened up for me.” -Jocksana Corona Episode Description: When disaster strikes a community, ordinary people frequently discover an inner strength and sense of pur...
Networking as Piano Technicians w/ Carl Lieberman
Piano Tech Radio Hour - February 11, 2024 18:44 - 1 hourIn today’s session, we join Carl Lieberman in person and talk about the importance of networking to thrive in the piano industry. Carl talks about how he has formed some serendipitous connections over time and where they stand now. Networking can seem sleazy to a lot of people because...
Steinway Society of Puerto Rico w/ Jan D’Esopo
Piano Tech Radio Hour - January 31, 2024 11:37 - 57 minutesIn this session, we bring you exclusive access to an interview with Jan D’Esopo, an artist and impresario who founded the Steinway Society of Puerto Rico which offers a forum for local musicians and funds local talents. The Society is a fascinating place that Eathan discovers in Puerto ...
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