The Piano

One of the items on my wishlist for 2012(hopefully before the fall/winter holiday season) is a baby grand piano.  Aside from being a terrific musical instrument, pianos can add grandeur and sophistication to any setting.

   I have always wanted a grand piano but since neither Papa Dan or I know how to play(or are patient enough to learn at this point), I couldn't justify buying one since they aren't cheap. Luckily, our little guy shows an interest in learning after seeing his cousin play.

We have a few neighbors and friends whom I consider music aficionados who have convinced me that it's never too late to learn for us and that having the instrument in the house will make him feel like it is part of his home and he will not be intimidated to learn when he is old enough to take lessons.

I  love the thought of hosting a cocktail party with guests surrounding the piano playing and signing their favorite tunes.

Or, a cabaret theme party where the guests entertain us with their favorite jazz,loung or torch song.

Of course, I also imagine  my decorating the home for the holidays and family and  friends gathering around the piano to  play and sing carols.

Here is our future pianist approaching the bench in a neighbor's living room.

This is the rear foyer of our home where I plan to replace the center round table with a piano.    The 2 slipper chairs,leather armchair(corner right) and desk(corner left) you see in this space will also be removed to allow for more room.


     What to consider when purchasing a piano (click here)