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The Family Piano – Julius Bauer Upright

September 13, 2015September 13, 2015 by Michael McQuilkin

Bruce Killen’s Julius Bauer “cabinet grand” upright piano stands alone as one of the finest pianos I’ve ever played. It is also one of the oldest. Built in Chicago, this instrument has stood the test of time and is as lovely today as when it first rolled out of the factory in 1887. I interviewed … Read more…

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The Family Piano: Steinway

May 11, 2015May 11, 2015 by Michael McQuilkin

Kim Stempel, my client for over 20 years, recently restored her family piano, a 1915 Model M Steinway Baby Grand. I interviewed Mrs. Stempel to learn about the history of this wonderful instrument and the family who has owned it for two generations. “My uncle bought the piano for my aunt as a gift for … Read more…

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Music Brings Families Together

April 20, 2015April 20, 2015 by Michael McQuilkin

In the days following the Family Music Hour show last month, I was struck by the inflow of gratitude and thanks for this community event. While my motto has always been, “Music Brings Families Together”, I am awed each time I see it realized. In the aftermath of the show we see the connections and … Read more…

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The Family Piano

October 10, 2014October 10, 2014 by Michael McQuilkin

Greetings! This is the first in a series of articles I will be writing about family pianos. These wonderful instruments have often been handed down through multiple generations and are heirlooms that embody the histories of the families who have owned them. It is our mission to preserve these family piano legacies and to illustrate … Read more…

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How To Buy A Piano

August 20, 2014October 10, 2014 by Michael McQuilkin

Many people ask me the question, “How do I go about buying a new or used piano?”  The answer to this question varies because there is no one right piano for every person. Over the years I have tried to educate people about the different kinds of pianos. The piano is probably the one consumer … Read more…

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  • The Family Piano – Julius Bauer Upright
  • The Family Piano: Steinway
  • Music Brings Families Together
  • The Family Piano
  • How To Buy A Piano
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