Calvin Robertson G.M.I.M.I.T. Lon.

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Introduction

G.M.I.M.I.T. means.....I am a Graduate Member of the Institute of Musical Instrument Technology of London.... I am also the holder of the 1968 Evelyn Broadwood Scholarship award from The Worshipfull Company of Musicians in London.. In 1979, I passed the Piano Technician Guild Examination for RPT.. The cost of tuning is $175.00. ..pitch raise..$150.00, Service Charge is $75.. cleaning Grand Pianos..$185.00...to $230.00....and Regulation is $950.00. All payments are due on completion of the job.. I also specialize in regulating the grand piano action so that it will perform identically the same way the weather you play softly (p), or loud (ff). I will provide you with the Ultimate in service, integrity, and professionalism. Call me. Thanks.

Overview

Hired 1283 times

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57 years in business

Business hours

Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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Bird J.

1 month ago

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Mr. Robertson was very kind and patient with us and our old piano, which hadn’t been tuned in many years. On top of this, he educated us about the necessary care, checking in as he worked to keep us aware of each step of the process. The piano’s voice has sung each day since his visit, and we cannot thank him enough.

Details: Spinet • Last piano tuning more than 2 years ago • Piano played a few times a year • More than 10 years old • Fix sticky keys

Piano Tuning

Karen W.

1 month ago

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Calvin restored my BADLY out of tune piano back to its original sound. I cannot say enough how kind, professional and exacting he is with his work. Thank you again Calvin for such a positive experience!!!!!!!!

Details: Baby grand • Last piano tuning more than 2 years ago • Piano played a few times a year • More than 10 years old

Piano Tuning

Lula U.

Feb 27, 2025

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Mr Robertson is a professional. One minute with him and you know that he knows his business. He is thorough and willing to discuss options with you. He looked at our very old Steinway and gave detailed information on what was needed. He also tuned our upright piano and it sounds fantastic. It was a pleasure dealing with Mr. Robertson.

Details: Baby grand • Last piano tuning more than 2 years ago • Piano played a few times a year • More than 10 years old • Regulation

Piano Tuning

James S.

Feb 18, 2025

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Calvin is the consummate professional. He did a timely evaluation of the project scope and provided me with a cost commitment before he actually started the piano tuning task. He worked diligently for many hours and upon completion he demonstrated the fruits of his efforts by playing a wonderful piano composition that proved that we now have a TUNED and fully functional piano!

Details: Spinet • Last piano tuning more than 2 years ago • Piano played at least once a week • More than 10 years old • Fix sticky keys

Piano Tuning

Shamus B.

Feb 18, 2025

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He is very nice and professional through the entire tuning and fixing process. The piano sounds amazing now and I can finally play again.

Details: Spinet • Not applicable • Piano played at least once a week • Unknown age • Repair broken strings

Piano Tuning

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Calvin Robertson

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
The fee for fine tuning is $175. The fee for pitch raise is $150. The fee for regulation is $950. The fee for voicing is $65. The fee for cleaning the interior of a Grand Piano is $165. to $220.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
When I come to a new customers piano, l will have on a mask, and I will let you know what need to be fixed; and what the cost would be; you can decide weather to complete the job. Sometimes a payment plan could be arranged.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
In 1966 l was sent from the Jamaica Scsool of Music on a Scholarship Award to London, and would return in 1968 to work there for three years. At the end of the program I Graduated from The Institute of Musical Instrument Technology (G.M.I.M.I.T Lon.); and also won the the Evelyn Broadwood Scholarship award for 1968. It is the highest award for outstanding research on the proper sequence to Regulate the Grand piano Action. In 1978. l passed the Piano Technicians Guild Examination to become a member. (PTG).