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In fact I sat next to the author all morning in a Steinway class at the PTG convention. ![[Linked Image]](http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t293/kizzyyaya/pb.jpg) ![[Linked Image]](http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t293/kizzyyaya/pb2.jpg) You may kiss my feet. - If you wash up first.
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Kenny :
Now be prepared for the onslaught of questions: "Hey, can you check for me what Fine says about ....?"
I ordered mine today.
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Originally posted by BruceD:
Kenny :
Now be prepared for the onslaught of questions: "Hey, can you check for me what Fine says about ....?"
No Problem. I accept VISA, Amex and MasterCard. 
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Hailun and Brodmann made it to tier 1 A - WOW!! Norbert 
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originally posted by Kenny You may kiss my feet. - If you wash up first.
Hey Kenny, Have you always been a Finite, or is it part of your career change personal makeover?
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Originally posted by Norbert: Hailun and Brodmann made it to tier 1 A - WOW!!
Norbert Wow indeed... Talk about tiers of joy... Seriously, where did those brands end up? Sincerely, Birchy Owner of a Tier 1A instrument (or so I'm told) 
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Kenny, any mention in the 2008-09 about the lowering of the M&H ranking in last year's supplement? I'd be curious to know what Fine's opinion is of the reaction to the downgrading. Also, I've always wondered about his survey techniques, i.e., how many techs/tuners/sales personnel/teachers/professional pianists he polls, or how many brands he actually comes in contact with, and whether or not he sits down to play the latest new models in order to get a first-hand impression?
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Wow indeed... Talk about tiers of joy...
No,no, tears of disappointment - imagine the prices going up now.... Norbert  
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Kenny: What's the point in telling us you got the latest edition if you're not willing(so far) to tell us all what we are obviously interested in- the changes, if any, in the tier rankings?
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I think Kenny is at the PTG Cobention. (That's where Larry is!)
He's probably is having too much fun to post!!!
I'm sure he'll check in.
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Originally posted by kenny:
You may kiss my feet. - If you wash up first. Wash WHAT up first? My kiss or your feet? Ewwww, , , , 
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Originally posted by Norbert: Hailun and Brodmann made it to tier 1 A - WOW!!
Norbert A man's got to have a dream...
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He is so solemn, detached and uninvolved he makes Mr. Spock look like Hunter S. Thompson at closing time.'
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I also purchased my copy on Wednesday.
Tonight concert is David Benoit hosted by Steinway.
There are some incredible pianos here. For this conference over 120 pianos have been brought in.
There are some changes in Larrys book, but not many.
Bechstein, C. has been upgraded to 1A
Brodmann upright same spot 4A
Brodmann Grands 3C
Hailun 4A
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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Originally posted by Norbert: Hailun and Brodmann made it to tier 1 A - WOW!! Norbert -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A man's got to have a dream... No Mik - it's a nightmare..... Norbert
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There is a 2008 Bluthner Modal "1" 9'2'' art case here that is spetacular. I will take a few pictures and post them when I get back home Monday.
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Could the *silence of the lambs* by those who have purchased the book be a coincidence? You're killing us..... Norbert
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I got my copy as well . . .
What silence?
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Yeah,I overlooked Rod's listings above  Silence broken indeed - stand to be corrected... Thanks Rod! Norbert 
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Lest anyone forget, the Piano Book is a business. An annual supplement is probably a good thing for business provided that it doesn't become stale like a series of movie sequels. A simultanenous occurrence of a publishing date, a national PTG convention, and the appearance of the author to autograph copies is hardly a random alignment of the stars. Mr. Fine's groups are probably good for business as well. At this point there might be as many upwardly mobile acoustic piano users as there are truly-new-to-piano sales prospects. The Fine groups chart a course and provide a ladder to climb. Tune in here and the ladder can become an escalator. Taller is better. Longer is better. European is better. Something else is always better. Never get too comfortable with what you have. Reached a plateau in playing ability? Get a better piano. It will elevate you and your playing. Pay more, and you get more. Always strive higher. Be prepared to double your budget. Sound familiar? Dangerous if you can't be comfortable in your own skin.
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Anyone know when the ebook for the supplement will be available? The website says "around June 20th"...
I'd like to teach the world to sing...
Sohmer & Co. 77T (5'9") in Satin Ebony with PianoDisc IQ system
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