Cambridge Piano Tuner | Piano tuner and additional services in the Cambridgeshire area

01223 562792 | 07976 205522 info@cambridgepianotuner.co.uk

Cambridge Piano Tuner

Nigel Donovan is a professional piano tuner and technician serving the Cambridge area. Established 1980, he is an accredited Member of The Institute of Musical Instrument Technology and a member (and past Vice President) of the Pianoforte Tuners’ Association.

Repairs

Many minor repairs can be done in situ, whilst any major repairs or reconditioning can be facilitated through an established network of highly skilled renovators.

Piano sales

Helping to satisfy the growing demand for quality used pianos at affordable prices by supplying high quality, pre-owned, refurbished Yamaha U Series pianos from Japan.

Book a tuning

Please feel free to give me a call on either of the numbers at the top of the page or send me a message to book a tuning.

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Posted: 3 months ago

This year has seen a surge in tuning enquiries - please be patient or book 4 - 6 weeks in advance! I'm sorry if I can't always fulfil a short notice request. ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 4 months ago

Piano Tuna, that old chestnut. ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 5 months ago

One for the more adventurous pianist. ... See MoreSee Less

Grand Piano with Double Keyboard

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One of only sixty duplex pianos made, this Bösendorfer grand piano was built with 164 keys—the standard 88 on the lower keyboard and 76 on the upper—to a design developed by the Hungarian compose...

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Posted: 7 months ago

I'm not on Twitter but here's my Tweet of the Day! ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 7 months ago

Appointments before Christmas are very few now, better get in quick if you need me! And if I don't see you, have a very happy one. ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 7 months ago

This piano has an odd pedal - inspired by an organ stop to operate the celeste. ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 9 months ago

Quite an obscure one - Klimt ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 9 months ago

Inside many pianos are wonderful artworks which only the tuner gets to see! I'll start sharing a few of these, starting with this one from Ed. Seiler. ... See MoreSee Less

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Cambridge Piano Tuner

Posted: 10 months ago

A number of people are writing emails to me and my replies are getting caught by their over-zealous spam catchers. I do hope they realise this (eventually) and not think I'm rude in not replying! Please check your spam folder. ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 12 months ago

Interesting promotion for Steinway & Sons! Best wishes to fellow PTA Member Jeff Prett on his retirement. ... See MoreSee Less

Handmade: By Royal Appointment, 4. Steinway

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The craftsmen behind Steinway pianos, from German factory workers to a British restorer.

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Posted: 1 year ago

If you're receiving reminders for tuning, it's probably best to act on it quickly as I'm booking 4 to 6 weeks ahead now. Reminders go out on the first of the month and are a really good way of ensuring the months, or even years, don't go by without giving your beloved instrument some due care and attention!
Email me if you'd like to register for a regular reminder. ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 1 year ago

An interested client asked how many parts are there in a piano? Depending on how you count them and who you ask, the answer varies from about 8,000 to over 12,000! Personally, I've never counted them, the important thing is that they are are all in the right place and doing the right thing! ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 1 year ago

Happy New Year! The first half of this month is taken up with schools and colleges so I may not be available quite as soon as you'd like - best to book as early as possible. ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 2 years ago

I'm fully booked now until mid January - sorry to disappoint if you needed a tuning sooner. May I take this opportunity to thank everyone for their custom this year and wish you all a merry and musical Christmas! ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 2 years ago

I know Christmas isn't far off when I see this magnificent tree dwarfing the baby grand! I have limited availability left until January so if you need a tuning please get in touch. ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 2 years ago

It's the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness - also the time to book your piano in for a tune. If you want to be sure of a tuning before Xmas, better contact me now! ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 2 years ago

It's been a very busy summer and autumn looks set to be just as hectic. Sorry if you're having to wait a few weeks before I can see you, best to book up early. ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 2 years ago

Looking forward to tuning one of these! ... See MoreSee Less

The Stunning Piano With 102 Keys - Stuart & Sons

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Many years ago I remember seeing my first performance on a Stuart & Sons piano at the Newcastle Conservatorium. Its unique, golden colour always stuck in my mind, set apart visually from the usual...

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Posted: 2 years ago

Does it seem like ages since you last had your piano tuned? I'm always busy so please take the initiative to contact me. I have set most regular clients to receive regular automated reminders - please contact me if you'd appreciate one! ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 2 years ago

Piano Tuner: I've come to to tune your piano Madam.
Madam: But I didn't order a tuning or ask you to call!
Piano Tuner: No, that's right - but your neighbour did! ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 2 years ago

This heat might well knock out the tuning on your piano if it's in the sun! Do try and ensure it's in the shade. ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 2 years ago

Three fluttering little white moths. They really are very destructive. If you have a click on releasing the key, you probably have moths which have eaten your felts. ... See MoreSee Less

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Posted: 2 years ago

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Posted: 2 years ago

I always knew I was special... ... See MoreSee Less

Tuning the brain: how piano tuning may cause changes to brain structure

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Posted: 2 years ago

Are you looking to upgrade your old banger? I know of a very nice modern piano c2000 in great condition, lovely tone, very respectable maker - call me for details! ... See MoreSee Less

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Frequently asked questions

Please follow the link below to find out more about my services.

Pianoforte Tuners’ Association

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Institute of Musical Instrument Technology

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