Crowley Piano Services

06/15/2026

I was on call for three days as the piano tech for this album. The Steinway that was used for this recording was a Model D, and when I first arrived at the venue it was significantly flat, required a pitch raise and a couple small repairs. It was a bit more challenging of a job than I anticipated going into it, but I’m proud of the result and was in awe of the talent of everyone involved. The whole album releases on July 3rd and will be available here on Apple Music. https://music.apple.com/us/album/where-are-you-tonight/6773832570?i=6773832576

Here is the spot that aired back in March on CBS Chicago:
https://youtu.be/SHIhYyqJlYk?is=jYABWa_DnrPJA2HE

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03/09/2026

✨ This video was taken while getting the grand ready for the concert. 🎹 Piano tuning is one of those crafts most people never see—but every great performance depends on it.

If you’ve got a piano in Chicago that needs some love, send us a message , or self schedule at crowleypiano.com

Chicago piano owners—when was the last time your piano was tuned? 🎥:

03/01/2026

How often should I tune my piano?

The answer to this question depends on your needs as a player, the condition of your instrument’s pinblock and how consistent the humidity is kept for your instrument. Due to Chicago’s climate, the general recommendation is to tune twice a year. If the piano is new, many manufacturers recommend tuning four times the very first year to stabilize its tuning. Recording studios and venues on the other hand, often tune before each performance.

02/21/2026