I have been playing the piano since the 1st grade in elementary school. I took a break in high school and started playing the saxophone and singing in choirs. In the summer of 1975, I started working in a music store in Salt Lake City which had a Piano Tuning and Repair College. I began learning to tune and repair pianos and learning the piano business including sales in the 11 western states. I had developed my ear training skills while attending music theory classes. Having grown up on a farm in southwestern Idaho, I was immersed in the family culture of hard work, valuing education and being meticulous. Those skills, along with general music abilities and hard work have served me well in all aspects of my life. I was able to support myself in college and afterwards for many years with my piano tuning and repairing skills. During this time, I became a member of the Piano Technicians Guild.
In college, I was in several college choirs and bands. I finished a bachelor’s degree in Music and Business Management at the University of Utah in 1979. After college, I continued my business and apprenticed further with some piano rebuilders to enhance my abilities and knowledge.
My wife and I have 5 grown children and enjoy living in the Treasure Valley here in southern Idaho. We also have several grandchildren which bring us a lot of joy and happiness. We enjoy family activities such as gardening, camping, fishing, bicycling, and walking. We are involved with our church, love God and Jesus Christ, and love to help our neighbors and friends.
I have been involved with Boy Scouts, 50 mile hikes, youth leader, choir director, as well as subdivision vice president and president.
My piano shop/showroom, next to my home, allows me to offer quality, used pianos. I strive to have each instrument look and sound as best they can. All instruments offered come in excellent condition as to the case, and internally with good regulation, and tuning. All instruments offered are in excellent condition internally, with some being refinished and looking new. Most instruments include normal local delivery and usually an extended parts warranty. I offer personalized service, honest evaluation and nearly 40 years of a good reputation and service. My business has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, and have been a member of the Piano Technicians Guild for many, many years.
Many music stores have sales men and women who know very little about how the instrument works. I refrain from investing in pianos of marginal quality and longevity.
I hope to continue many more years in the passion of my life – “Quality Instruments For Families That Last” at a reasonable price.
Thank you,
Blaine Grow