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Grand Piano : What is it?

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A grand piano, in comparison to an upright piano, is made with strings horizontally positioned on frame that extend away from the piano keyboard. It uses longer strings that provide a smoother and louder tone. Its elegant design makes it ideal for concerts and large musical performances. 

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Types Of Grand Pianos

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Kinds of Grand Pianos include the following:

Baby grand piano

  • A baby grand piano, also known as a small grand piano, is the smallest type of grand pianos.
  • It measures four to five feet long.
  • It provides inferior tone and touch due to its small size.
  • It is ideal for children and beginners.

Boudoir grand piano

  • A boudoir grand piano is a medium-sized instrument.
  • It measures five to seven-and-a-half feet.
  • It has the same features found in a traditional grand piano, only smaller and fewer.
  • It can come with a matching bench.
  • It can be made with a keyboard cover and lock.
  • It is ideal for teenagers and intermediate piano players.

Concert grand piano
  • A concert grand piano is the largest and heaviest grand piano .
  • It measures seven-and-a-half to nine-and-a-half feet.
  • It is very elegant.
  • It provides the best sound quality and touch.
  • It is commonly used in special events, concerts, and musical performances.
  • It is ideal for experienced and professional pianists.

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Choosing Grand Pianos (Buying Tips)

Price: Choose the best grand piano that you can afford to buy since you can use it for as long as 40 years. Do note that it depreciates very little.

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Sources

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