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Wijnands plays Garner on Oct. 1
Elaine Garrison Elaine Garrison

Wijnands plays Garner on Oct. 1

Bram Wijnands is known for his stride, boogie-woogie, and swing piano performances, but on Oct. 1, Wijnands will offer the timeless music of Erroll Garner at Upcycle's happy hour.

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Why Play Piano?
Elaine Garrison Elaine Garrison

Why Play Piano?

The Thomas Brawner family of Kansas City purchased a Chickering grand piano from Upcycle Piano Craft in spring. "We have collectively become more musical as a family with the piano at the center of our social space..."

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A New Career
Tom Morse-Brown Tom Morse-Brown

A New Career

Our next series of piano-tuning classes begins in a few days and will end before Christmas. Upcycle Piano Craft offers comprehensive hands-on training. Imagine a career caring for one of the most treasured things in a home!

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Pianos Suffer in Summer Humidity
Elaine Garrison Elaine Garrison

Pianos Suffer in Summer Humidity

As Midwest heat increases, so does humidity—a potential hazard for your piano. Maintaining the best environment is crucial to your instrument's longevity and performance.

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Basse at Upcycle on September 3
Elaine Garrison Elaine Garrison

Basse at Upcycle on September 3

David Basse, possibly the most recognizable name in Kansas City jazz, will perform with a new band at 4:30 p.m. Sept. 3 in the Upcycle Piano Craft showroom.

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August at Upcycle Happy Hour
Elaine Garrison Elaine Garrison

August at Upcycle Happy Hour

Elaine Garrison photo

Since 1991, Sons of Brasil has filled many a venue with fans, serving up music with the flavor and passion found at clubs in Ipanema and Leblon. On the August 6 bill at the Upcycle Happy Hour: Roger Wilder, Greg Whitfield, Doug Auwarter, and Stan Kessler.

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Why play piano?
Elaine Garrison Elaine Garrison

Why play piano?

Steve Wilson photo

If you need a way to relax, Linda McCurry of Midtown Kansas City has a suggestion: Take piano lessons.

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Evaluate and Restore
Elaine Garrison Elaine Garrison

Evaluate and Restore

Learn how we recondition the exceptional pianos that find their way to the Upcycle Piano Craft showroom. Steve Wilson (above) explains that the meticulous process ensures beautiful music for our customers. Check this spot in future newsletters for info—“the tea”—on your piano’s needs. Tom Morse-Brown photo

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At Upcycle in July
Elaine Garrison Elaine Garrison

At Upcycle in July

Join us for the David Watson Trio at 4:30 p.m. July 2 in the Upcycle Piano Craft showroom, 3945 Main St., for this fearless scatter. Submitted photo

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