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"Just as there are piano players and then there are fine pianists, there are likewise piano tuners and then there are fine piano technicians. A piano tuner tunes the piano, often with a digital device. A great technician has the ear of a true musician. A great technician makes the piano sing to its optimal level, opening artistic pathways for the musician. After Ryan works on my piano, I feel as if it almost plays itself. He opens the instrument up to all of its sonic capabilities. He gets it to SING!" - Jessica Williams, pianist, composer, and two-time grammy nominee

 

 

 

"Thank you so much for the magnificent work on the piano.  I've never heard it sound/play that well. It was like a different piano...it was spectacular." Charlie Albright, International Award-wining Concert Artist

 

 

 

 

I decided to buy a piano and to learn how to play it. I planned to buy a $500 piano from the newspaper. Ryan patiently showed me several pianos and talked to me about the strengths and weaknesses of each. After shopping around, I bought a beautiful PS Wick from him, which he had refurbished. I'm so glad that I paid a little bit more and got a piano in good working order. My friend bought a cheaper piano - it proved to to be difficult to play and required additional work.Ryan also recommended a great local piano teacher. I've been playing the piano daily and taking lessons since then. I love the piano - and Ryan still tunes it.

Helen Berry - Oceanographer
Olympia, Washinton

 

 

 

 

 

 

I am delighted to recommend Ryan Sowers for any and all service to your piano, from top quality tuning and aesthetic adjustment of tone, to care of the very soul of your instrument! He can spot a good quality, but forgotten vintage piano and refurbish it with a skill matched only by his love for the work and the joy of bringing the instrument to its highest potential. He made it possible for me to own this beautiful, 100 year old Knabe upright grand which he brought to life after a number of years of neglect. I love my piano!

Call him if you need help buying a used or new piano. He has great expertise. His energy for the piano is so contagious, I feel inspired to continue with a higher appreciation for my own musical calling. Ryan is also a charming human being. He recieves my highest recommendation as a craftsman and artist. Ask him to play something for you after he tunes your instrument. As an accomplished pianist, he will fill your home with glorious sound!

Penny Purkerson - Piano Teacher
Olympia, Washington

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dear Ryan,

I love my piano! I feel like I found just the right piano for me. And my 10-year-old has become truly inspired about it. Thank you so much!

-Rachel

 

 

 

 

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Dear Ryan,

Thank you so much for all of your great work! We LOVE our piano. Thank you so much for bringing it into our lives.

To a long & musical relationship!

-Erica Lenker, Lenkerbrook Landscaping www.lenkerbrook.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ryan Sowers is that rare piano tuner-technician who is an excellent pianist and is able to translate his sensitivity as a player into the focus for the technical work that he does. He is always learning and adding to his already fine skills as a tuner, voicer, regulator and rebuilder. If ever I couldn't tune/service my own piano, Ryan is one of a very small group of tuner-technicians that I would be totally happy to have work on my piano.

Darrell Fandrich, RPT
Marysville, WA

www.fandrich.com

 

 

 

 

"Working with Ryan Sowers has been a complete joy. He brings out the full potential of my Yamaha grand piano and keeps it in tip-top shape."

Paul Edwards, Pianist and Teacher
Rochester, WA

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Ryan Sowers restored my baby grand piano that had been pushed aside, now it's a source of pride. Painfully out of tune and a chore to play, it sat in the corner rarely played. Ryan's technical skill, trained ear and his love of playing the piano brought the sound and action back. New keys and strings now make it a pleasure to play. Practicing has become a deeply satisfying experience as beautiful sounds come forth with little effort. My friends play it bringing music into our home. My humble home becomes a concert hall on Sunday afternoons with friends. I recommend Ryan's work and would be glad to answer any questions you may have about his work.

Patricia Holm, Retired State Worker
Olympia, WA

 

 

 

 

"Ryan Sowers is always welcome at my house. He combines his skill as a piano technician with good musicianship. For my concerts, he's my first choice of technicians."

Robert Jorgensen, concert pianist, recording artist, and composer
Olympia, WA

 

 

 

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I had been waiting for the day I would be able to buy my own piano and thought the day would never come. I want to thank Ryan for bringing this beautiful 1893 Hardman piano to my attention.

Ryan made my dreams come true with this gorgeous upright grand piano. I've really come to love the piano in a new way after seeing all the parts of the instrument and the restoration that Ryan has done. His work is truly phenomenal. My husband and I have a new found respect and appreciation for the older instruments. Not only is the quality unmatched, they have such a story behind them and they carry such spirit in their song. We feel privileged to have this piano in our home. I play it every chance I get and the smile never leaves my face when I hear that beautiful tone.

When you meet Ryan and hear him talk about his work, it is clear that it is more than a successful skill and trade for him. It is a true part of who he is and you can see it in his eyes when he plays. The whole experience of buying this piano from him has increased our appreciation for the instrument. With the adjustments and care Ryan has given this piano, it truly plays and sounds like a dream.

My husband and I look forward to each time Ryan tunes our piano so we can hear him play. Thank you Ryan for sharing your talent and enthusiasm with us.

Heather Schriver
Tacoma
, WA

 

 

 

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