Dave Tennett is a master craftsman in piano rebuilding and refinishing. He transformed a run down, non playable 1900 Steinway A into a magnificent looking and sounding instrument at a fraction of the cost of a comparable new one – and a new one wouldn’t be as good. I am now inspired by the wonderful sound and performance of this piano to practice on a regular basis as I did years ago in college when I was a music/piano performance major. Investing in this rebuilt and refinished Steinway was one of the best decisions I ever made.
Christopher J. Brill, Esq. , Newtown, PA
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My 1934 Knabe baby grand piano which I had since I was 8 years old was in desperate need of total restoring and refinishing. My choice for this overhaul was David Tennett. It was gone for 5 months and when I saw it again I could not believe what a beautiful job he had done.I was transported back in time to what it must have looked like in a showroom in 1934 and was grateful it reappeared in the same condition as it must have been then. David loves his work and it shows in his ability and his sharing of many tales of how he arrived at this present time as the preeminent piano restorer
N. Russell, New Hope PA
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In the mid 1950’s, my grandfather, a professional musician, acquired for my mother a Steinway B when I was a baby. I grew up with that piano and am now a professional pianist, music director, and composer. I had been told my 1923 black-lacquered Steinway had been custom made for a famous pianist in San Francisco. After decades the action needed work so badly that I didn’t even play my piano much through the 90’s and 2000’s. Deciding to have it rebuilt by David Tennett was the smartest thing I ever did! I’ll never know if my late mother and grandfather knew this, but David Tennett discovered underneath the black-lacquered finish a custom made walnut piano, which is much more valuable. Read the book PIANO: THE MAKING OF A STEINWAY CONCERT GRAND by James Barron, and you’ll understand all David Tennett goes through to take the piano apart and refinish and rebuild it with all new parts. Now I think of David every time I look at my Steinway, and play it now for hours every day. His work will last my lifetime and beyond!
Don T., Bucks County, PA
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I’m a little late in writing this as I’ve been enjoying the fruits of David’s labor for about a month now. I recently purchased the Plumsteadville Inn and found a beat up barely recognizable piano sitting on wobbly legs in the middle of the dining room. Had I not been tipped off that it could be restored I probably would have thrown it out. Luckily after several fact finding calls we ended up with Mr. Tennett at our restaurant and he assured us that we had a one of a kind piano that would be well worth fixing. The results were incredible !! From a pile of Kindling DGT restored and refurbished an 1894 Steinway Grand to showroom condition. People can’t believe it’s the same piano. I am ecstatic with the finished result and musicians from all over have been overjoyed at the opportunity to be able to play such a beautiful classic. I can not say enough good things about the professionalism and courtesy we have enjoyed in associating with DGT. I highly recommend to anyone with a piano to repair, to check out the wonderful job DGT did with ours.
A. Evangelista Plumsteadville Inn. February 2012
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Classic Musical Instruments – DGT Piano is the ‘artist in residence’ when it comes to piano rebuilding and refinishing and the ONLY company I will recommend to my customers.
R. McFeeters, Ambler, PA
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Dave, Our (2nd) piano that you restored for us showed up this week here in Minneapolis, and I wanted to drop you a note to tell you how much we love it. I’d seen the piano (painted white) in Annie’s Grandmother’s house for years – and in quite a state of disrepair (smoke damage, etc). I truly couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw what you’d done with it! You did a fabulous job, and we can’t thank you enough.
S. Hahn, Minneapolis, MN
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Can you believe I’m still riding high from that experience with Dave! I was like a kid in a candy store. Both Dave and the Steinway were awesome! He did an amazing job on the piano and it is so wonderful to meet someone who takes such pride in their work. I will certainly be recommending him for any piano restoration work !!!!
Andre A. Doylestown, PA
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Dave, I want to tell you again how thrilled I am with the work and craftsmanship that you have done to make my Steinway into the handsome-looking and the beautiful-sounding instrument that it is.
The case is magnificent. I run my hand over it, feeling how smooth it is and noting the care that was obviously taken to make it look so elegant. I stand and look at the plate, the felts, hammers, the decal, and I think of the many, many hours of time and craftsmanship necessary to achieve what I enjoy today. After five months of being with you, “my old friend” came home dressed in elegant new garb, singing a beautiful new sound.
Again, I extend my deepest appreciation for all you have done to give me a gift I will enjoy for many, many years!
Connie D. Horsham, PA
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Dave Tennett has been a piano rebuilder and restorer for over thirty years. He is thoroughly knowledgeable about every facet of piano rebuilding. Dave has become a master of the piano building craft. He is a man of integrity who deserves his fine reputation. You can feel confidant about his skill and experience. A musician playing a Dave Tennett instrument is playing a supremely fine piano and can be assured many years of enjoyable playing. Dave rebuilt my damaged Steinway B which I have now been enjoying for ten years!
Jean A., Delaware County, PA
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Dave,
The piano looks beautiful and sounds even better. I’m just thrilled with how it plays and the entire Pianomation player system. What a treat !!!! Thank you so very much for all your hard work to bring this old girl back to life !!!!
Sue Ann M. North Wales, PA
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Hi David,
The piano arrived and it looks really lovely! Thank you so much for your efforts. Your artistry is greatly appreciated !!!!!
Best regards,
Lou and Kathy H. Newtown, PA
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David,
The piano arrived safely. It is simply beautiful to play, to hear and to see. I am excited for my mother to see it and play it when she visits in a few weeks, though I fear she may want her piano back! Thank You so much. Your technical skill and sense of craftsmanship are beyond compare. We feel so fortunate to have had you do the work on our Steinway model “A” Circassian walnut from 1914. Not only did you meticulously restore a family gem, you made the process easy and effortless for us and were an absolute pleasure to do business with.
Elizabeth G. New Hope, PA
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Dear Dave,
Just a note to express to you my sincerest appreciation for the beautiful job that you did refinishing the Baldwin SF ebony satin grand piano. I’m sure it was great just working on such a beautiful instrument but you did a beautiful job on it.
On behalf of the church and myself, thanks so much.
Cordially in Christ,
Chelten Baptist Church
Glenn R.B
Pastor
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David,
Wow!!!!! We are blown away with the way the piano looks. It looks incredible !!!!
Dr. Len S. Richboro, Pa
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Wow it looks and sounds better than a new Steinway “B”. Excellent craftsmanship and a pleasure to work with.
Kirsten J Mahwah, NJ
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Hi David,
The piano is beautiful, we couldn’t be happier ! Thanks again for the amazing work on our Baldwin Grand.
-Deb and Ed L Glenside, PA
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