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Traditional English Upright Pianos: What to Know Before You Buy One
English uprights from makers such as Chappell have been part of Sri Lankan homes for generations. Here is how…
Piano Prices in Sri Lanka: What a Used Upright Piano Really Costs
What decides the price of a second-hand upright piano in Sri Lanka, what else to budget for — delivery, tuning…
Yamaha or Kawai? Choosing a Used Japanese Upright Piano in Sri Lanka
Most second-hand upright pianos in Sri Lanka are Japanese Yamaha and Kawai instruments. Here is how the two ma…
Ranjan Fernando Piano Centre | St. Benedict's College Musical Heritage
Discover the century-old musical connection between Ranjan Fernando Piano Centre and St. Benedict's College, f…
Röslau Blue Label Piano Wire Now in Sri Lanka
Röslau Blue Label Piano Wire Now in Sri Lanka Ranjan Fernando Piano Centre is proud to introduce Röslau Blu…
Featured in Divaina, 20 April 2004: The Piano Built in Sri Lanka by Master Ranjan Fernando
On 20 April 2004, the Sinhala daily Divaina featured a piano built in Sri Lanka by Master Ranjan Fernando, his…
Ivory Keys vs Modern Materials: What's Actually on Your Piano's Keys
Pianos built before about the 1970s may have genuine ivory key tops, while later pianos almost always use plas…
Trade In Your Old Piano: How Upgrades and Part-Exchange Work
Trade In Your Old Piano: How Upgrades and Part-Exchange Work Outgrowing a first piano is a good problem to ha…
What to Expect from Piano Lessons: A Guide for Beginners and Parents
Starting piano lessons is a big step for any student or parent. Here's what a typical lesson structure, practi…
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