2. Of what use are the dampers? Explain their mechanical action.

3. Mention several of the qualities necessary to a good action.

4. Describe the building of an upright piano.

5. Contrast the musical capacity and peculiar characteristics of
the piano with those of the organ, which has the same keyboard.




LESSON III.

~TECHNICAL NAMES AND USES OF THE PARTS OF THE UPRIGHT PIANO ACTION.~


In the practice of piano tuning, the first thing is to ascertain if
the action is in first-class condition. The tuner must be able to
detect, locate and correct the slightest defect in any portion of the
instrument. Any regulating or repairing of the action should be
attended to before tuning the instrument; the latter should be the
final operation. As a thorough knowledge of regulating and repairing
is practically indispensable to the professional tuner, the author has
spared neither means, labor nor research to make this part of the
lessons very complete, and feels sure that it will meet with the
hearty approval of most, if not all, students. The piano tuner who
knows nothing of regulating and repairing will miss many an
opportunity to earn extra money.