January 27

Piano Tuner Looking for Adventure!

Do you live in a remote community with no piano technician?

Do you know people who want to learn how to tune a piano?

I have travelled great distances to provide piano tuning services to remote communities and educational opportunities in areas that lack a piano technology school.

My family and I are looking for travel opportunities and I am hoping some of my subscribers might have some ideas, or know of a place where my skills could be an asset.

Please contact me if you have any suggestions.

Mark

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