"[I have] sung with many symphony orchestras – such as the New York
Philharmonic, under the direction of Leonard Bernstein; the Cleveland Orchestra;
the St.Louis Orchestra; and programs for the Rodgers and Hammerstein Foundation
throughout the United States and Europe. And yes, I have been on Broadway and
television. Having found Keith Hurrell through a friend's recommendation, I happily
pass his workmanship on to anyone who needs his services – a superb piano
tuner/technician and musician."
— Anita Darian; soprano, voice teacher
and coach; Google Anita Darian.
"Keith Hurrell has been servicing my piano since 2006, and has
never failed in bringing the mechanical and aural capabilities of my
instrument to its utmost potential. His work ethic and professionalism
are consistently unerring. These attributes have led me to recommend
his services time and time again. Keith's keen musical sense is an indespensible
asset to the professional pianist, student and hobbyist alike."
— Dr.
Melissa Lanfrit-Hait, D.M.A., Pianist and Teacher, Patchogue, NY; www.melissalanfrithait.com.
"I am a professional singer who attended Eastman School of Music,
and regularly performs with the New York Philharmonic and visiting orchestras
at Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall. I am also an actor with the Onion
News Network (ONN) – which established an internet presence after
decades of circulation as a satirical newspaper. ONN was subsequently
purchased by Comedy Central, and was launched as a tv series on the IFC
cable tv network on January 2011. Keith has tended to our piano for many
years, and we're very happy with his work. Not only does Keith do an
excellent job of tuning our piano, but he's exceedingly professional
and proactive. I heartily endorse him, and fell fortunate to have had
him recommended to me. — Esther
David; www.estherldavid.com.
"As a professional concert pianist and instructor, I have been
gifted with knowing and working with Keith Hurrell as an advisor and
also as my personal tuner. I was pleased that at one of my performances,
Keith stayed during the entire concert and was able to quickly and ingeniously
resolve an ongoing mishap with that evening's instrument. On various
occasions, I have requested Keith as my tuner. And, fortunately for me
and for my audience, he was willing to travel. And, I knew that once
he finished, the instrument would once again be in tip-top shape. Working
as a piano teacher, Keith is THE only tuner that my students utilize.
I highly recommend him, due to his organized maintenance and experience
in the tuning of all makes and models of pianos."
— Marianela
Santurio; www.marianelasanturio.com.
"As a professional classical pianist and college music professor,
I am very selective in my choice of piano tuners for my 1923 Steinway
piano. Since my former tuner retired, I have used several piano tuners,
and Keith Hurrell was the one that stood out far above the rest. Keith
is a consummate professional who is a rarity in the field of expert piano
tuning. He not only is a member of the Piano Technicians Guild, but holds
a degree from Hofstra University. In short, he has a developed ear for
music, which helps attribute to his wonderful tuning techniques. After
Keith tunes my 1923 Steinway, I notice I can go longer periods between
tunings. He also tunes to concert pitch, which many tuners do not and
require several tunings to reach A4=440. You and your piano are in 'good
hands' with Mr. Hurrell. Let your piano'sing,' and give him a call."
— Anne Tedesco, Concert
Pianist, Professor of Music, St. John's University, NY.
"I have had the pleasure of having Keith Hurrell tune our pianos
at St. Agnes Cathedral for a number of years. He does an excellent job
every time, and is extremely reliable and courteous. I highly recommend
him for piano tuning and technical work." — Michael L. Bower,
Director of Music, St. Agnes Cathedral Music Department, Rockville Centre,
NY.
"Mr. Hurrell has been tuning our Steinway for concerts and services
for many years. Always consistent and reliable, his work receives compliments
from the various performers we have. He has made himself available to
us even on short notice, and always tries to be as accommodating as possible.
I highly recommend Mr. Hurrell's services." — Cantor Galina
Pali, Temple Israel of Lawrence, NY.
"I am a graduate of Queens College, with a degree in music education,
and have been teaching piano for over 40 years. In that time, I have
had several people tune my piano. None of them possessed the expertise,
precision and dedication that Keith has. Keith has been tuning my piano
since 2008. He is an excellent technician and I trust his judgment without
question. When my piano needed extensive reconditioning, Keith referred
me to the best piano rebuilders in the New York area. I have recommended
his services to many of my students, friends and family; the feedback
I receive from them mirrors my own. I recommend him highly." — Pat
Lichtman, M.A., Piano Teacher.
"Keith Hurrell has been my piano tuner since the late 1980s. As a vocal
coach, I play my piano every day. My Yamaha baby grand is always in tune and
continues to have that bright sound. I have referred friends and family to Keith,
and everyone is very satisfied with the quality of his services." —Carol
Klar, Vocal Coach, Pianist and Performer, B.S. Hofstra University, Masters Class
at Columbia University in Voice, Founder and Director Broadway Local Musical
Revue+Touring Company.
"Keith Hurrell has been tuning my Steinway and Yamaha grand pianos
since 2004. His work is always very satisfactory and I will continue
to call him. I would reccommend his work to all students, teachers and
professional musicians." — Christina E. Sayenga, Piano Teacher
over 30 years.
"Keith has serviced my Yamaha baby grand since I purchase the
instrument. He has always produced a very musical sound from the piano,
and has always given me excellent advice for its care and maintenance.
I have recommended him many times to my students, and always with positive
feedback from them. They have consistently commented on his politeness
and professionalism." — Laury Tatz Herzlin, B.A. Music Education;
member of Actor's Equity Association; American Guild of Musical Artitsts;
performed in original production of Sweeny Todd, directed by Hal Prince;
also worked with Steven Sondheim; Vocal coach for over 25 years.
"Keith Hurrell has been my only piano tuner since 2009. I have
found his tunings to be very accommodating for a professional violin/viola
studio. I have a small baby grand with the usual acoustic problems, which
have been difficult for other technicians to tune to my satisfaction.
I have taught for the past 42 years, hold three advanced degrees in Music
Performance and Education, and am very particular about how accurately
my piano is tuned. I do a great deal of All-State and college audition
tapes, and am confident that the piano accompaniment compliments my students
performances." — Roberta Kaufman-Stalzer, B.M.E., M.M. in
Performance, M.M. in Composition.
"Since 2009, Keith Hurrell has been tuning my piano at least three times
a year. I am more than satisfied with his tuning and his professional demeanor,
and with no hesitation recommend him highly for his fine work." —Robert
A. Foster, B.S. in Music Education, M.A. 36 years teaching all levels of music
education; finished career as Music Specialist in the Hempstead [New York] Public
Schools ... present, I coach and accompany students for the All-State Adjudications
and record with them for their college auditions/applications.
As a professional musician, I play and teach in various venues in the tri-state
area. The importance of quality piano tuning is crucial to giving high quality
performances. It is difficult to find a reliable piano tuner/technician who
provides high quality work. Keith Hurrell has been taking care of the pianos
at several of my performing venues such as Pine Hollow County Club, Piccolo's
and Mill Pond Restaurant, Table Nine, and in my home and I can't recommend
his work highly enough. I have recommended him to work in schools, homes and
restaurants and everyone is very pleased with his work. — Don Sands, Jazz Pianist
and Educator
"I have employed Keith as my in-store and home piano tuner for
many years. Also, I have recommended his services to all of my customers.
His work, skills and techniques are always highly appreciated and complimented,
and as such, I wouldn't consider recommending anyone else." — Mike
Barnett, Owner, Michael's Music, Freeport, NY; Professional Jazz and
Blues Guitarist.
"Dear Keith,
This brief letter is long overdue. You have been my piano tuner for several
years, and I want you to know that I would trust the sound maintenance of my
Yamaha Grand to no one else. I admire your skill, promptness and business ethnic.
You are the consummate professional. Many of my fellow musicians have commented
on the beautiful tone of my piano. I look forward to our continued professional
relationship, and encourage you to use me as a reference whenever you need
one." — Charles Henry, LLC; Professional Pianist and DJ Entertainment.
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