Raymond Kampermann, RPT*, of Woodway, Texas, was among more than 600 attendees, including piano service specialists, manufacturers and suppliers, who attended the Piano Technicians Guild Annual Convention and Technical Institute last month.
“I couldn’t be more excited by the energy and excitement I felt at this year’s convention,” said PTG President Phil Bondi, RPT. “Attendance was up and people seemed genuinely excited about opportunities the event was preparing them for.”
This year’s event offered 275 total hours of classroom and hands-on learning led by more than 90 instructors from around the world. More than half of the classes offered were new for the 2015 Convention.
“Piano technicians live in a world where tradition and technology meet,” Bondi said. “It’s amazing how far we can now go in the coupling of old and new technologies. It’s leading the way to an exciting future for our members and the treasured instruments they care for.”
“It’s always encouraging to meet with my colleagues from around the world and share ideas about our business, as well as our love for the piano. I learned a lot during the convention and can’t wait to start implementing some of the things I learned to help my customers continue to take the best care possible of their pianos.” said Raymond Kampermann, owner of Kampermann Piano Center.
Kampermann Piano Center is located in Woodway, Texas and is owned by Raymond Kampermann and his wife Jennifer. Services include piano tuning and repair, piano lessons, moving services as well as new and used piano sales. For more information, visit theirKampermannPianoCenter.com or call Jennifer Kampermann at (254) 523-3610.
An annual event since 1958, the PTG Convention and Technical Institute is the world’s largest piano technology convention. In addition to classes, attendees were treated to concerts, receptions, breakfasts and luncheons. The 2016 Piano Technicians Guild Convention will take place in Norfolk, VA.
*The Piano Technicians Guild grants the Registered Piano Technician (RPT) credential after a series of rigorous examinations that test skill in piano tuning, regulation and repair.
The Piano Technicians Guild is the world’s premier source of piano service expertise. It promotes the highest possible standards of piano service by providing opportunities for professional development, by recognizing technical competence through examinations and by advancing the interests of its members.