Four Types Of Pianos

If you haven't noticed, the piano used during concerts is much bigger than those pianos some people have at home. Pianos are classified into two and under each classification are 3-4 subtypes. Here's a brief description on the different types of piano.

1. Upright Piano. This type of vertical piano is also known as the Grandma's piano and this is probably because it is usually the type of piano your grandparents most likely had. The upright piano is considered the tallest among the other subtypes of vertical pianos. The upright piano's height is between 45 inches to 60 inches or even more the width which is about 58 inches.

Most upright pianos were manufactured in America between the 1920s and the 1940s. The upright piano is not only great to play with but it can also be a good piece of furniture. When properly cared for, the upright piano can last for a long, long time and the younger generation can still have a chance to play it. If it is not well maintained, it will be nothing but a good piece of furniture rather than an outstanding musical instrument.

2. Concert Grand. This is the largest among the subtypes of grand pianos. It is around 2.75 meters or 9 feet long. Judging from the term itself, it is already pretty obvious that this is the type of piano used in piano concerts.

Concert grand pianos produce sounds loud enough to be heard around the concert hall. Other than being the largest, this is also the heaviest piano. If you look at the make of a concert grand, it is really hard not to notice the elegance it exudes.

In addition, concert grand pianos are also used in musicals. This type of piano is really not ideal for home use simply because its size will take up a lot of space. This piano is ideal for experienced and professional pianists because this piano produces high quality sound.

3. Studio Piano. This is another subtype of vertical pianos. The studio piano stands at around 44 inches to 48 inches with a width of 58 inches, the same as that of the upright piano. This is the type of piano you usually see in music schools or studios.

Due to the additional height of studio pianos, it is capable of producing sounds comparable to those produced by the grand piano. In addition, the latest studio pianos also have the capacity to mimic the feel of a grand piano. The studio piano is also very durable and if well taken care of can last for years.

4. Boudoir or Parlor Grand. This grand piano is also known as the living room grand piano. It measures around 5 feet to seven feet. The features of the parlor grand are more or less the same as with the traditional grand piano. It is medium in size and usually comes with a matching bench. This type of grand piano is ideal for teenagers and those intermediate pianists.