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EARLY PIANO IV: Removing the Fortepiano lid

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Often the lid of an instrument is removed to suit the stage layout, resulting in much needless damage when clumsily done.

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LEARN HOW TO REMOVE THE LID SAFELY BY YOURSELF!

The Stein-type instrument with traditional frame and panel lid has lid hinges with integral pins. Study the movie below and its accompanying technical description for safe lid removal..



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Carey Beebe demonstrating how to safely remove and replace a traditional frame and panel fortepiano lid.
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