Insight Piano

Description

Whether it’s a piano recital, a song recital, a piano trio, or a piano concerto – as soon as a grand piano is on stage, an incredible number of factors must be taken into account to achieve the perfect sound: the tuning of the strings, the touch of the keys, and the correct pressure on the pedal. Even the slightest imperfection can turn a long-awaited musical delight into an acoustic nightmare.

Of course, this is not a concern in the professional music world. The fact that nothing squeaks and everything is in perfect tune is thanks to excellent concert technicians, who perform the necessary fine-tuning on the 88 keys of a concert grand piano before every concert. In »Insight Piano«, Simon Rempe, master piano builder at Steinway & Sons, and pianist Elisabeth Brauß explain what to look for in a piano and why different pianists prefer different models. The event begins at 6 p.m. with a guided tour of the Steinway & Sons production halls, followed by a short refreshment break with cold drinks, after which Simon Rempe and Elisabeth Brauß will offer fascinating insights into the collaboration between piano builders and pianists, accompanied by live music.

The audience can then delve even deeper into the world of piano music at Elisabeth Brauß’s concert on November 24, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. in the Recital Hall at the Elbphilharmonie.