The piano holiday season 2020 is different from any that came before. What makes it different? Almost a year’s worth of the coronavirus, face masks and social distancing.

With all the restraints placed on us as far as going out is concerned, many people are focusing on things they can enjoy doing at home, and playing music is at the top of the list, certainly for music lovers. If you’ve been playing the piano for years, you know all the joy it can bring into your life. And if you have decided to start playing during the last year, you’ve discovered it as well.

The interesting thing is that most piano showrooms were closed since they were regarded as “non-essential” businesses. But that didn’t seem to hurt their business at all. In fact, business has boomed, as you can read in this article.

The benefits of having a piano at home

There are many benefits to having a piano at home. First you and your kids can play anytime you want. Now that we all are spending much more time at home than we usually would, that’s a big advantage.

Playing music also has many benefits, from bringing enjoyment to keeping our mood stable and our minds focused. Research has also shown that it helps with brain development, which helps kids do better in school, and keeps the rest of us sharp for many years to come.

Sharing piano holiday season 2020

Inviting lots of people over to a recital is a no-no right now. And recitals at school are no longer happening. But that doesn’t mean that we cannot share our piano holiday music in 2020.

We’ve all become accustomed to Zoom. Whether we’re using a tablet, a computer, or simply the phone, we can record and share anything we want, including our favorite piano music. And if you’re wondering what to play, take a look at some of my Christmas music suggestions.

Keeping that piano in tune

Did you remember to get your piano tuned the last few months? If not, it’s not too late to get it in great shape before Christmas, The best way to get on my schedule is by sending me a text at 804-677-2416, preferably Monday through Friday between 9 and 6. If you prefer to call, that works too, but texting is better since I can’t take calls while I’m working, but I can always check my texts.

A thoughtful gift… Piano gift certificates

If you have a friend with a piano, you can also send them a piano gift certificate. Just give me a call. If they haven’t tuned their piano yet, it will come in really handy. And if they have, the next tune-up will be coming up in late spring – and they’ll remember you fondly then.

So enjoy your piano and use it (along with zoom) to bring joy to your friends and family, close-by or far away. And if I can help you with anything during this unique piano holiday season 2020, such as tuning, repairs, or gift certificates, let me know. Just text me Monday through Friday between 9 and 6 at 804-677-2416.