Maria Pollock

 

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Since 1996 I have been serving pianos in the Chicago area and its Northern suburbs. I provide service for grand and upright pianos to private customers and institutions.

In 2004 I was accepted as a member of the Piano Technicians Guild.

As a Tuner & Technician I

  • tune the strings of a piano
  • service the action
  • maintain the case of the piano
  • provide repairs and replacement of piano action parts
  • install climate control systems for pianos
  • evaluate and estimate pianos.

If you have any questions about pianos, please call 773 286 6368 or email me; I can also advise you concerning any regulating issues.

I grew up in Heroldstatt, a small village in southern Germany. At the age of 13 I became the village's church organist. I pursued professional music education and became a junior high school teacher in 1994. When I graduated I did not only have a degree in my pocket but also my first tuning hammer and a basic idea of piano tuning.

After I had moved to Chicago (and got married) I apprenticed with the late Steven Wilson, Skokie, IL. Steve's swift tuning skills were only surpassed by his unparalleled humor. He taught me in-home piano tuning and servicing.

From November 2004 to May 2006, I worked with James Fullmer, a renowned rebuilder in Chicago.

I am looking forward to meeting you and your piano. If you would like to own a piano I will be glad to consult with you regarding your choices.