Registered Piano Technician in the Piano Technicians Guild
Graduate of Piano Technology Course from Western Iowa Tech Community College (Sioux City, IA)
Serving Sangamon and surrounding counties since 1982
Business highlights
43 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Piano Tuning, Piano Service, Piano Repair, Piano Maintenance
Description of Work: I purchased an older Wurlitzer Spinet piano for my grandson. Although it had been stored indoors, it had not been used in 7 years. While I knew it was way out of tune, I had no idea whether or not there were structural or technical issues. Dwight provided a thorough examination; made all the required adjustments; and, tuned the piano. I am now confident the piano is in good condition and will be ready for my grandson when he begins lessons this Fall. Thank you, Dwight! I'm sure we'll have you back for the next routine tuning.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$280
Anne D.
06/2015
4.0
piano tuning
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unknown
Description of Work: Tuned piano (baby grand) and checked out problems with sounding board. Told him the piano normally sounded "bright" - which he understood apparently as that is how I wanted it tuned - so the tuning came out a little more shrill than I had expected but it was well done. My concern was the unexpected cost of the process - I had anticipated paying between 80 and 150 for an initial tuning considering it had not been tuned in a couple of years - but it was double the top expectation. He is good and very thorough - but people should be aware that the initial cost, at least, will be high.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Linda K.
10/2013
5.0
piano tuning
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I would definitely recommend him for any piano work.
Description of Work: Our piano had not been tuned for approx. 15 years. Dwight raised the pitch on the piano and did other work as needed, but did not actually tune the piano,
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$144
Rusty I.
08/2013
5.0
piano tuning
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I have had the extreme pleasure in having Dwight D. Denzer as my piano tuner/technician for over 30 years! He has tuned my piano and all the pianos at any church I have ever served in as a church musician. In all my years as a musician, I have never found another piano tuner/technician like Dwight. He brings a quality and many decades of experience and knowledge with him each time he looks at any instrument I have him contracted to do so. He is the ONLY piano technician in Springfield, Illinois, as well as, a Superb piano tuner. I know for a fact that Dwight attends piano tuner/technician guild meetings throughout the United States and is always continuing his education in the knowledge and craftsmanship of caring for the pianos he is privileged to serve on! One thing is for sure, Dwight will ALWAYS give you His Best and will tell you just what your instrument needs to bring it to its and quot;Best Tuning!and quot; When Dwight has been at my home or church, he leaves the instrument(s) in and quot;Perfect Tune!and quot; He is and quot;The Bestand quot; in my opinion and the quality of service that you receive and the and quot;Confidenceand quot; that you are receiving the and quot;Best Care Possibleand quot; continues to be Dwight's Trademark!
Description of Work: Tuned and Regulated my Kawaii Continental Console Piano. Dwight also tightened all loose screws and always checks the entire instrument and takes care of anything it needs or lets me know if there are any problems so we can address them in a separate session.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$141
Bill C.
01/2013
5.0
piano tuning
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Dwight called me the next day, and we arranged a time to meet at my house to tune and check the piano. I'm very reluctant to have anyone do any regulation or action work until I get to know them a little since I'm extremely particular about my piano. Dwight came on the date and was a few minutes early. We went to the piano, and he spent about 20-30 minutes looking at it, both inside and outside. He made comments about a few things which I had not noticed (one string wrapped around the tuning pin in a peculiar manner, for example). He told me he thinks the piano is in very good condition. I had commented earlier about many tuners who tune with a pitch generator. He informed me he carries one too but uses it only as a tuning fork to get the true A 440. It's been a long time sine I've seen a piano tuned so thoroughly. On his website he mentions he charges by the hour ($72 an hour), and a general tuning lasts for 1.5 hours ($108). He started promptly at 3:00pm. He spent a lot of time talking with me about the piano and about music in general. I also have an 8' Sabathil harpsichord, and he took a few minutes to look at it, not for tuning or professional comment, just out of curiosity. I tried to stay out of the room as much as possible during the actual tuning to keep from bothering him. He performed an excellent tuning of the piano, not just matching pitches with a pitch generator, but actually turning each string within the context of different harmonies. In another 3 or 4 months I'll have him return for another tuning, and I'm going to have him remove the action, tighten all hardware, and give it a general over-hauling. I am very pleased with his work.
Description of Work: I have a 7' Schimmel grand piano which I've had for about 18 years. I have it tuned every 3 or 4 months and take great pride in maintaining it meticulously. The piano tuner I've been using for many years passed away, and have been anxious to find someone who could match the quality of the previous tuner. I visited Dwight's Piano Works website, read the information, and contacted him via email.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$108
Response from DWIGHT'S PIANO WORKS
Thank you, sir! I look forward to servicing your piano again.
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FAQ
DWIGHT'S PIANO WORKS is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
DWIGHT'S PIANO WORKS accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Financing Available
No, DWIGHT'S PIANO WORKS does not offer free project estimates.
No, DWIGHT'S PIANO WORKS does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, DWIGHT'S PIANO WORKS does not offer a senior discount.
No, DWIGHT'S PIANO WORKS does not offer emergency services.
No, DWIGHT'S PIANO WORKS does not offer warranties.
DWIGHT'S PIANO WORKS offers the following services: Piano Tuning, Piano Service, Piano Repair, Piano Maintenance