![]() A desire to help, coupled with his engineering background gave way to the development of several innovative, rebuilding tools, created by Ralph Onesti and used nationwide by piano remanufacturers and technicians today. His teaching has taken him from private lessons in his shop, to teaching a full Piano Technology Course, locally at the university level, as well as teaching regionally, nationally, and internationally for The Piano Technicians Guild and the Master Piano Technicians of America. As a result of this attitude, and his desire to give back to the field of Piano Technology some of those benefits that he had derived, he set out to instruct others. ![]() Ralph continued to strive for improvement in his day-to-day work. It is therefore evident that a rich background, including engineering, music education, piano studies, and studies in the field of stringed instruments, laid the foundation for Ralph Onesti's becoming one of the most recognized piano remanufacturers in the country and the finest service facility in the Delaware Valley region. In addition, he felt it imperative that he not only become somewhat proficient at playing the instrument, but also that he complete courses in Music Education. In every case, as observed by these masters, the student soon surpassed the mentor. Afterward he set out to further familiarize himself by training with several recognized leaders in the piano industry. He enrolled in studies in the field of Engineering, specifically the areas of Acoustics and Physics. As always, he would not be satisfied until he fully understood every aspect of the job he was to undertake. Ralph's work with the piano would not be limited simply to tuning and repairs. In addition to running a piano tuning service business, with a growing passion for acoustical instruments, Ralph also studied violin making and classical guitar building with a local luthier. This was to become the start of Ralph Joseph Onesti Piano Restorations. Scheer's tutelage, he became proficient in various, essential, field techniques. Scheer, a nationally recognized technician. After showing great accomplishment, and determining that he could do no more for Ralph, his uncle sent him to become an apprentice to one, John L. ![]() He began his studies in the field of Piano Technology in 1962, with his uncle, a longtime Piano Craftsman, at his side while tuning. Registered/Qualified Member of the Piano Technicians Guild and Master Piano Technicians of AmericaĮarly on, it was evident to family and friends, that Ralph Onesti had an uncanny talent for understanding and memorizing, not only the mechanics, but also the physics of many things. You may also visit our Local Artists page which is offered as a courtesy to showcase local talent.Ĭlick to view RPT certification (center graphic), use browser back arrow to return here. Scrolling down, you will find a listing of clients we currently service or have serviced in the past. Below you will learn how and why our company came to be. Phone or Fax 610.833.1657 email: feel that a consumer should know as much as they can about a vendor. Links Local Artists Home About Our Company Ralph Joseph Onesti Piano Restorationsġ317 MacDade Boulevard, Woodlyn, PA 19094 The Gallery Purchasing Guide The Restoration Process Onesti Piano Restorations: History of the company, grand piano rebuilding, teacher of piano technology Piano
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