In this episode, we talk about the piano sound perception and the art of creating a good sound. What lies in pianists' hands and what doesn't? What makes the sound beautiful? What makes the sound ugly? How is the sound created? Which piano sounds well and why?

• How does it work technically?


• What makes the sound nice?


• Your individual sound


• Good pianos, bad pianos


• What's in pianists’ hands and what's not?


• Piano technicians


• Sound perception in venues


• Recordings


• Piano choice


• Modern pianos


• Historical pianos

🎹✨ What makes piano sound beautiful or ugly? In this episode, we explore how pianists shape tone, the technical secrets behind great sound, and what’s truly within their control. Discover why some pianos sing while others disappoint, the magic of historical vs. modern instruments, and how venues, recordings, and piano technicians influence what you hear. 🎶🔍

🎙️ Hosted by Paulina Wunder and Ingolf Wunder.

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