Repairs pop up weekly in this business, and when we are at a job, we’re not able to carry our entire shop. Therefore, all the tools and supplies that fit in my bag and my car are what I have at my disposal. In the attached photo, some of the felt was detached at the base of this pedal chest. Ideally, you would use clamps when gluing something back together. This trip we did not have the luxury of clamps, so screwdrivers it is!
“Three of my favorite things in regards to piano work : the music, learning how things work, and restoring old and neglected things to their former glory.”
— Christine
Piano Technician and Chamber Vocalist
Christine grew up in Ellisville where she began playing piano at the age of seven years old. She developed her musicianship studying piano from several well-respected piano instructors in the Saint Louis area. Christine studied at the University of Missouri Kansas City where she earned a Bachelors Degree in Vocal Performance. She went on to earn her Master of Music in Choral Conducting from Webster University. She is currently performing as a 2nd Soprano with the Saint Louis Chamber Chorus under the direction of Philip Barnes. Christine’s music career has allowed her to perform in over a dozen countries in North America and Europe including several performances at Carnegie Hall. As an accomplished musician, Christine knows that a well-cared for piano is a powerful tool for musicians at all levels. Her passion for helping each piano along to its fullest potential brought her study to the piano technology. She brought seven years of experience in the field working as a local piano technician before joining the team at Vanguard Piano Service in 2023. Christine completed the Piano Technician Guild’s certification exams, earning the designation of Registered Piano Technician (RPT) in 2024.
Continued Education
Christine has been active with the local Piano Technicians Guild (PTG) for several years growing her piano knowledge and helping organize trainings and meetings for other professional technicians in the Saint Louis area for the organization. She attends National and Regional Training Conventions and actively engages other industry professionals through educational and social media forums. Christine will continue to elevate her service working alongside the team at Vanguard Piano Service.
