Welcome to the Bedhampton Pianoshop Blog!


We have been restoring and selling pianos since 1988. We specialise in restoring and reconditioning old pianos, both upright and grand. Our work ranges from minor servicing right through to complete overhauls and rebuilding projects which take many weeks to complete.

The aim of the blog is to post regular progress reports on ongoing restoration work, as well as updates on the current available stock and any new arrivals. Where possible these updates will be accompanied by photos to demonstrate the work that we do.

Graham-Sales Director Bedhampton Pianoshop
02392 484802
http://www.bedhamptonpianoshop.co.uk/

Saturday 22 December 2012

Madeleine..............south harting

Dear Graham
I hope you have forgiven me for opening the door and bursting into tears.The first sight of the restored piano was overwhelming:it was so beautiful,and it had been such a wreck when i first saw it.
It did have a wonderful tone even then,and i could see the beautiful flame figuring in the mahogany when you pointed it out,but it required a great deal of trust on my part when you said it would be a wonderful instrument when finished well it is, and Iam overjoyed with it,and proud to be able to fund its restoration.

Thank you and all your team,for my beatiful piano. Iam absolutely thrilled

Madeleine

edited version

Martin......................chichester

We wanted you to know how pleased we are with the 1952 John brinsmead piano.
It has a lovely rich tone and everything functions beatifully.The French polish that you arranged for us has enhanced the woodwork beyond our expectations.
Thank you very much for your help,and we would have no hesitation in recommending your shop.
best wishes Mrs martin

sam...............................in Lyndhurst

Dear Graham
a belated thank you for a lovely Chappell piano.
Iam having a wonderful time learning to play and am going to attempt grade 3 in the spring.
your expert advise was appreciated.

Sam

Sunday 2 December 2012

SALE SALE SALE

PIANO SALE STARTS MONDAY 3RD DECEMBER.
BARGAIN PRICES FREE LOCAL DELIVERY NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY.

Bechstein,Chappell,Grotrian Steinweg,Hopkinson,Welmar,Knight, etc etc

Friday 26 October 2012

Friday 21 September 2012

Interesting week

had a very interesting week so far.
working on a Bechstein model V upright piano for a client badly in need of some tender loving care.

also just finished a lovely Challen upright piano

Monday 10 September 2012

Monday 27 August 2012

Piano SALE starts 28th August

PIANO SALE NOW ON
at Bedhampton pianoshop
PIANOS FOR SALE are ,Bechstein,Welmar,Knight, Grotrian Steinweg,
Richard Lipp, Challen, etc etc.
See our Web site for details
www.bedhamptonpianoshop.co.uk

must End 15th Sept


Wednesday 15 August 2012

Anthony Noble.Farnborough.(Fellow trinity college of music)



Dear Graham
Thought I would send you a picture of it in situ. Looks and sounds
lovely: you have done a splendid job. The touch is marvelous - the repetition in the middle of the keyboard is excellent now,the tone is stunning and the dynamic range fully justifies Steinway's quaint brand name for these instruments. It is a real joy to play (something that can rarely be said of an upright, or indeed of many grands).



thanks indeed for all your hard work, enthusiasm and expertise, and for the time you have spent seeing us, answering questions and keeping us informed of the work.



With all good wishes



Anthony

ST ANDREW’S CHURCH OF SCOTLAND
GARRISON CHURCH
QUEEN’S AVENUE • ALDERSHOT • GU11 2BY


A Recital of Music for
Recorder & Harpsichord


Olwen Foulkes
&
Anthony Noble





Saturday 18th August at 7.30 pm




Admission free: retiring collection in aid of the organ restoration fund

St Andrew’s is promoting this event as part of its regular outreach programme

Saturday 4 August 2012

Some great buys we have had this week.

JUST ARRIVED

Grotrian steinweg upright piano in mahogany
Knight K10 3 pedal upright in Walnut
Challen Upright in plum mahogany
Knight K10 2 pedal in mahogany

These are stunning pianos

Graham
Director

Sunday 29 July 2012

Wednesday 25 July 2012

Steinway upright



Steinway upright piano almost completed after several weeks in the restoration process

This piano has a truly beautiful sound that would make any musician warm too.

Next on the restoration process Grotrian steinweg, and a Knight piano

Thursday 12 July 2012

Steinway upright piano now ready for regulation,
Coming soon
Grotrain Steinweg 120 upright piano and a Knight K10

watch this space.

only one week left for the grand piano sale Must End
on SATURDAY 21st of JULY

Graham
Director

Tuesday 12 June 2012

Pianos for SALE



Piano SALE must end on Saturday 23rd of June.
another hectic week, finishing off a customer Bechstein model V upright piano.
Just a few ivory keys to repair then all done.

The Steinway upright is near ready for a restring, frame and soundboard prepared the frame will be back in tomorrow.

Grotrian steinweg piano ready now for regulation

Graham nicholls
Bedhampton Pianoshop Director

Friday 1 June 2012


























A very busy week we have had.

On going Restoration of a Steinway upright piano.....alongside a grotrian steinweg.as well as squeezing in a customer Bechstein for some updating.all the pianos early 1900s.

Now off for a rest over the jubilee weekend

Tuesday 15 May 2012

Grotrian Steinweg





Just arrived a Grotrian Steinweg upright piano in Rosewood case.
better photos soon.This is a stunning instrument to play,with an excellent tone.
Fully rebuilt and re polished in the 70s by Morley's of London.......Not played much since.

We have to do some minor restoration and re-regulate the action before sale.
The piano is complemented by a set of Ivory keys

Final price to be decided

go to http://www.bpspianos.com/





for more details



graham nicholls
director

Tuesday 17 April 2012

CAROLE.......Petersfield

Dear Graham

They delivered my piano yesterday. I am delighted with it. It both looks and sounds perfect. Thank you so much.
God bless
Carole

Friday 9 March 2012

Alison............Bordon



Hi Graham,

Thank you so much for restoring the Broadwood piano. It arrived today and we are absolutely delighted with it. It looks so beautiful and it has a broadness, depth and richness of sound which out strips the keyboard we have been using, hugely. We are all very pleased and excited by the new addition to our home. You really have done a terrific job.

Kind Regards,

Alison

Diane, Chidham



Dear Graham
You and your team have done a wonderful job restoring this amazing Broadwood Grand! To be honest, David and I still pinch ourselves as it’s hard to believe such a beautiful piano is now ours, and that we found what we wanted so quickly and so near to home.
Your service, support and enthusiasm has been excellent throughout.
Every best wish
Diana