Piano Store Reviews For Allegro Pianos CT
Posted on the web by lilylady
Dear Ori and Rebecca,
Thank you so much for helping me find my dream piano, which for me has been a nearly lifelong hope and vision. The piano represents my past and current passion for music and now provides a wonderful means to instill the same love for music in our children!!
Your thoughtfulness, your time, your musical wisdom and your patience have been extraordinary. Thank you to both of you for making this process so wonderfully memorable for our entire family.
With warmest gratitude and cheers,
~Katy N.
Thank you so much for helping me find my dream piano, which for me has been a nearly lifelong hope and vision. The piano represents my past and current passion for music and now provides a wonderful means to instill the same love for music in our children!!
Your thoughtfulness, your time, your musical wisdom and your patience have been extraordinary. Thank you to both of you for making this process so wonderfully memorable for our entire family.
With warmest gratitude and cheers,
~Katy N.
Posted October 21, 2006 on the web by Ryan E
Sunday afternoon we drove over to Stamford to Allegro Pianos. Our experience there was one of a kind. Ori greeted us warmly at the showroom door. He had arranged for entertainment for our four children while my wife and I received what I will call the Allegro Experience. For those of you who have not been to Ori's showroom, there are many details about the experience that I will purposely leave out. I will sum all of those details up in a single sentence.
Ori operates under a different business model that ensures his success and the satisfaction of his customers.
If any of you are struggling in the piano industry, I would suggest that you hire Ori as a consultant. I have no idea whether or not he is available for consulting, but if you are not, Ori, you would do well to consider it. Since our visit, I have been seeking ways to implement aspects of the Allegro Experience in my own business (totally unrelated to pianos).
Now for the pianos and my impressions. First, let me say that I have never played better prepared pianos. While you may think this is an unequivocally good thing, it really has two sides. The down side is that Ori's showroom is not like the typical piano store where there is one or a few pianos that really shine for you. All of the pianos feel and sound fantastic...
Ori operates under a different business model that ensures his success and the satisfaction of his customers.
If any of you are struggling in the piano industry, I would suggest that you hire Ori as a consultant. I have no idea whether or not he is available for consulting, but if you are not, Ori, you would do well to consider it. Since our visit, I have been seeking ways to implement aspects of the Allegro Experience in my own business (totally unrelated to pianos).
Now for the pianos and my impressions. First, let me say that I have never played better prepared pianos. While you may think this is an unequivocally good thing, it really has two sides. The down side is that Ori's showroom is not like the typical piano store where there is one or a few pianos that really shine for you. All of the pianos feel and sound fantastic...
In Response by JerryS88
It was fun reading your description of Ori's presentation, Ryan, since I had the same feeling when I visited his showroom - like being a kid in a candy store, and isn't it ridiculous that you can play piano all your life and never learn how it is constructed and how it works? From my experience shopping at many other showrooms, I was surprised at how many pianos seemed not to have been prepped, or were poorly prepped. I just don't understand how people can buy a piano based on future potential, so I really appreciated how well prepped Ori's pianos were.
Ori and Rebecca,
It was GREAT meeting you and getting to spend time falling in love. I continue to second guess which of the Bluthner model 2s would be more “perfect” for me, but I guess if it’s a close call it can’t be a “bad” decision. Thanks also for lunch and the ride to the airport. Ori, I will at least be able to return the lunch favor when you’re here!! Regards, ~Ernie S |
Dear Ori,
I am giddy with joy to have bought the Bluthner. It not only has the action and response that I seek; it has the sound...
The Bluthner makes threads of sound... it makes textures suitable for all kinds of music, from seductive to light-hearted.
~All the best,
Diane B.
I am giddy with joy to have bought the Bluthner. It not only has the action and response that I seek; it has the sound...
The Bluthner makes threads of sound... it makes textures suitable for all kinds of music, from seductive to light-hearted.
~All the best,
Diane B.
Hi Ori,
I’m enjoying the piano you sold me and spoke to Dana today about setting up lessons. I’m teaching myself Moonlight Sonata, of course, and relearning Fur Elise. My mother-in-law has been teaching herself to play on the Steingraeber. She is starting up a piano search as well. We also inspired her sister in California to get some lessons. My 7 yr old figured out twinkle twinkle little star and even has learned to hold his hand position correctly. My 3 and 4 yr olds are also doing 5ths with their little fingers. My 3 yr old Emily wants me to figure out Three Little Birds by Bob Marley and teach her. The piano fever is spreading man, it’s great. The sound on the Steingraeber is amazing. I have to say though; I think it seems to be changing all the time. I’m not sure if it’s me or if it’s just setting in. Probably a bit of both. I sit there some days and just listen to the overtones and harmonics ringing out. It is an amazing upright. ~Cliff B |
Dear Rebecca:
I cannot tell you how much pleasure I get from playing the Kawai baby grand we purchased in June 2013. The touch is perfect and the sound is wonderful. I realize this wasn’t one of your largest sales, but I just wanted to let you know how pleased I was with the value and quality of the instrument, your fine service, and easy payment terms. I truly felt your mission was more than just running a business, but enabling people to experience the joys of music.
Thanks again for your attention.
~Jon D. R.
I cannot tell you how much pleasure I get from playing the Kawai baby grand we purchased in June 2013. The touch is perfect and the sound is wonderful. I realize this wasn’t one of your largest sales, but I just wanted to let you know how pleased I was with the value and quality of the instrument, your fine service, and easy payment terms. I truly felt your mission was more than just running a business, but enabling people to experience the joys of music.
Thanks again for your attention.
~Jon D. R.
Hi Ori,
I just wanted to thank you for an amazing time in your showroom today - your presentation was just amazing - wonderfully informative, fascinating and helpful. I was convinced that no matter what piano I would manage to pick, I'd be filled with self-doubts about it, and instead I am just beaming with pleasure at my choice. I know that it also has alot to do with the phenomenal way you prepare your pianos, and that, too, has given me alot of confidence.
So, Ori, thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and expertise, and making this process so pleasurable and so much easier than I could have imagined in the end....
~Jerry
I just wanted to thank you for an amazing time in your showroom today - your presentation was just amazing - wonderfully informative, fascinating and helpful. I was convinced that no matter what piano I would manage to pick, I'd be filled with self-doubts about it, and instead I am just beaming with pleasure at my choice. I know that it also has alot to do with the phenomenal way you prepare your pianos, and that, too, has given me alot of confidence.
So, Ori, thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and expertise, and making this process so pleasurable and so much easier than I could have imagined in the end....
~Jerry
Dear Ori,
I can’t begin to tell you how thrilled we are with the Blüthner model 2! The clarity of sound and light, quick action make it a joy to play. It has been the perfect instrument for our sanctuary. I have played a lot of different instruments as a professional pianist, and I have never enjoyed an instrument more.
We appreciate the time you took with us to explain and demonstrate the differences between instruments – it was so interesting and informative! It is rare to have the opportunity to play so many different pianos in the same space, back to back. Your extensive knowledge, and willingness to give us time with different instruments helped us make the best choice, and I’m sure we will never regret the purchase.
I’ll look forward to working with you again in the future!
Sincerely,
Patricia G.
Director of Music
I can’t begin to tell you how thrilled we are with the Blüthner model 2! The clarity of sound and light, quick action make it a joy to play. It has been the perfect instrument for our sanctuary. I have played a lot of different instruments as a professional pianist, and I have never enjoyed an instrument more.
We appreciate the time you took with us to explain and demonstrate the differences between instruments – it was so interesting and informative! It is rare to have the opportunity to play so many different pianos in the same space, back to back. Your extensive knowledge, and willingness to give us time with different instruments helped us make the best choice, and I’m sure we will never regret the purchase.
I’ll look forward to working with you again in the future!
Sincerely,
Patricia G.
Director of Music
Dear Ori and Rebecca:
I'd like to make good on my promise to write you a note about my piano shopping experience and its aftermath. I just spent my first weekend with my new Bluthner D vertical, and that has stirred many emotions overflowing me at times, but perhaps the strongest is astonishment: after 12 years of playing piano, only now am I beginning to see what this instrument is really about. It is as if you wake up one morning and discover that the world has color...This piano talks to me, anticipates what I want to do, gives me a whole new dimension of depth and nuance as well as incredible grace and precision. I am so excited and eager to begin exploring this new realm, and I want to start by thanking the people who brought me to its entrance. You have made one man really, really happy...
I never expected that piano shopping would turn out to be one of the most edifying experiences of my adult life. My expectations were modest and driven by my past dealings with other consumer products such as cars -- I thought I would spend a bit more money and get something a bit better than what I had, a simple commercial transaction, nothing to get excited about. Boy, was I wrong about that one -- I am very grateful to you for being my guide in that world, for showing me what's there and helping me discover what I was looking for.
In our age of mediocrity, it was so refreshing to find out that there is a business built around the concepts of quality, craftsmanship, and tradition, and to see the incredible difference these values make for the pianos that you were showing me. I truly appreciate the fact that there are still manufacturers who live by the rules from the olden days, and I want to express my heartfelt special thanks to the Bluthner family and their craftsmen who built my wonderful piano that is giving me so much joy -- perhaps you could find a way to pass my sincere appreciation on to them.
I am also very impressed with my customer experience. I think you have spent more time with me during my visits to Allegro Piano stores than all other salespeople combined during my entire life... And it wasn't just time -- I've learned so much from you about the wonderful pianos you introduced me to, but also about myself and what I really want.
May your business grow and prosper, and I wish you personally all the very best.
~Alex K.
I'd like to make good on my promise to write you a note about my piano shopping experience and its aftermath. I just spent my first weekend with my new Bluthner D vertical, and that has stirred many emotions overflowing me at times, but perhaps the strongest is astonishment: after 12 years of playing piano, only now am I beginning to see what this instrument is really about. It is as if you wake up one morning and discover that the world has color...This piano talks to me, anticipates what I want to do, gives me a whole new dimension of depth and nuance as well as incredible grace and precision. I am so excited and eager to begin exploring this new realm, and I want to start by thanking the people who brought me to its entrance. You have made one man really, really happy...
I never expected that piano shopping would turn out to be one of the most edifying experiences of my adult life. My expectations were modest and driven by my past dealings with other consumer products such as cars -- I thought I would spend a bit more money and get something a bit better than what I had, a simple commercial transaction, nothing to get excited about. Boy, was I wrong about that one -- I am very grateful to you for being my guide in that world, for showing me what's there and helping me discover what I was looking for.
In our age of mediocrity, it was so refreshing to find out that there is a business built around the concepts of quality, craftsmanship, and tradition, and to see the incredible difference these values make for the pianos that you were showing me. I truly appreciate the fact that there are still manufacturers who live by the rules from the olden days, and I want to express my heartfelt special thanks to the Bluthner family and their craftsmen who built my wonderful piano that is giving me so much joy -- perhaps you could find a way to pass my sincere appreciation on to them.
I am also very impressed with my customer experience. I think you have spent more time with me during my visits to Allegro Piano stores than all other salespeople combined during my entire life... And it wasn't just time -- I've learned so much from you about the wonderful pianos you introduced me to, but also about myself and what I really want.
May your business grow and prosper, and I wish you personally all the very best.
~Alex K.
Dear Ori,
The 210 Estonia is perfect! It came in wonderful condition (I liked the movers). It sounds fantastic and the action is great.
This is my piano -- the one I always hoped to have, and one that can pretty much do anything that is asked of it. Debussy, Bach, Poulenc, Duke Ellington, Keith Jarrett, even Mozart! -- all sound great on it. So now it's time for me to find a jazz teacher.
Thank you so much for everything, including the pleasure of spending time with you and Rebecca, your kindness, generosity, and efforts to make things easy. Also, your appreciation and offering of so many world-class pianos, and your ability and desire to help so many people have the piano of their dreams!
Please give Rebecca a warm hello from me. I hope I will have a chance to see the two of you again and wish you both all the best. Again, many thanks!
Warm regards,
Terry
The 210 Estonia is perfect! It came in wonderful condition (I liked the movers). It sounds fantastic and the action is great.
This is my piano -- the one I always hoped to have, and one that can pretty much do anything that is asked of it. Debussy, Bach, Poulenc, Duke Ellington, Keith Jarrett, even Mozart! -- all sound great on it. So now it's time for me to find a jazz teacher.
Thank you so much for everything, including the pleasure of spending time with you and Rebecca, your kindness, generosity, and efforts to make things easy. Also, your appreciation and offering of so many world-class pianos, and your ability and desire to help so many people have the piano of their dreams!
Please give Rebecca a warm hello from me. I hope I will have a chance to see the two of you again and wish you both all the best. Again, many thanks!
Warm regards,
Terry
Hello Ori and Rebecca,
A note of sincere thanks to the both of you for you hospitality and warmth last Wednesday as I spent the day like a “ kid in a candy store,” evaluating, and learning about, the incredible pianos you nurture and display in your one of a kind showroom. My choice of the Bubinga Model 190 was made after careful evaluation of all the others, and I am extremely excited to get it into my home as a “companion” to my Mason & Hamlin CC2 Concert Grand. You are wonderful people who are truly in this business for all the right reasons, and you certainly go above and beyond the “norm” to give your clients the absolute best experience possible in their quest for the “ultimate instrument.” I will not hesitate to recommend you to anyone looking for a fine quality piano and a wonderful shopping experience. My best to your family, and, Ori, I am very much looking forward to your visit to my home after the Estonia arrives and settles in. Sincerely, Dan C. |
Hi Ori,
After spending six months searching for a piano, I discovered the Estonia 6’3” Parlor Grand. I fell in love
with it after playing only one piece on it, and bought it that day. That was two and a half years ago and
my respect for the piano has only increased. Every time I sit down and play it, I appreciate the
wonderful action, balance of sound, and the overall incredible tone. I find myself rediscovering music I
have played in the past, just to hear how it will sound on the Estonia. This piano makes me want to play
it. I continually enjoy the wonderful experience.
Yours truly,
Christine L.
Ori and Rebecca,
I just wanted to thank you again for all your help with finding the right piano for our family.
You certainly gave us a thorough education on how the piano works and the differences between the
many pianos you carry. As you know we decided that the Bluthner Model 2 would be a good choice for
us. We love the clarity of the notes and the richness of the base. The full sound projects wonderfully
through our house and find the size (7’8”) fits nicely in a great room (We may not need to add music room on after all).
The piano sounds so nice when my daughter plays, that it encourages me to practice my lessons more
often. Even my husband said my amateur playing sounds better on this piano. So there is hope for me
yet.
Again, thanks for your wonderful help and fantastic service. Glad we found you. I will send pictures as soon as I can.
Sincerely,
Sharon B.
I just wanted to thank you again for all your help with finding the right piano for our family.
You certainly gave us a thorough education on how the piano works and the differences between the
many pianos you carry. As you know we decided that the Bluthner Model 2 would be a good choice for
us. We love the clarity of the notes and the richness of the base. The full sound projects wonderfully
through our house and find the size (7’8”) fits nicely in a great room (We may not need to add music room on after all).
The piano sounds so nice when my daughter plays, that it encourages me to practice my lessons more
often. Even my husband said my amateur playing sounds better on this piano. So there is hope for me
yet.
Again, thanks for your wonderful help and fantastic service. Glad we found you. I will send pictures as soon as I can.
Sincerely,
Sharon B.