Piano tuning
A careful adjustment of the notes across the keyboard for a more settled, harmonious sound.
Explore piano tuning →One careful approach
Care for the instrument you love.
Thoughtful piano tuning, repairs and restoration in Melbourne with Joel and Brisbane with Jonathan. Sydney and Perth are by appointment only.
Every piano has a voice. The work begins by listening to it.
Careful work, in the place your piano livesThoughtful work, explained clearly
Good piano care goes beyond tuning.
Bring your piano back to its best. Know what it needs — and why. We’ll assess the instrument, explain what we find and talk through the next step.
Pitch raising
A broader pitch correction may be needed before fine tuning when a piano has drifted well below pitch.
Explore pitch raising →Repairs & maintenance
Assessment of sticking keys, pedal problems, unusual noises and other mechanical concerns.
Explore repairs & maintenance →Piano restoration
A considered assessment of an older piano’s condition and possible paths forward.
Explore piano restoration →Voicing & tone shaping
Work to adjust the character and consistency of a piano’s tone where its condition allows.
Explore voicing & tone shaping →Action regulation
Adjustment of the piano’s moving parts to support an even, responsive touch.
Explore action regulation →Pre-purchase inspection
A technician’s condition check to help you understand a used piano before committing.
Explore pre-purchase inspection →A clear, considered process
Know what your piano needs — and why.
Get in touch
Tell us where the piano is, its type and what you have noticed.
We listen
We’ll ask a few questions to understand the instrument and your concerns.
Agree the next step
The technician assesses the piano and explains suitable options before work begins.
Careful service
The agreed work is carried out, with any further needs discussed openly.
A family craft, shared
Hands-on training shaped by decades of experience.
Good piano care goes beyond tuning. It starts with understanding how the instrument is being played, what has changed and what matters to the person at the keyboard.
Founder
Jonathan Kok
40+ years of experiencePiano tuning and service experience built over more than four decades.
Piano tuner
Joel
5+ years of experienceTrained hands-on by Jonathan, Joel brings close attention to detail to piano tuning and service.
A recent service visit
Careful work, with a Steinway & Sons grand.
Jonathan tuning the instrument and taking a moment beside the piano. Each instrument gets thoughtful attention, whatever its make.
Local piano care
Melbourne and Brisbane are our primary service areas.
Joel looks after Melbourne enquiries and Jonathan Kok looks after Brisbane enquiries. Sydney and Perth are by appointment only.
Melbourne
Joel’s primary service area. Share your suburb, piano type and concern so service arrangements can be confirmed.
Piano services in Melbourne →Brisbane
Jonathan Kok’s primary service area. Tell us your suburb and what your piano needs so local arrangements can be confirmed.
Piano services in Brisbane →Sydney
By appointment only. Let us know the piano’s location and what you have noticed.
Perth
By appointment only. Send the piano’s location and a few details to enquire.
Dr Piano does not list local office addresses. Share your suburb to confirm service arrangements.
More about service areas →A few useful answers
Good questions, clear answers.
Piano condition, use and location all shape the right next step.
How often should I have my piano tuned?
At least once a year is a good minimum for a home piano. Many benefit from tuning twice a year, especially if played regularly or affected by seasonal humidity changes. The right schedule depends on how well your piano holds pitch and your musical needs.
Can you tune a piano that has not been tuned for years?
It may be possible, but the piano should be assessed first. If it is substantially below pitch, a pitch raise may be recommended before fine tuning.
Can I ask about a repair and a tuning together?
Yes. Describe both when you get in touch. Some repairs may be handled at the same visit, while others need more assessment, parts or a separate plan.
What information should I include in an enquiry?
Your city and suburb, piano type and brand if known, when it was last tuned if you know, and what you have noticed. A photo or short video can help explain a concern.
Start with a conversation
Tell us what you’re hearing.
Share a little about your piano and what has changed. We’ll talk through what it may need and how to arrange the next step.