THE PIANO TECHNICIANS GUILD INC.
The Piano Technicians Guild (PTG) is the world’s premier association of professional piano technicians. Registered Members are required to pass three rigorous examinations covering basic knowledge, repairs and tuning and are authorized to use the PTG logos and professional supplies.
Non-registered “Associate” members are untested and their skills are not known by the PTG.
All members of the PTG are required to sign a “Code of Ethics” found on the back of their membership cards.
The PTG Code of Ethics
1. I will act honourably and in a professional manner.
2. I will render the best possible service under the circumstances, always keeping the best interests of my client in mind.
3. I will engage only in fair trade practices in the knowledge that I am reflecting the honesty and integrity for which the Piano Technicians Guild stands.
4. I will use the name and trademarks of the Piano Technicians Guild properly and will encourage others to do the same.
5. I will strive to upgrade my professional skills and I will encourage and help others to do the same.
6. I will promote, in any way that I can, good will toward my profession and toward the music industry.
The PTG WWW site has a wealth of information for the piano owner, player and prospective technicians. If you are a teacher, a student or just interested in piano technology, check out the Piano Learning Center for some great information!
John A. Musselwhite, RPT has been a Registered Member of the PTG for over thirty years. He regularly attends PTG sponsored seminars and institutes and subscribes to PTG sponsored newsgroups and email lists. He has also attended the Henry Steinway Institute in New York City and has had individual tutoring in the care and maintenance of concert pianos.
