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1700, the first piano
In 1700, Bartolomeo Cristofori invented the Pianoforte, a keyboard instrument that allowed musicians to control the volume of each note by varying their touch. This invention replaced the harpsichords fixed sound with a dynamic range. (to) The pianofortes introduction in 1700 impacted music by allowing performers to vary their touch. Its expressive potential gradually helped composers to reshape the culture of music.(“Who Invented the Piano? All about Bartolomeo Cristofori”) -
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evolution of piano
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1750, pyramid piano
Christian Ernst in Germany developed the pyramid piano. another step toward more compact piano designs. -
1800, enhanced stringing techniques
use of multiple strings per note and refined string arrangements -
1850, felt covered hammers
replaced leather covered hammers and became standard in the 1840s-50s -
1900, 88-key keyboard range
the modern standard 88 keys became common around this time. allowing a full range of noises -
1950s, electric pianos
early electric pianos emerged in the 1950s.
these used electromagnetic pickups instead of strings and hammers -
2000, custom pianos
high end manufacturers began focusing more on sustainable materials and responsible sourcing of wood components -
2025, hybrid and digital piano
kawaii nv6 hybrid piano