FAQ harpsichord

>Where would a harpsichord be used?

>What is involved in the rental of a harpsichord?

>How much will the rental cost?

>Can we come and pick up an instrument and return it when we are done?

>We have a piano technician that will be attending the performance. Can this person tune or do repairs on the harpsichord prior to the performance?

Where would a harpsichord be used?

Generally harpsichords are used either as solo instruments or with baroque/early music groups. They have even been rented for usage in accompanying choral groups.

What is involved in the rental of a harpsichord?

You will need to first contact Williamson-Warne & Associates to find out the availability of the instrument that you desire, or if any instruments are available for the dates that you desire, plus any special requirements (such as extra tunings). If an instrument is available (and this instrument fits your needs) an agreement will be forwarded on to the renter. Once the signed agreement is received, the harpsichord is then considered firmly reserved. On the specified date and time, the harpsichord will be delivered to the renter.
After payment is secured, the harpsichord will be unloaded (with the assistance of a representative of the renter) and set up in place. It will then be tuned.
On the day of the performance, the harpsichord will be retuned just prior to the performance (or retuned prior to each performance). At the conclusion of the last performance the harpsichord will be removed and loaded into the Williamson-Warne & Associates vehicles.

How much will the rental cost?

The cost of rental depends on a variety of factors, including instrument selected,  season, distance Williamson-Warne & Associates has to travel, number of performances, and number of tunings. It is best to inquire to receive a firm price.

Can we come and pick up an instrument and return it when we are done?

Absolutely not. These are very delicate and expensive instruments, and actually owned by the owners of Williamson-Warne & Associates. The primary reason that they are rented out it to give them additional usage and exposure to the public.

We have a piano technician that will be attending the performance. Can this person tune or do repairs on the harpsichord prior to the performance?

Again, absolutely not! Though the techniques are similar between tuning a piano and a harpsichord, there are distinct differences, and a harpsichord is a much more delicate instrument, and if tuned incorrectly, can cause damage.

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