[rehab] FW: [Jobs] {Disarmed} FW: Do you know someone interested in becoming a piano technician? Do we have a deal for them!

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From: Jobs [mailto:jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Don Mitchell` via Jobs
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From: School of Piano Technology for the Blind - Piano Hospital [mailto:cherim=pianotuningschool.org at mail212.atl171.mcdlv.net] On Behalf Of School of Piano Technology for the Blind - Piano Hospital
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Subject: Do you know someone interested in becoming a piano technician? Do we have a deal for them!

Please help us in our student recruitment efforts by forwarding this email to those individuals you know of whom might be interested in pursuing a career in piano technology. Thank you!

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February 10. 2016 Volume #3

Our February Special...
   It's a Real Sweetheart of a Deal!
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Are you interested in a career in
piano tuning and technology?

Tell us more about yourself and your interest in becoming a certified piano technician and you may qualify for our Sweetheart Deal!

The School of Piano Technology for the Blind, the only school in the world dedicated to teaching blind and visually impaired individuals piano tuning and technology, is the perfect place and perfect way to begin your pathway to a new career.
Contact the School of Piano Technology today to learn about our special limited time offer for potential new students.

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Do you have what it takes to attend our school?
It's easy to find out!

  1.  Visit our website<http://pianotuningschool.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2df8ed133336e3bc379fe6beb&id=7c940778b5&e=a0cfd53ec5> to learn more about the school and our program.
  2.  If it looks like a program you are interested in, contact us by email: cherim at pianotuningschool.org<mailto:cherim at pianotuningschool.org> or call 360-693-1511 and ask about our Sweetheart Deal.
  3.  Finalists will work with the school to schedule an expenses paid trip to attend one of the monthly two-day Career Exploration Workshop<http://pianotuningschool.us10.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=2df8ed133336e3bc379fe6beb&id=d132454125&e=a0cfd53ec5>s.<http://pianotuningschool.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2df8ed133336e3bc379fe6beb&id=7232e86736&e=a0cfd53ec5> If you pass the Career Exploration Workshop criteria, you may then apply to enroll in the next semester. (Semesters begin in September and January of each year.)
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You will find more information including clinic schedules and tuition on our website<http://pianotuningschool.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2df8ed133336e3bc379fe6beb&id=6305b89296&e=a0cfd53ec5>. You may also contact us at 360-693-1511 or via email to cherim at pianotuningschool.o<mailto:cherim at pianotuningschool.org?subject=Career%20Exploration%20Clinic>rg.<mailto:cherim at pianotuningschool.org?subject=Career%20Exploration%20Clinic>

Meet Dewald van Deventer
Class of 2014, South Africa

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
by Dewald van Deventer, Class of 2014
The training I received from the School of Piano Technology for the Blind coupled with the six months of experience I gained as a tuner for the Piano Hospital after graduation, left me feeling well-equipped to start my own business when I returned to South Africa the beginning of this year.

There were, however, a few daunting issues I had to face. Like making a decision as to where to base my business, tackling the bookkeeping part of the business, hiring a driver, developing a strong marketing strategy to reach new customers, etc. When I traveled to the town where I had previously studied and tuned a couple of pianos it felt somehow strange actually billing customers! Over the next few months I picked up a tuning job here and there, maybe once or twice a month. Then an opportunity arose to work for a large company on the East Coast of South Africa which is where I am currently employed. I now tune four to six pianos each day and I have had the privilege of tuning quite a few bird cage pianos, some with oblong pins. My goal is to establish my own business fairly soon.

I simply can't say enough about The School of Piano Technology for the Blind, "Piano Hospital". I had such an enriching experience at the School and realize what a privilege it was to attend and graduate from the program, gain real-world experience as a tuner and technician, and benefit from the tremendous support I received which enabled me to pass my Registered Piano Technician exams the very first time I tried.

The School’s long history is so very impressive. Beginning with Mr. Fries’ commitment to providing piano tuning training to blind and visually impaired people, to Don Mitchell, who took me on as a student despite the fact that I lived in another country and didn't have the money to travel for a two-day evaluation. Don did his best to mold me into the technician I am today and provided me a strong foundation to further build my career upon.

To all the students, staff, and volunteers who played such a supportive role in my education, I thank you very much. You all are like family to me.

There's more to our school than study!

While the curriculum and training involved in mastering the technology of piano tuning and repair is intense and time consuming, there's always room for fun and entertainment! This month, students will attend opening night of the Clark College Theatre Department's performance of Avenue Q, starring none other than one of our current students! Students and faculty will also attend a performance by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra featuring Gershwin's Porgy and Bess and Rhapsody in Blue along with Copland's Appalachian Spring and El Salon Mexico.

Contact us today to learn more about the School!
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