FEURICH have a big production in Vienna, where the company is based. You could start by taking a virtual tour here: www.feurich.com/en/products/vienna-pianos/ If you wish to buy a new piano I recommend this innovative piano company (I've been happily associated with FEURICH for 10 years) FEURICH have a broad range of visually stunning and incredible sounding instruments, many at more affordable prices, thanks to certain aspects of modern production and assembly, that meet the demands of a growing global market for acoustic pianos. Bechstein is one of the most elite piano brands. It's a German manufacturer with a 160-year tradition, now making more reasonably priced instruments in Hingbo, China, alongside FEURICH. Better prices for pianos in the music community ultimately enables many more pianists to own and play quality new acoustic instruments. Here's a link for further reading: www.dw.com/en/elite-german-piano-maker-expands-to-china/a-1622591 To give you a comparison: The iPhone, iPad, or any Apple product for that matter, is mainly assembled in China. As a company they are not alone. The New York Times published a report which covered interviews with both former and current executives at Apple. The reason behind the relocation to China was, put simply, there’s not enough manpower to support the manufacturing of Apple’s products in USA. Even taking that into consideration, it wouldn't be accurate to rename the company "APPLE CHINA" as it is based in California, USA, just as FEURICH is based in Vienna. The design of my 218 piano is by Stephen Paulello, widely regarded as one of the world's best piano makers. www.stephenpaulello.com/en/pianos. FEURICH puts the design and know-how, down to the smallest detail, of the Viennese piano tradition -- with many innovations, and note, many of their new pianos are manufactured exclusively in Vienna, into ALL of their pianos -- as you can see from their website: www.feurich.com/en/production/ The beauty of the new 218 piano (just behind me as I type) takes my breath away. It's perfect in every way and I couldn't hope for a better instrument. Furthermore, it's been my personal experience that FEURICH is much more than a business. The FEURICH team are friendly and offer outstanding care and support to the pianists that own their instruments. It's important to them every single customer right across the world feels happy making and sharing piano music, whether at home or on the concert stage -- as you can see on their Facebook page: facebook.com/feurichvienna Many thanks for your comment -- Paul.
Paul Barton Dear Mr. Barton, your elaborate answer sounds a bit like an excuse. There was no reason to do so. I am well aware that numerous western firms relocated their production to China, mainly for the cheap labor there. Feurich is just one of them. The Chinese indeed deliver beautiful products. Still, I deeply regret that in this way knowledge and skills disappear from the Old Continent. What's gone is gone, never to come back. And where will producers go once the living standards of the Chinese have reached a level where it no longer pays to produce in China? I wish you a lot of fun with your new instrument, the sounds of which will also delight my ears.
Gorgeous, Paul. You are one of the reasons I own a Feurich too! If I hadnt found your channel a few years ago, I may have gone for a more well-known brand like Bechstein, and honestly, under 10-15k it is very rare to find a good Bechstein (goes for most A/S brands). I saw my beautiful Feurich on the shop's website, and travelled for nearly 5 hours by public transport to get there (obviously my dad did not want to travel so far just to see a piano). After seeing it and playing it I knew that was the piano. I went to several shops, but no piano compared to this one. I did have several technicians and experts judge the piano, but I honestly already knew it was good. I used part of my college money (saved by my grandparents) to afford the piano, and I am so glad I have it. I even introduced my grandmother to your videos as she was a big elephant fanatic! She loved them, and since I loved both of my grandparents so dearly (even though due to my incompetence, I ended it with my grandfather on bad terms which haunts me in my dreams to this day) and to remember them, I have a cusotm-made little elephant logo on the inside of the piano. From you introducing me to Feurich, to my grandmother being so proud of me being a pianist, it is all linked. I cannot thank you enough for all that. While, like I said, even after 6 months I am still haunted in my dreams, and mourn their passing almost weekly, at least now I have this beautiful piano as a connection to them, regardless if there is such a thing as heaven or not!
Music is the most precious thing a parent/grandparent can gift to their children; it will last long after the house is gone and inheritances squandered.
@@carolynsimpson412 Thanks for the comment! Having a little logo like that not only makes it so I have an even bigger emotional connection to the piano, but it also makes it unique. I am very willing to bet that I am the only person in the world with a 170cm Feurich with a little elephant logo on the inside :D
@@MetaView7 Very true. While none of my family members (grandparents included) are particularly musical, they were very open to the idea of me upgrading to a Grand Piano. I also knew my grandmother appreciated classical music, but it was only at her funeral where I (mind you, there were over 200 people at her funeral, she had MANY friends and socials, and luckily it was less than a month before corona. My grandfather's funeral did not have the same luck) I met so many people who told me just how proud she was of me being a Pianist. I actually felt famous at the funeral haha. I was "the kid that she talked so proudly about that's a pianist". While I will sadly never get them back, I do firmly believe that they are looking over my life, and what I decide to do with it. Even if this turns out to not be true, I still want them to be proud of me and what I do, just for the small percentage possibility of them actually seeing me :)
Brings back memories of the day we received our brand new grand piano. It’s been 8 years and my son has begun to wear the key bed finish with all the practicing. Best investment we ever made.
Congratulations, Paul Barton! What a beautiful instrument. I couldn't imagine anyone who deserves it more - you're a phenomenal musician, and I am so glad I found you on TH-cam.
I feel so humble looking at you as such an accomplished artist - extremely skillful painter and a marvelous piano player. Above all that, you are involved in such a noble project, taking care of those poor overworked and injured elephants. I’ve just started playing the violin and I’m not so young - a long childhood dream of mine, ignored by my parents back then - but I’m also a huge admirer of outstanding piano players and you are, obviously, on the top of my list. Your channel and your piano pieces are a blessing to this troubled world and I have no words to properly express my gratitude for your extraordinary generosity, making all that accessible to everyone, for free, in this world so stained by money and materialism. I wish you and your beautiful family a very long life, full of wonderful surprises. Be blessed !
So pleased to see the new piano entering your lovely world of colour and kindness. She is gorgeous. More videos please. Not forgetting those beautiful elephants who love your music. Keep them happy with your other piano 💕🐘🌝
Silver plate piano! Cool! When Steinway & sons comes up with silver plate version years ago, I was thinking about it too. But maybe because of trandition? Even though I like silver color (especially when I was young) I still cannot totally embrace it yet. Hope you can enjoy your new Feurich for years to come. Maybe because of this video, I will seriously consider silver Feurich as my next piano. 👍👍👍
Welcome home, to home you will give endless enjoyment to---The WORLD--- through Paul Barton's God given talent. We all will be blessed with your music and our favorite pianists'. We can't wait to hear them join their talents for us. Thank you again for your glorious playing. A devoted fan.
I loved the sentimental history of the old piano with baby Emily being lulled to sleep on top then sitting on it whilst Dad played for her, then learning on it, but I wonder what exciting adventures await us with the unveiling of the new piano. Can't wait, thanks for sharing .
It is difficult to hide the excitement of the arrival of your new piano. Enjoy it and we look forward to hearing what it has to say! In 1974, I bought a baby grand piano from a member of the Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. It was a Winkleman from1888 so second hand, and its arrival into my house caused me some emotion that involved a few teardrops.
Thank you for sharing this, I appreciate how you show the effort and skill and care of these piano movers, how everything is carefully put together. The song was beautiful also.
Wonderful piano Paul! I am a beginner pianist and my husband bought me a re-conditioned upright Feurich for my 50th birthday. It is old, but I don’t know how old.
It is a really beautiful instrument. I like the detail with the music stand not being solid but letting sound through, very nice. Congratulations Paul.
For those who maybe unaware, there is a great book called "The Piano Tuner" by Daniel Mason. The story of an Erard French piano having to make a journey to its new owner in Burma in the late 1880's. A lovely story!
Congratulations on your new aquisition! I am very impressed with the quality of pianos from the Hailun factory. Your are an eloquent advocate too, Mr Barton, for the Harmonic Pedal, which certainly seems more useful, to me, that a Sostenuto pedal. Incidentally, I see that they are not too particular about safety footwear like steel toe-capped work shoes, in Thailand!
Tears of joy. You are such a precious family, truly an Asian gem. Please, what piece were you playing as they drove away with your old Feurich? I would love to put this on a loop and listen and listen to it. I wish you many happy times together with this new Feurich. Stay well. You bring great love to us with your music and family. Thailand is blessed!
Hello Paul, What a beautiful instrument! I've looked around to see if you had any formal way to request a piece to be played and didn't see any. I would love to hear you play Liebermann's Gargoyles. Cheers to many more beautiful moments to be made with your new piano.
Wow, what details and creativity to create wonderful sound that bores right into you. I don't understand why but I often feel like crying when I really get into absorbing a piece. A tension release?
Paul, what a beautiful instrument. I’m so pleased for you and very envious 🙂. I simply cannot wait to hear it. What will be the first ever piece you play on it?
I ALSO WANT the 4th pedal on my piano!! So many pieces I would be able to play properly if I have one. Don't know if I can play and perform enough to afford the Feurich... (sigh)
That is probably a half blow pedal like Fazioli concert grands have. Steingraeber grands also have a half blow pedal. It allows the pianist to vary the distance between the hammers and the strings.
It would perhaps be more honest to start each instalment with FEURICH CHINA instead of FEURICH VIENNA.
FEURICH have a big production in Vienna, where the company is based. You could start by taking a virtual tour here: www.feurich.com/en/products/vienna-pianos/
If you wish to buy a new piano I recommend this innovative piano company (I've been happily associated with FEURICH for 10 years) FEURICH have a broad range of visually stunning and incredible sounding instruments, many at more affordable prices, thanks to certain aspects of modern production and assembly, that meet the demands of a growing global market for acoustic pianos.
Bechstein is one of the most elite piano brands. It's a German manufacturer with a 160-year tradition, now making more reasonably priced instruments in Hingbo, China, alongside FEURICH. Better prices for pianos in the music community ultimately enables many more pianists to own and play quality new acoustic instruments. Here's a link for further reading: www.dw.com/en/elite-german-piano-maker-expands-to-china/a-1622591
To give you a comparison: The iPhone, iPad, or any Apple product for that matter, is mainly assembled in China. As a company they are not alone. The New York Times published a report which covered interviews with both former and current executives at Apple. The reason behind the relocation to China was, put simply, there’s not enough manpower to support the manufacturing of Apple’s products in USA. Even taking that into consideration, it wouldn't be accurate to rename the company "APPLE CHINA" as it is based in California, USA, just as FEURICH is based in Vienna.
The design of my 218 piano is by Stephen Paulello, widely regarded as one of the world's best piano makers. www.stephenpaulello.com/en/pianos. FEURICH puts the design and know-how, down to the smallest detail, of the Viennese piano tradition -- with many innovations, and note, many of their new pianos are manufactured exclusively in Vienna, into ALL of their pianos -- as you can see from their website: www.feurich.com/en/production/
The beauty of the new 218 piano (just behind me as I type) takes my breath away. It's perfect in every way and I couldn't hope for a better instrument. Furthermore, it's been my personal experience that FEURICH is much more than a business. The FEURICH team are friendly and offer outstanding care and support to the pianists that own their instruments. It's important to them every single customer right across the world feels happy making and sharing piano music, whether at home or on the concert stage -- as you can see on their Facebook page: facebook.com/feurichvienna
Many thanks for your comment -- Paul.
Paul Barton Dear Mr. Barton, your elaborate answer sounds a bit like an excuse. There was no reason to do so. I am well aware that numerous western firms relocated their production to China, mainly for the cheap labor there. Feurich is just one of them. The Chinese indeed deliver beautiful products. Still, I deeply regret that in this way knowledge and skills disappear from the Old Continent. What's gone is gone, never to come back. And where will producers go once the living standards of the Chinese have reached a level where it no longer pays to produce in China? I wish you a lot of fun with your new instrument, the sounds of which will also delight my ears.
@@horatiohornblower868 No need for a second response. I live in Thailand as Paul does and even the weather comes from China!
I have a Feurich concert upright - I love it 💖
@Spud Chuffington jones yes 👍
Welcome piano! You couldn’t have found a better home.
So true. The Feurich company are so fortunate to have Paul Barton promoting their pianos.
@@angelaevans8632 you put it just right - if I upgrade to a grand Id to get a Feurich!
Gorgeous, Paul. You are one of the reasons I own a Feurich too! If I hadnt found your channel a few years ago, I may have gone for a more well-known brand like Bechstein, and honestly, under 10-15k it is very rare to find a good Bechstein (goes for most A/S brands). I saw my beautiful Feurich on the shop's website, and travelled for nearly 5 hours by public transport to get there (obviously my dad did not want to travel so far just to see a piano). After seeing it and playing it I knew that was the piano. I went to several shops, but no piano compared to this one. I did have several technicians and experts judge the piano, but I honestly already knew it was good.
I used part of my college money (saved by my grandparents) to afford the piano, and I am so glad I have it.
I even introduced my grandmother to your videos as she was a big elephant fanatic! She loved them, and since I loved both of my grandparents so dearly (even though due to my incompetence, I ended it with my grandfather on bad terms which haunts me in my dreams to this day) and to remember them, I have a cusotm-made little elephant logo on the inside of the piano.
From you introducing me to Feurich, to my grandmother being so proud of me being a pianist, it is all linked. I cannot thank you enough for all that. While, like I said, even after 6 months I am still haunted in my dreams, and mourn their passing almost weekly, at least now I have this beautiful piano as a connection to them, regardless if there is such a thing as heaven or not!
What a sweet comment. You will go far in life. You have been inspired by a truly lovely person. Love the idea of the elephant motif.
Music is the most precious thing a parent/grandparent can gift to their children; it will last long after the house is gone and inheritances squandered.
@@carolynsimpson412 Thanks for the comment! Having a little logo like that not only makes it so I have an even bigger emotional connection to the piano, but it also makes it unique. I am very willing to bet that I am the only person in the world with a 170cm Feurich with a little elephant logo on the inside :D
@@MetaView7 Very true. While none of my family members (grandparents included) are particularly musical, they were very open to the idea of me upgrading to a Grand Piano. I also knew my grandmother appreciated classical music, but it was only at her funeral where I (mind you, there were over 200 people at her funeral, she had MANY friends and socials, and luckily it was less than a month before corona. My grandfather's funeral did not have the same luck) I met so many people who told me just how proud she was of me being a Pianist. I actually felt famous at the funeral haha. I was "the kid that she talked so proudly about that's a pianist".
While I will sadly never get them back, I do firmly believe that they are looking over my life, and what I decide to do with it. Even if this turns out to not be true, I still want them to be proud of me and what I do, just for the small percentage possibility of them actually seeing me :)
@@jordidewaard2937 something you will remember for the rest of your life. Hold onto your special memories.
Such a wonderful piano! Can't wait to hear its magic sound.
This is one lucky piano to belong to such a great pianist and ending up in a home full of love, peace and harmony.
I like that Paul is helping them transfer the piano :)
of course he would...its his piano after all....
@@samaritan29 yeah...
Brings back memories of the day we received our brand new grand piano. It’s been 8 years and my son has begun to wear the key bed finish with all the practicing. Best investment we ever made.
Congratulations, Paul Barton! What a beautiful instrument. I couldn't imagine anyone who deserves it more - you're a phenomenal musician, and I am so glad I found you on TH-cam.
Great taste in pianos.
I feel so humble looking at you as such an accomplished artist - extremely skillful painter and a marvelous piano player. Above all that, you are involved in such a noble project, taking care of those poor overworked and injured elephants. I’ve just started playing the violin and I’m not so young - a long childhood dream of mine, ignored by my parents back then - but I’m also a huge admirer of outstanding piano players and you are, obviously, on the top of my list. Your channel and your piano pieces are a blessing to this troubled world and I have no words to properly express my gratitude for your extraordinary generosity, making all that accessible to everyone, for free, in this world so stained by money and materialism. I wish you and your beautiful family a very long life, full of wonderful surprises. Be blessed !
So pleased to see the new piano entering your lovely world of colour and kindness. She is gorgeous. More videos please. Not forgetting those beautiful elephants who love your music. Keep them happy with your other piano 💕🐘🌝
Silver plate piano! Cool!
When Steinway & sons comes up with silver plate version years ago, I was thinking about it too. But maybe because of trandition? Even though I like silver color (especially when I was young) I still cannot totally embrace it yet.
Hope you can enjoy your new Feurich for years to come.
Maybe because of this video, I will seriously consider silver Feurich as my next piano.
👍👍👍
Oh, so glad! Thank you, Feurich, for continuing to have Mr. Barton play your piano for us. Enjoy his playing for hours at a time.
Welcome home, to home you will give endless enjoyment to---The WORLD--- through Paul Barton's God given talent. We all will be blessed with your music and our favorite pianists'. We can't wait to hear them join their talents for us. Thank you again for your glorious playing. A devoted fan.
Such a touching video! I know that feeling when a piano comes home to be part of your family...! Congratulations from Spain!
WE WILL “ALL” ENJOY THIS BEAUTIFUL NEW PIANO! 🎹
(Thank you mr. Paul )
Congratulations with your new 218, dear Paul! Hope this instrument will last for a long time....
Thanks to the skilful delivery technicians and the whole team.
Thank you for sharing this happy moment!!!
Dear Paul, have fun playing your new piano,
Same colour as mine. Wonderful piano, beautifully designed and beautifully crafted. Enjoy it!
I loved the sentimental history of the old piano with baby Emily being lulled to sleep on top then sitting on it whilst Dad played for her, then learning on it, but I wonder what exciting adventures await us with the unveiling of the new piano. Can't wait, thanks for sharing .
It is difficult to hide the excitement of the arrival of your new piano. Enjoy it and we look forward to hearing what it has to say! In 1974, I bought a baby grand piano from a member of the Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. It was a Winkleman from1888 so second hand, and its arrival into my house caused me some emotion that involved a few teardrops.
Wow, that was fast!
What a beautiful instrument for a beautiful home!
This is great news Paul, very best wishes for your future projects, Neil
Congratulations!. Looks fantastic. Enjoy!!
Very nice! Congratulations on your new piano. Looking forward to your many performances on this fine piano
Congratulations on your wonderful new piano!🎹🌟🎹
Congratulations Mr Barton for the NEW beautiful piano
So beautiful! Congratulations on the new piano and may it bring you much joy.
Thats awesome sounding piano. Great Paul and Family. All the best with new instrument.😊😊👍💞
Wow, what good news, the new piano, how wonderful the new 218 Feurich is so beautiful. Congratulations.
Thank you for sharing this, I appreciate how you show the effort and skill and care of these piano movers, how everything is carefully put together. The song was beautiful also.
I wish you the best for this marvellous instrument!
Congratulations on your beautiful new piano!
Congrats on the new piano Paul!! : D
Wonderful piano Paul! I am a beginner pianist and my husband bought me a re-conditioned upright Feurich for my 50th birthday. It is old, but I don’t know how old.
It is a really beautiful instrument. I like the detail with the music stand not being solid but letting sound through, very nice. Congratulations Paul.
С удачной покупкой. Хорошего музыцирования👍👍👍🎹🎹🎹🎼🎼🎼
For those who maybe unaware, there is a great book called "The Piano Tuner" by Daniel Mason. The story of an Erard French piano having to make a journey to its new owner in Burma in the late 1880's. A lovely story!
Oooohh I'm so jealous! But I'm happy for you and I'll keep waiting for the day a can have a grand of my own :'(
Congratulations on your new aquisition! I am very impressed with the quality of pianos from the Hailun factory. Your are an eloquent advocate too, Mr Barton, for the Harmonic Pedal, which certainly seems more useful, to me, that a Sostenuto pedal.
Incidentally, I see that they are not too particular about safety footwear like steel toe-capped work shoes, in Thailand!
All the very best Paul - Im sure you'll enjoy your new 218!
Ooh! Can’t wait for next performance Paul.
Can't wait to see you play it Paul. Looks beautiful.
Utterly magnificent
Woow Paul. You were not there 🙏. Your new grand piano is very beautiful. I wish you a wonderful musical time 🎹🎼🎹🎼🎶🎼🎹,
Ursel
Nicely done.
Can’t wait to start my day again with something on the new piano with Paul Barton!
Cool thank you sir.
Nice. Can't wait to hear it
Congrats !!
Hello new piano! Well come
Tears of joy. You are such a precious family, truly an Asian gem. Please, what piece were you playing as they drove away with your old Feurich? I would love to put this on a loop and listen and listen to it. I wish you many happy times together with this new Feurich. Stay well. You bring great love to us with your music and family. Thailand is blessed!
Wow, I am happy for you! Best wishes 😎
I look forward to many performances on this stunning instrument! After some settling and tuning, you'll be good to go! 🙂 ~Jackie
I was hoping for this kind of follow-up! Congratulations!
Congratulations!
Can't wait to hear it (if it's not the music that's already played)
Beautiful!!!!
Such a nice and beautiful piano
Definitely one day i will have an steinway model B on my own studio❤️
Gorgeous! Made in China! So proud to be a Chinese living in the hottest spot of covid 19 - US, playing a piano also made in China.
Beautiful music!
4 pedals! I would love to hear that harmonic pedal effect.
Cant wait to hear you play this one in your next videos! Hopefully it does it’s job as well as the old one or even better:) greetings from Germany!
I can't wait to listen sound of it!
Hello Paul, What a beautiful instrument! I've looked around to see if you had any formal way to request a piece to be played and didn't see any. I would love to hear you play Liebermann's Gargoyles. Cheers to many more beautiful moments to be made with your new piano.
What a beauty. Hello!
Beautiful piano. I wish I could one day acquire a similar one.
Im so happy for you!
It's bee-yoo-ti-ful!
So happy for you 😌
Wow that is gorgeous I’d love to play that.
Lucky piano. ❤️
Oh, please play my favorite: Clair de Lune. Breaks my heart every time I hear it.
This is brilliant!!!!
Nice!
Congrats.
This is a unboxing needs four more people
Inspiring
Congratulations! That’s one beauty of a piano! 😊 so when can I start lessons? 😉
Wow, what details and creativity to create wonderful sound that bores right into you. I don't understand why but I often feel like crying when I really get into absorbing a piece. A tension release?
I still remember Feurich when they were in Gunzenhausen.
Belíssimo piano !
Congratulations máster
Piano time! 👍
That's amazing! Congrats on the new piano!
What made you choose Feurich over other brands?
Paul, what a beautiful instrument. I’m so pleased for you and very envious 🙂. I simply cannot wait to hear it. What will be the first ever piece you play on it?
I ALSO WANT the 4th pedal on my piano!! So many pieces I would be able to play properly if I have one. Don't know if I can play and perform enough to afford the Feurich... (sigh)
Félicitations 👍🏼
Hello✨✨✨✨ New FEURICH piano💐
Paul, Creia no Senhor Jesus Cristo e serás salvo, essa boa notícia é pra você e sua família!! Deus abençoe!!
So Paul how do you like your new piano and do you miss old one?
Beautiful piano with some cool features! Four pedals, 钢琴湿度智能控制器,,(By the way, how’s that work?)
That is probably a half blow pedal like Fazioli concert grands have. Steingraeber grands also have a half blow pedal. It allows the pianist to vary the distance between the hammers and the strings.
@@frazzledude no it’s a resonance pedal
@@HiHello-rs1ey What is a
"resonance pedal"? What does it do and how does it operate?
@@frazzledude He has a video on it
What I'd give just to get a nice piano to practice on.
Wow
FEURICH 🥰
2:34 My grandpa was born in vietnam, his mother was vietnamese.
Just now I understand why he does that !!! 😮
Hello Piano!