Baby Grand Piano Buying Guide | eBay: "Finding Baby Grand Pianos on eBay
There are plenty of new, used, and even antique baby grand pianos for sale on eBay. To view these items, start on eBay's main page. Click on the category called Musical Instruments & Gear.. Next, click on the subcategory called Piano & Organ.. Click on the link titled Piano.. From the sub-menu, choose the Grand & Baby Grand option. From there, use the toolbar on the left to customize the results. Those who plan to buy an instrument to repair and refinish may visit eBay's Parts & Accessories page, which is located under the Piano & Organ subcategory."
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Tuesday, July 22, 2014
A History of the Piano, 1157-2014
A History of the Piano, 1157-2014: "FROM THE BEGINNING OF TIME
At some time in the distant past, ancient man must have discovered that by stretching a thong between the horns of a dead animal, or on a branch that forked, a musical sound could be produced. The hunter would also have heard that the string of his bow would sound a definite pitch. Later it would have become clear that by stopping the string at different points and varying its length and thickness it could be made to sound other notes. Once two or more parallel strings were added to the bow, a rudimentary harp was created.
The first stringed instrument was the harp, on which the strings are plucked. The harmonic curve caused by the varied speaking lengths of strings dictated the shape of the frame of the piano and broadly follows the shape of a harp. "
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At some time in the distant past, ancient man must have discovered that by stretching a thong between the horns of a dead animal, or on a branch that forked, a musical sound could be produced. The hunter would also have heard that the string of his bow would sound a definite pitch. Later it would have become clear that by stopping the string at different points and varying its length and thickness it could be made to sound other notes. Once two or more parallel strings were added to the bow, a rudimentary harp was created.
The first stringed instrument was the harp, on which the strings are plucked. The harmonic curve caused by the varied speaking lengths of strings dictated the shape of the frame of the piano and broadly follows the shape of a harp. "
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Buying New Pianos vs Buying Restored Pianos | Piano Restoration and Sales
Buying New Pianos vs Buying Restored Pianos | Piano Restoration and Sales: "We believe that early 20th century American pianos are similar.
These pianos are works of art, and were built by craftsmen of the highest integrity that hand picked aged hardwoods and hand crafted their instruments to unsurpassed quality.
Even new, hand-built pianos today do not compare to many of those made between 1900 and 1940. Unfortunately, many of those piano companies are no longer in business because it is very expensive to maintain a piano factory. Also, many did not survive through the war years where there was simply too much piano supply and not enough demand."
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These pianos are works of art, and were built by craftsmen of the highest integrity that hand picked aged hardwoods and hand crafted their instruments to unsurpassed quality.
Even new, hand-built pianos today do not compare to many of those made between 1900 and 1940. Unfortunately, many of those piano companies are no longer in business because it is very expensive to maintain a piano factory. Also, many did not survive through the war years where there was simply too much piano supply and not enough demand."
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75 Gallon Fish Tank Setup
75 Gallon Fish Tank Setup: "75 Gallon Fish Tank Setup
75 Gallon Fish Tank Aquarium, Wood Stand, Glass tops, Dual Bulb flourescent Light, Natural Colored Gravel (optional), Eggcrate, Fluval 304 Filter.
Tank and Stand are in Mint Condition. Was used for freshwater.
Pickup Only Milford, MA
$350 Cash
"
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75 Gallon Fish Tank Aquarium, Wood Stand, Glass tops, Dual Bulb flourescent Light, Natural Colored Gravel (optional), Eggcrate, Fluval 304 Filter.
Tank and Stand are in Mint Condition. Was used for freshwater.
Pickup Only Milford, MA
$350 Cash
"
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Thursday, July 17, 2014
Starting a Fish Shop – How to Start a Fish Selling Business
Starting a Fish Shop – How to Start a Fish Selling Business: "Tyler Jabczynski on 12/17/2009 2:37:37 AM
i'm only 17 years old, and been planning to start a aquarium business for the last couple years. i've had a passion for freshwater fish, plants and the ecosystems they live in, for as long as i can remember. i've spent the last 2 years learning about fish breeding and fish disease, and i need help on where to go next. i'm hoping you guys can give me some tips on classes i could take that would help me... or maybe things i need to do or learn to get the required license(s) for selling aquarium products and animals. i also would like to know tips on choosing the ideal location that will attract many customers, the ideal amount of money i would need and things i could be doing right now that will help make all this possible. thanks for any help you can give!"
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i'm only 17 years old, and been planning to start a aquarium business for the last couple years. i've had a passion for freshwater fish, plants and the ecosystems they live in, for as long as i can remember. i've spent the last 2 years learning about fish breeding and fish disease, and i need help on where to go next. i'm hoping you guys can give me some tips on classes i could take that would help me... or maybe things i need to do or learn to get the required license(s) for selling aquarium products and animals. i also would like to know tips on choosing the ideal location that will attract many customers, the ideal amount of money i would need and things i could be doing right now that will help make all this possible. thanks for any help you can give!"
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P2P Lending and Crowdfunding – Explore the New Frontier for Small Business Lending | SBA.gov
P2P Lending and Crowdfunding – Explore the New Frontier for Small Business Lending | SBA.gov: "One example of a hugely successful non-profit crowdfunding venture is Kiva.org. Kiva works with microfinance institutions on five continents to provide loans to people without access to traditional banking systems, including U.S. businesses.
While Kiva requires that you repay the loan over time, most crowdfunding opportunities aren’t loans and, as such, don’t involve traditional forms of repayment and interest. Instead, borrowers offer a form of payback or reward to encourage people to make the investment.
One example is the funding model established by Kickstarter. If your business is of the creative kind – art, technology, film, photography, music – Kickstarter is a way to source funds from others. In exchange for investment (often as little as $25), borrowers “reward” investors with compelling returns. For example, a share in your business or even access to limited edition works, free products, invitations to parties and events, anything you believe is an attractive enticement.
Other crowdfunding sites include Wefunder, crowdfunder, and RockthePost."
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While Kiva requires that you repay the loan over time, most crowdfunding opportunities aren’t loans and, as such, don’t involve traditional forms of repayment and interest. Instead, borrowers offer a form of payback or reward to encourage people to make the investment.
One example is the funding model established by Kickstarter. If your business is of the creative kind – art, technology, film, photography, music – Kickstarter is a way to source funds from others. In exchange for investment (often as little as $25), borrowers “reward” investors with compelling returns. For example, a share in your business or even access to limited edition works, free products, invitations to parties and events, anything you believe is an attractive enticement.
Other crowdfunding sites include Wefunder, crowdfunder, and RockthePost."
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P2P Lending and Crowdfunding – Explore the New Frontier for Small Business Lending | SBA.gov
P2P Lending and Crowdfunding – Explore the New Frontier for Small Business Lending | SBA.gov: "P2P lending sites are also a useful way to structure loans from friends and family. Because the P2P service acts as an intermediary or broker, it can help remove any potential emotional complications from the transaction while giving the lender some reassurance that you will repay on time.
What is Crowdfunding?
Crowdfunding is a collective cooperation of people who network and pool their money and resources together, usually via the Internet, to support efforts initiated by other organizations. While P2P lending typically focuses on one individual lending to another, crowdfunding – as its name implies – aims to reach a funding goal by aggregating many small investors.
Since President Obama signed the JOBS Act in April 2012, it has become a lot easier for small businesses to raise money online via crowdfunding. Previously, small businesses were limited to seeking investment from SEC accredited investors only; now non-accredited investors (i.e. you and I) can invest in a startup to the tune of up to $1 million a yea"
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What is Crowdfunding?
Crowdfunding is a collective cooperation of people who network and pool their money and resources together, usually via the Internet, to support efforts initiated by other organizations. While P2P lending typically focuses on one individual lending to another, crowdfunding – as its name implies – aims to reach a funding goal by aggregating many small investors.
Since President Obama signed the JOBS Act in April 2012, it has become a lot easier for small businesses to raise money online via crowdfunding. Previously, small businesses were limited to seeking investment from SEC accredited investors only; now non-accredited investors (i.e. you and I) can invest in a startup to the tune of up to $1 million a yea"
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