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Concert Grand Piano Movers
PianoSpeed move concert grand pianos for venues, dealers, schools and private collectors across London, Surrey and GB mainland. Fully insured to your instrument's value, with a piano-trained crew and the right equipment for every job.
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A concert grand is a different proposition
A concert grand typically measures between 270 and 310 cm in length and can weigh anywhere from 450 to over 600 kg depending on the make and model. The Steinway Model D, Yamaha CFX, Bechstein D-282, Bluthner Model 1, Bosendorfer 290 Imperial and Fazioli F308 are among the instruments we move regularly. These are not just large pianos: they carry enormous value, require a full crew and specialist lifting equipment, and need to be at pitch within days of arriving at a stage.
PianoSpeed are trusted by concert venues, opera houses, recording studios, conservatoires, piano dealers and private collectors across London and the UK. Get an instant fixed price online in under 60 seconds at book.pianospeed.com, or call us on 020 7164 0000 to discuss a venue move.
- All makes: Steinway, Yamaha, Fazioli, Bechstein, Bluthner, Bosendorfer
- Fully insured to your instrument's value
- Concert hall and stage deliveries regularly undertaken
HOW IT IS DONE
How a concert grand is moved
A concert grand is moved on its side. The crew remove the music desk, then the three legs and the pedal lyre, and stand the body on its straight side on a padded skid board. Because the body of a full concert grand is considerably longer and heavier than a baby grand, the crew complement is larger and the skid boards are heavier duty. The body is wrapped in a triple-thickness fitted transit cover and strapped securely, then carried upright to the van and braced for transit.
The legs, lyre and lid fittings are each protected in individual padded bags and stowed together in a heavy duty crate. At the destination the process is reversed and the piano is reassembled and positioned on stage or in the room of your choice. Concert grands require a minimum of three trained crew members for a ground-level move and more where stairs or a crane are involved.
VENUES AND STAGES
Stage deliveries and venue moves
Moving a concert grand into a concert hall, recording studio or opera house requires more than the right van and crew. Stage access varies widely: some venues have a dedicated piano bay and loading dock, others require the instrument to be lifted via a goods lift or carried through the auditorium. We assess the access route before every venue move and confirm the method and the timing with your stage or technical manager.
We work to your venue's schedule. If you need the instrument in position for a morning rehearsal, we time the delivery and reassembly accordingly. Stage and backstage lifts are chargeable and included in your online quote where the access details are entered at the time of booking.
TRANSIT PROTECTION
Protection that matches the instrument's value
Every concert grand travels in a top of the range, triple-thickness, fitted transit cover. Fitted covers stay in place on the road and protect the rim, the lid and the keybed in a way that loose blankets never can. The three legs and the pedal lyre go into individual padded bags, stowed in a heavy duty crate so no fitting knocks against another on the road.
We move on padded skid boards and use stair-climbers and spider dollies for controlled handling on stage ramps, steps and uneven surfaces. If you have a Fazioli, a Bosendorfer Imperial or any other high value instrument, please tell us the make, model and serial number at the time of booking so we can confirm the right crew configuration and cover.
CRANE AND HOIST LIFTS
Crane and hoist lifts for upper-floor spaces
Some concert grands need to go to a first or second-floor music room, a recording studio above street level, or an upper-floor conservatory. Where the stairwell is too narrow or the angle too tight to carry a full concert grand safely, we arrange a crane or external hoist to lift it through a window or balcony opening.
We assess the access, plan the method and confirm the cost in advance, so there are no surprises on the day. Stairs and lifts are chargeable and the cost is calculated automatically when you enter the floor level in your online quote. You see the full fixed price before you confirm.
BOOK ONLINE
Book your concert grand move in 60 seconds
There is no waiting for a callback and no site survey needed for most moves. Go to book.pianospeed.com, answer a few quick questions about your concert grand and the two addresses, see an instant fixed price, and confirm your slot. We work to a set delivery day for each postcode across London and Surrey, with nationwide GB mainland coverage.
For venue moves or any job where the access is complex, call us directly on 020 7164 0000 and we will work through the details with you before confirming. Need your concert grand stored between seasons or during a refurbishment? Our sister company PianoStorage.co.uk, part of the Pianospeed Group, offers climate-controlled grand piano storage at 18 to 21 degrees Celsius and 45 to 55 percent humidity, with collection and redelivery tuned when you are ready.
Questions
What counts as a concert grand piano?
A concert grand is typically 270 cm or more in length and is built for professional performance use. Common examples include the Steinway Model D (274 cm), Yamaha CFX (275 cm), Bechstein D-282 (282 cm), Bosendorfer 290 Imperial (290 cm) and Fazioli F308 (308 cm). PianoSpeed move all of these as part of our regular operations.
How much does it cost to move a concert grand piano?
You get an instant fixed price online in under 60 seconds at book.pianospeed.com. The cost depends on the size and weight of the instrument, the distance between the two addresses, and the access at both ends including stairs, stage ramps or any crane lift required. Piano moves start from £125. There is no site survey and no hidden fees for standard moves.
Can you deliver a concert grand to a venue or concert hall?
Yes. We deliver concert grands to concert halls, recording studios, conservatoires, hotels and private venues across London, Surrey and GB mainland. We work to your schedule and liaise with your stage or technical manager to confirm access routes and timing in advance.
How many crew members does it take to move a concert grand?
A minimum of three trained crew members is needed for a ground-level concert grand move. Stairs, crane lifts and venue stage deliveries require additional crew, which is factored into your online quote based on the access details you enter.
Is a concert grand insured during the move?
Yes. Every concert grand move is fully insured to your instrument's value and handled by a piano-trained crew. The piano travels in a triple-thickness fitted transit cover, with the legs and pedal lyre in individual padded bags inside a heavy duty crate. Please tell us the make, model and serial number when you book so we can confirm the correct cover.
Which makes of concert grand do you move?
We move all major makes of concert grand, including Steinway Model D, Yamaha CFX, Bechstein D-282, Bluthner Model 1, Bosendorfer 290 Imperial, Fazioli F308 and Kawai EX. If your instrument is not listed, call us on 020 7164 0000 and we will confirm the right approach.
Where do you move concert grand pianos?
We move concert grands across London, Greater London, Surrey and GB mainland, including Belfast and Northern Ireland. We run one set delivery day per postcode area and can confirm same-week slots for Greater London. Book online or call 020 7164 0000.
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