97
Theory of the Temperament. Equal Temperament. Unequal
Temperament,

LESSON XI. 109
Technique or Modus Operandi in Piano Tuning.
Manipulation of the Tuning Hammer. Setting the Mutes or
Wedges in the Upright Piano. Setting the Mutes or
Wedges in the Square Piano,

LESSON XII. 126
Mathematics of the Tempered Scale. Rationale of the
Temperament. Proposition I,

LESSON XIII. 139
Rationale of the Temperament, Concluded. Proposition
II. Proposition III. Numerical Comparison of the
Diatonic with the Tempered Scale. Various Mathematical
Tables and Examples,

LESSON XIV. 150
Miscellaneous Topics Pertaining to the Practical Work
of Tuning. Cause of the Beats. Finishing up the
Temperament. Tuning the Treble. Tuning the Bass. False
Waves,

LESSON XV. 163
Miscellaneous Items Pertaining to the Practical Work of
Tuning, Regulating, and Repairing. Comparison of the
Different Systems of Temperament. System A. System B.
System C. Final Inspection. Loose Pins. Split Bridges.
Stringing. Wire Splicing,

LESSON XVI. 178
Tuning and Repairing the Reed Organ. Cleaning. Stops.
Examination. Sticking Keys. Leaks. Pedal Defects.
Sympathetic Vibrations. Tuning,

LESSON XVII. 193
Concluding Professional Hints. Peculiar Expressions
Used in Designating Qualities of Tone. Questions often
Asked the Piano Tuner. Seasons for Tuning,

INDEX, 199

LESSON I.

~INTRODUCTION.~

Undoubtedly every human being is fitted for some sphere of
usefulness--some industry by which he can benefit mankind and support
himself in comfort. Just what we are fitted for must, almost
invariably, be decided by ourselves; and the sooner the better, else
we may plod among the thousands whose lives are miserable failures for
the reason that "they have missed their calling."

In the consideration of Piano Tuning as a profession, one should first
determine if he possesses the necessary qualifications, the most
important of