Burd and Sons Piano Service
Expert Piano Tuning
in Richmond Heights by
Master Tech
Joe Kemple
Master Piano Technician
38 Years of Experience
Over 20,000 Tunings Performed

Are You Here Because You Recently Obtained a Used Piano?
Many of our clients contact us after another tuning didn’t hold, didn’t sound right, or didn’t address underlying issues.
We do it right the first time, GUARANTEED!
I Need My Regular Seasonal Service
My Piano Hasn't Been Tuned in a Long Time

Piano Tuning for Richmond Heights Homes
Richmond Heights, positioned between Clayton and South County, hosts a variety of pianos—from vintage uprights to modern grands—that are directly affected by Missouri’s seasonal humidity swings. Changes in moisture can cause soundboards and action components to expand or contract, resulting in pitch drift, uneven key response, and mechanical wear if not addressed with precise, climate-aware tuning and regulation.
We regularly service pianos throughout Richmond Heights, including homes within the Maplewood Richmond Heights School District and neighborhoods near The Heights and the Saint Louis Galleria. Our approach emphasizes action regulation, pitch stabilization, and environmental adaptation tailored to Richmond Heights’ local conditions, keeping each piano performing reliably year-round.
Burd and Sons delivers Joe Kemple’s 38 years of professional experience directly to your home. By combining master-level technique with an understanding of Richmond Heights’ geographic and climatic factors, we ensure every piano remains mechanically sound, tonally stable, and enjoyable to play for years to come.


Piano Teachers in the Richmond Heights Area
▼ Local Piano Teachers in the City & County
| Instructor / Studio | Phone | Website / Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Hixson Piano (Caroline Hixson, NCTM) | (314) 974-0081 | hixsonpiano.com |
| Kirkwood Academy of Music | (314) 965-1571 | kirkwoodacademyofmusic.com |
| The Music Room (South City) | (314) 282-5126 | themusicroomstl.com |
| DaySpring Arts (Maryland Heights) | (314) 291-8878 | dayspringarts.org |
▶ Major Music Institutions
| Lacefield Music (South County) | (314) 845-3760 | lacefieldmusic.com |
| Community Music School (CMS) | (314) 968-5939 | webster.edu/cms |
| Shock City School of Music | (314) 750-9395 | shockcityschool.com |
▶ St. Louis Metro Schools
| Community Music School (CMS) | (314) 968-5939 | webster.edu/cms |
| Shock City School of Music | (314) 750-9395 | shockcityschool.com |
If you would like to be added to or removed from this list, please email me.
Piano Tuner, Richmond Heights

We also service the neighboring communities of Clayton, Webster Groves, and St. Louis.

Get in Touch
The fastest way to reach me is via text. > Because I am often tuning in quiet environments, I can respond to texts much more quickly than voice calls or emails.
Text or Call: [314-236-7841]
Phone & Text Support (Office Hours):
Monday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
In-Home & Institutional Tuning: > Monday – Friday: By Appointment