Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Piano Hire Services in Knutsford
Established in 1930, Swans Music is a family-run business now in its third generation, led by Bill Swan and David Swan. With over nine decades of experience in the music industry, we specialise in piano hire, tuning, removal, and storage, serving clients across the UK. Our extensive stock includes upright, grand, electric, and digital pianos, alongside specialist prop hire instruments for film, television, and live events. We have provided instruments and expertise for high-profile performances featuring artists such as Adele, Elton John, and Coldplay, as well as television productions like The Forsyte Saga. Our team combines technical proficiency with a deep understanding of musical requirements, ensuring tailored solutions for both private and professional clients.We prioritise reliability, precision, and customer satisfaction, offering expert advice and support from initial enquiry to delivery and beyond. Our services extend to piano tuning for venues including theatres, concert halls, and festivals, with over 700 regular tuning clients. We also handle complex piano removals, utilising specialist equipment and techniques to ensure safe transportation. Our commitment to quality and service has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in the music and entertainment industry.
Services
Piano Hire
Piano Tuning
Piano Removal
Piano Storage
Prop Hire
Details
- Year established: 1930
Highlights and features
- We offer over 90 years of experience in piano hire and tuning.
- Our team has worked with world-renowned artists and major productions.
- We provide tailored solutions for both private and professional clients.
- Our extensive stock includes Yamaha, Bosendorfer, and Bluthner pianos.
- We handle complex piano removals with specialist equipment and expertise.
Services
Piano Hire
We supply a wide range of pianos for events, recordings, and productions. Our stock includes Yamaha, Bosendorfer, and Bluthner models, alongside digital and prop instruments. Clients benefit from expert guidance to select the ideal piano, with delivery and setup support available nationwide. Our instruments have featured in major TV shows, concerts, and photo shoots.
Piano Tuning
Regular tuning ensures optimal performance for private and professional pianos. Our experienced technicians service over 700 clients, including theatres, concert halls, and festivals. We address wear and tear, offering adjustments to sustain quality sound. Tuning is recommended twice yearly to maintain pitch stability.
Piano Removal
We safely relocate pianos locally or nationally, using specialist equipment for challenging moves. Our team handles delicate logistics, including crane-assisted window deliveries. Piano storage options are available for short or long-term needs, ensuring instruments remain protected.
Prop Hire
Our collection includes practical and decorative instruments for film, TV, and stage. Options range from dummy grand pianos to vintage models like the Collard & Collard 1846 Square Piano. These props combine visual appeal with lightweight designs for easy handling on set.
Piano Storage
We offer climate-controlled storage for pianos requiring protection between uses. Clients benefit from flexible terms and expert handling during storage periods. Our facilities ensure instruments remain in pristine condition, ready for retrieval at short notice.
People
Bill Swan
Partner
Bill Swan co-leads Swans Music with over four decades of experience in the music trade. As a third-generation family member, he combines deep industry knowledge with hands-on expertise in piano hire and event logistics.
David Swan
Partner
David Swan brings extensive musical instrument expertise to Swans Music, specialising in client relations and technical operations. His career spans decades of collaboration with artists and production teams for major events.
Questions
What types of pianos do you hire?
We offer Yamaha, Bosendorfer, Bluthner, and Fender Rhodes models, including grand, upright, digital, and specialist prop pianos for events and productions.
Do you provide tuning services?
Yes, we offer professional piano tuning with technicians experienced in maintaining instruments for venues, concerts, and private clients.
Can you deliver pianos outside Cheshire?
We deliver nationwide, handling logistics for local moves or long-distance transportation with specialist equipment as needed.
How often should a piano be tuned?
We recommend tuning twice yearly to maintain pitch stability, though professional instruments may require more frequent adjustments.
Do you hire dummy pianos for film sets?
Yes, we supply lightweight dummy grand pianos designed for photo shoots and TV productions, ensuring visual authenticity without functional components.
