Your profession: Piano and harpsichord maker (master craftsperson) (m/f)
Professional activities
Piano and harpsichord makers (master craftspersons) are both skilled workers and managers. They manage and coordinate work processes for the manufacture, repair and restoration of pianos, grand pianos, harpsichords and other keyboard instruments. They involve themselves in the practical side of the work and ensure the quality of the products. They train apprentices and support customers, staff and suppliers.
Fields of work
Master piano and harpsichord makers are predominantly employed
- in the craft trades sector
- in industry by companies that manufacture pianos and harpsichords
- in repair workshops in the music retail sector
- in museums with historical musical instruments
- at opera houses and concert halls or at conservatories
The professional profiles are based on information from berufenet at the Federal Employment Agency and BIBB (Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training).