"When it comes to my piano, Yamaha shares my philosophy that anything short of perfect simply isn't good enough.I feel that I can always rely on my Yamaha piano to give me its best. Yamaha understands my needs as a professional musician and performer."
Sir Elton John

“For more than 30 years now, I have observed the wonderful and systematic improvement in the artistic value of Yamaha grand pianos. These instruments have become a respected symbol for quality and durability throughout the world. Thanks to the outstanding work of the piano craftsmen in Hamamatsu, Yamaha grand pianos have become the prize possession of concert halls the world over. As a pianist, professor and concert organizer, I have been impressed for many years now by the professional support that Yamaha provides to young and exceptionally talented pianists throughout the world. It is impossible to overestimate the role which Yamaha plays in promoting talent as well as in creating new festivals and competitions.”
Professor Piotr Paleczny
Frédéric Chopin Academy, Warsaw

"The CFIIIS is one of the world's best grand pianos. I get special pleasure from playing on this instrument, which embodies perfect tone and sound quality."
Prof. Vladimir Krainev
University for Music and Theatre, Hannover

"The CFIIIS is undoubtedly the most wonderful piano I have ever played. It makes everything seem possible for the performer and responds with infinite subtlety to all the innermost dreams of the artist. It has everything from a wonderful clarity to a great depth of tone with power and beauty throughout the whole range of the instrument. It is the only concert piano where perfection comes as standard. I simply love it!"
Marina Nadiradze
Pianist

"We have the extreme good fortune to have a handcrafted S6 and even a CFIIIS in our extensive collection of pianos. Both instruments have proved to be highly durable. Their delicate sound profile is absolutely balanced and harmonious in all registers. This, combined with the outstanding sensitivity of their mechanism, gives these instruments their vast potential. It's a pure joy to play them and listen to them."
Graham Scott
Head of Keyboard Studies
Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester

"In the course of my career I have gained the kind of trust in the Yamaha concert grand which is necessary for the artist. It has always been my best friend in the many-shared moments when music becomes silent contemplation and pure reflection for both the musician and the audience – when time stands still. Magical moments of which every artist dreams. After playing so many concerts with the Yamaha CFIII I finally decided with my heart and soul for the wonderful S model, which I play every day."
Rosa Torres-Pardo
Concert Pianist

“The RSAMD received a large number of new Yamaha grand and upright pianos in 2007. They have been an unqualified success at the Academy. In particular, our CFIII is very highly regarded by students, staff and visiting artists. This is not an easy group to please, but our CFIII has truly won over all who play it. It has a particularly beautiful sound and can achieve colors and nuances which excite the imagination. One rarely experiences a piano with this level of sensitivity. Our compliments and appreciation to Yamaha for aiming and achieving such high standards in piano manufacture. It is a true artist’s instrument!”
Aaron Shorr
Head of Keyboard Studies
Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, Glasgow

“The Yamaha has such a smooth and precise action - a complete joy to play both in concert and at home. I love how even the smaller Yamahas have a concert-quality range of colour and sound. I'm always excited to try a new Yamaha as they are constantly evolving - allowing me to explore completely new ideas.”
Freddy Kempf
Pianist