About the Author

In 1947 John J. Riley at age 17 founded with a capitol of $250.00 a one-man piano business selling and restoring used pianos that lasted for 58 years. His story is of the piano industry. The people he met and who frequented his shop. They are interesting and poignant characters. Mr. Riley is among a rare and vanishing breed of people who loves their lives work.

Inspirational Quote

In the beginning of the book he quotes the Chinese philosopher Confucius "Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life." Mr. Riley did just that.

Summary

His story is a rare insight into a small American piano industry that has seen better days and is now in its twilight years. Mr. Riley spins his story in a real down-to-earth narrative reminiscing about a kinder and more gentle time of life.