PTG Mission Statement:

ARTICLE I - MISSION and PRINCIPLES

Section A - Mission

The mission of the Piano Technicians Guild is to promote the highest possible standards of piano service by providing members with opportunities for professional development, by recognizing technical competence through examinations and by advancing the interests of its members.

Section B - Principles

In support of this mission statement, the Piano Technicians Guild and/or its members shall:

Be democratic in its government and all its functions. Not deny membership to any person because of race, color, creed, sex, or national origin, nor in restraint of trade. Provide its members ongoing programs for technical and professional development. Provide its members a vehicle for the exchange of ideas. Always strive to provide the best possible piano service to the piano community. Always aim to provide service in an ethical way, keeping the piano users needs and best interests uppermost. Empower subordinate bodies in order that its mission and principles be carried out, supported and more easily shared by its individual members. Increase interaction and articulation with and among piano manufacturers, suppliers, trade publications, associations, foundations, dealers, technicians, teachers, professional pianists, and the piano playing public.

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