Company History
The Hardman piano Company was established in New York city in 1842 by Hugh Hardman. Hardman pianos soon became
known for their fine musical qualities, timeless cabinetry and durability. The house of Hardman progressed steadily and at
the 1876 Centennial Exposition introduced the Hardman Art pianos.
In 1880, Leopold Peck joins Hardman with the primary focus on developing the Hardman piano as a noted performance
instrument. In achieving his goal for the Hardman piano Peck spearheaded many innovative design ideas and in 1886
introduced an artistic player piano called the Autotone. This instrument was recognized as a piano of unquestionable
excellence and beauty.
Leopold Peck becomes a partner in 1890 and the company is renamed Hardman, Peck & Company. Peck acquires the
business in the mid 1890's and the success of the Hardman piano continues.
Upon Leopold's death in 1904, management of Hardman, Peck & Company passes to his son, Alfred L. Peck. Under
continued growth, the firm is incorporated under the laws of the state of New York in 1905, capitalized at $800,000.
Carl E. Peck succeeds Alfred L. Peck as company president in 1911. Carl had joined Hardman, Peck & Company in 1890 as
production manager. Prior to this he had spent eighteen years in lumber manufacturing in the Black Forest of Germany. By
this time the company had retail stores operating in New York and Philadelphia.
The artistic superiority of the Hardman piano had found its proper recognition in the music world. Noted institutions chose
the Hardman piano as their preferred piano, and for many years Hardman served as the official piano of the Metropolitan
Opera Company.
Success in the industry did not go unnoticed. The Aeolian Corporation, another distinguished piano manufacturer, showed
interest in acquiring Hardman. Having additional resources in manufacturing, finance and capacity the Aeolian Corporation
purchases Hardman, Peck & Company. Aeolian expands the Hardman product line, building to the quality expectations of
the original company.
Today, Hardman, Peck & Company continues to build quality pianos to meet the demands of every pianist. These pianos
offer an outstanding value in a complete line of console, studio, professional upright and grand pianos; all which are
available in a variety of styles and finishes.
Hardman, Peck & Company - quality crafted pianos from the world's finest materials since 1842
HARDMAN-PECK pianos are available at KeyArts Houston
in a variety of sizes and styles. Uprights and Grands.
UPRIGHT PIANO 44" through 52" Professional
GRAND PIANOS from 4'11' to 7' 6"
CALL FOR INQUIRES ABOUT THIS VERY AFFORDABLE
GRAND PIANO AND UPRIGHT LINE.
The Hardman piano Company was established in New York city in 1842 by Hugh Hardman. Hardman pianos soon became
known for their fine musical qualities, timeless cabinetry and durability. The house of Hardman progressed steadily and at
the 1876 Centennial Exposition introduced the Hardman Art pianos.
In 1880, Leopold Peck joins Hardman with the primary focus on developing the Hardman piano as a noted performance
instrument. In achieving his goal for the Hardman piano Peck spearheaded many innovative design ideas and in 1886
introduced an artistic player piano called the Autotone. This instrument was recognized as a piano of unquestionable
excellence and beauty.
Leopold Peck becomes a partner in 1890 and the company is renamed Hardman, Peck & Company. Peck acquires the
business in the mid 1890's and the success of the Hardman piano continues.
Upon Leopold's death in 1904, management of Hardman, Peck & Company passes to his son, Alfred L. Peck. Under
continued growth, the firm is incorporated under the laws of the state of New York in 1905, capitalized at $800,000.
Carl E. Peck succeeds Alfred L. Peck as company president in 1911. Carl had joined Hardman, Peck & Company in 1890 as
production manager. Prior to this he had spent eighteen years in lumber manufacturing in the Black Forest of Germany. By
this time the company had retail stores operating in New York and Philadelphia.
The artistic superiority of the Hardman piano had found its proper recognition in the music world. Noted institutions chose
the Hardman piano as their preferred piano, and for many years Hardman served as the official piano of the Metropolitan
Opera Company.
Success in the industry did not go unnoticed. The Aeolian Corporation, another distinguished piano manufacturer, showed
interest in acquiring Hardman. Having additional resources in manufacturing, finance and capacity the Aeolian Corporation
purchases Hardman, Peck & Company. Aeolian expands the Hardman product line, building to the quality expectations of
the original company.
Today, Hardman, Peck & Company continues to build quality pianos to meet the demands of every pianist. These pianos
offer an outstanding value in a complete line of console, studio, professional upright and grand pianos; all which are
available in a variety of styles and finishes.
Hardman, Peck & Company - quality crafted pianos from the world's finest materials since 1842
HARDMAN-PECK pianos are available at KeyArts Houston
in a variety of sizes and styles. Uprights and Grands.
UPRIGHT PIANO 44" through 52" Professional
GRAND PIANOS from 4'11' to 7' 6"
CALL FOR INQUIRES ABOUT THIS VERY AFFORDABLE
GRAND PIANO AND UPRIGHT LINE.
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