Riccardo Porrovecchio

Very good piano for a practice session in Palermo!

I was really in a rush to find an instrument at the last minute in Palermo, and luckily, I found Riccardo! It wasn’t just a great piano and helpful setup, but also a very hospitable and welcoming atmosphere. I truly enjoyed my practice session in a beautiful room full of books and paintings. The piano had just been tuned, so it sounded wonderful. During my session, I was able to fully concentrate, as it was quiet and undisturbed. To anyone looking for a place to practice while on vacation — I can wholeheartedly recommend this one, and I’ll definitely return if I’m ever back in town. Big thanks to Riccardo!

Gem in Palermo

The host Riccardo, himself an accomplished violinist, devoted dedicated effort in maintaining the grand piano which is decades old. The piano is mature and excellent for rehearsal and facilitating in curating technical skills and developing expression. Strongly recommending this as a sanctuary for pianists requiring a place for refreshment and retreat. Riccardo is welcoming and supportive, communicating insightfully on his passion for music, which is an extra credit uncommon in a transactional piano rental experience. Much appreciated and will definitely go to his place again when next visiting Palermo!

Fantastic!

Practicing at Ricardo’s place was a wonderful experience! I was preparing for a piano competition, and his place in Palermo was perfect for my needs. The Yamaha is an excellent instrument and well-regulated.

Excellent space for practice in Palermo

I practiced there before a concert for three hours and it was a great space with a Yamaha piano in a pretty good state for practice. Ricardo and his family were super welcoming and helpful and I felt super comfortable working there. Definitely will repeat there if I go back to Palermo ! Grazie

Wonderful practice space and very accommodating host!

I was in Palermo on holiday and wanted to spend some time at the piano to ensure I didn’t get too rusty. The host was incredibly welcoming and insisted I make myself at home, offering coffee and water. I never felt disturbed in my practice as the apartment is spacious and I didn't hear any noise coming from outside the room. The piano sounds and feels incredibly lovely to play, one or two notes in the upper register were slightly detuned but it never had a huge effect on my playing. After my rehearsal, the host offered advice on things to visit in Palermo. Overall, a great experience

Practicing in Palermo

The host was very friendly and kind. I could practice 2 hours without any interruption. The host even gave me a lift to my hostel because it was already late in the evening, that was really kind of them.