Roberts Pianos Timeline

Roberts Pianos Timeline

The history of Roberts Pianos, from our beginnings in England to our current location in Houston.

Key milestones in the Roberts Pianos story.

The Beginning

Marcus Roberts begins his journey in piano tuning near Emsworth, in the south of the United Kingdom. His passion for pianos and dedication to craftsmanship laid the foundation for what would become a family legacy.

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1987

First Store Opening

Marcus Roberts opens his first piano store on the south coast of England. This marked the beginning of retail operations and direct customer service.

Expansion
1995

Growing Reputation

Roberts Pianos builds a solid reputation for work with European and Japanese pianos, pairing careful selection with straightforward, friendly service.

Achievement

Roberts Pianos Oxford

Marcus opens Roberts Pianos Oxford, focusing on quality German, British, Japanese and Austrian pianos. The shop becomes a key part of the family business.

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2005

Family Tradition Continues

Evan Roberts, Marcus's son, begins learning the family trade. Growing up surrounded by pianos, he develops the same passion for quality instruments and customer service.

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Roberts Pianos Houston

Evan establishes Roberts Pianos Houston, marking both a new family milestone and the official store opening in the United States. The focus remains on quality instruments and personal service.

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2025

New Space in Spring Branch

Roberts Pianos Houston moves to a new location in Spring Branch, with the aim of growing the business further while continuing the tradition of quality and service.

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Future Forward

Looking ahead to the next generation of piano enthusiasts. Roberts Pianos continues to adapt and grow while maintaining the core values that have made the business successful for over a century.

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A few figures

Nothing grand, just a sense of where we have come from and what we do.

Over 100 years
Many placed
Pianos in homes and venues
Three generations
Family-run
A range of makers
Old and new