About Us
About Allegro Appraisal & Valuation
Brian Janey is the owner of Allegro Appraisal & Valuation and has been has been assisting clients to value and appraise pianos for over 20 years. He has completed appraisals for insurance coverage, damage and loss claims, market value, estate tax calculation and non-cash charitable contributions.
Brian is affiliated with the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) and has completed the training required by the Internal Revenue Service to be a qualified appraiser.Allegro Appraisal & Valuation was founded to provide credible, defensible piano appraisal services grounded in professional valuation standards and real-world technical expertise.
Brian Janey, owner and principal appraiser, has assisted clients in valuing and appraising pianos for over two decades. His appraisal work supports insurance coverage and claims, damage and loss assessments, market value determinations, estate and probate matters, and non-cash charitable contributions requiring formal documentation.
Brian’s appraisal reports are prepared for situations where accuracy, documentation, and professional standards matter — including legal, tax, and insurance contexts where valuation opinions must withstand scrutiny.
Organizational Leadership & Instruction
Brian has been actively involved in professional leadership and education within the piano industry. He has served as President of the San Diego County Chapter of the Piano Technicians Guild (PTG) since 2019.
In addition to his leadership role, he has provided technical education to piano technicians in classroom and shop settings and has been a recurring presenter at Piano Technicians Guild national conventions and regional and local chapter meetings. His instructional topics have included all aspects of piano service and business practice as well as piano valuation methodology, and condition-based assessment.
This teaching experience reflects both subject-matter expertise and the ability to communicate complex valuation concepts clearly and responsibly.
Brian maintains active professional involvement and continuing education through affiliation with:
• American Society of Appraisers (ASA)
• Piano Technicians Guild (PTG)
• National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM)
He has participated in recurring training provided by piano manufacturers in the United States, Asia, and Europe, ensuring current knowledge of construction techniques, materials, and market influences affecting modern and legacy instruments.
Expertise and Professional Affiliations
Brian is an Accredited Member of the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) and has completed the coursework and training required by the Internal Revenue Service to be recognized as a Qualified Appraiser for federal tax purposes.
His appraisal practice follows recognized valuation methodology and ethical standards, with all reports prepared in compliance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).
This formal valuation training is paired with decades of hands-on experience evaluating pianos across a wide range of makes, models, ages, and conditions — allowing for appraisals that reflect both market evidence and the physical realities of the instrument.
A Balanced Approach to Piano Valuation
Professional piano appraisal requires more than familiarity with instruments or market prices alone. It demands a careful balance of formal valuation standards, ethical responsibility, and technical understanding of how condition and use affect value.
Allegro Appraisal & Valuation was established to bridge that gap — providing appraisal reports that are clear, defensible, and appropriate for their intended purpose.