Coltharp Piano World
About Us
“Welcome… Welcome… Welcome to
Our Musical Family!”
Coltharp Piano World Is Open — And Entering
An Exciting New Chapter
For more than four decades, Coltharp Piano World has proudly served the Mid-South as a trusted destination for fine new and pre-owned pianos.
While we honor the passing of founder Russell Coltharp and the extraordinary musical legacy he built, we want the public to know clearly:
We are open, active, and very much in business.
In fact, Coltharp Piano World is preparing for a major Grand Re-Opening Celebration and Sale beginning May 1, featuring one of the largest and most comprehensive piano selections available anywhere in this part of the country.
We have brought dozens of remarkable instruments out of our warehouse, expanded our showroom presentation, and now offer more than 100 pianos on our main floor, including grands, uprights, rebuilt instruments, specialty pieces, and exceptional values across multiple price ranges.
We invite you to come be part of our musical family.
As Russell always said:
“Welcome… Welcome… Welcome to our musical family.”
That spirit continues here every day.
Grand Re-Opening Celebration & Sale — Launching May 1
Join us as we celebrate a new chapter for Coltharp Piano World with:
Expanded showroom inventory
Newly presented warehouse selections
Special Grand Re-Opening pricing
Unique and rare instruments
New and pre-owned pianos for beginners to professionals
One of the most comprehensive selections in the Mid-South
Whether you are shopping for a first piano, a family heirloom instrument, a church piano, or a performance grand, we invite you to visit and explore.
Russell Coltharp’s Legacy Continues
Russell devoted his life to music, craftsmanship, service, and helping others discover the joy of fine instruments.
That legacy is not ending — it continues.
Together, Karin Coltharp and our team remain committed to serving clients throughout Memphis and beyond with the same care, integrity, and passion that have defined Coltharp Piano World for decades.
Visit Our Showroom
Over 100 pianos on the floor
Additional inventory in warehouse
Delivery available
First tuning included on qualifying purchases
Financing and payment options available
Browse our inventory online or visit our showroom in person.
Come be part of our musical family.
Accepted methods of payment include check, cash, and credit/debit cards (a processing fee applies to card payments).
Delivery is free for any piano priced over $10,000; for instruments under $10,000, a $400 delivery fee applies. Delivery outside of Shelby County standard mileage rates will apply in addition to delivery fee.
A first tuning is included with the purchase of any piano priced above $5,000.
4447 Summer Ave. Memphis, TN, 38122
Holiday Sale Dates December 2-21, 2025
10:00AM - 5:00PM
Concert grand pianos represent the highest standard of piano craftsmanship and are designed for professional concert pianists and the most demanding musical performances. These instruments typically measure above 7foot in length, with a large soundboard and extended bass strings that provide unmatched power, clarity, and resonance. The key action is finely balanced to allow for exceptional responsiveness and tonal nuance across the entire keyboard. Concert grands deliver an enormous dynamic range and sustained richness, making them the preferred choice for large concert halls and performance venues where every nuance must be clearly projected. Their size, build quality, and acoustic excellence allow musicians to fully express the depth and complexity of a wide repertoire, from delicate classical pieces to powerful modern compositions.
Grand pianos are elegant instruments favored by serious musicians, advanced students, and professionals seeking superior sound quality and expressive control. Their horizontal string layout and larger soundboards allow for richer and fuller tones with a wider dynamic range than upright pianos. The more responsive action mechanics, aided by gravity, enable faster note repetition and nuanced touch, making them ideal for recital halls, studios, and homes with adequate space. Sizes range from smaller baby grands (around 5 feet) perfect for more intimate spaces, to full concert grands exceeding 9 feet, renowned for their powerful sound projection and refined expression. Grand pianos deliver an unmatched playing experience for those who demand excellence in tonal richness and performance responsiveness.
Upright pianos are designed for a wide range of players, from beginners to advanced amateurs, who need a space-efficient instrument with good tonal quality. Their manageable size makes them perfect for homes, schools, and smaller venues, offering reliable performance at an affordable level, and they are well-suited for practice and casual playing.
Clearance pianos are available as preowned and/or rebuilt instruments, each offered in as-is condition and selected to provide players and families with access to quality acoustic pianos at a more accessible price point; whether the pianos have been carefully restored or are standard used models, every instrument displays its own unique history, character, and sound, and while some show normal signs of cosmetic wear, all are inspected and prepared for functional use, making them ideal for anyone seeking the distinct warmth, craftsmanship, and enduring value found in older instruments without committing to the cost of a new piano or requiring showroom perfection.