Who we are
Gustafson Piano Tuning is a family-owned, licensed, and insured business built on faith, craftsmanship, and care. Founded by Steve and Sarah Gustafson, our mission is to help every piano we touch sing with clarity, beauty, and purpose.
Meet The Gustafson Team
Sarah Gustafson
Sarah is a managing partner at Gustafson Piano Tuning where she works alongside her husband, Steve, to deliver exceptional piano care and service to clients throughout the region. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for organization, Sarah oversees the company’s website, ensuring it remains up-to-date and informative for both existing and prospective clients. Her expertise in managing social media platforms helps the business maintain an engaging online presence, fostering strong connections within the music community and keeping clients informed about the latest services and company updates.
In addition to her marketing and communications roles, Sarah is responsible for the company’s financial operations, handling everything from invoicing to budgeting with efficiency and accuracy. Her strong background in office management ensures that day-to-day operations run smoothly, allowing the team to focus on delivering high-quality piano tuning and customer service. Sarah’s ability to balance multiple responsibilities makes her an indispensable part of the Gustafson Piano Tuning team.
Her commitment to excellence and dedication to client satisfaction have contributed significantly to the company’s reputation for reliability and professionalism. Outside of work, Sarah enjoys music, community events, and spending quality time with her family.
Steve Gustafson
Steve is a managing partner of Gustafson Piano Tuning bringing over a decade of experience in piano tuning alongside a lifelong dedication to music. He holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Eastern Michigan University (1988) and a Master of Music degree from Louisiana State University (1994). Steve’s deep musical roots are reflected in his extensive background as both a performer and educator.
In addition to his work with Gustafson Piano Tuning, Steve currently serves as the organist at First Presbyterian Church of Baton Rouge. Since the 1990s, he has held organist and pianist positions at several area churches, including Winbourne Avenue Baptist Church, Jefferson United Methodist, First Baptist Baton Rouge, and The Chapel on the Campus at LSU.
Steve’s passion for teaching has led him to instruct students at River Parishes Community College, Baton Rouge Community College, the Academy Music Preparatory School at LSU, and Baton Rouge Music Studios. His teaching style emphasizes the foundational elements of music across genres and career paths, fostering well-rounded musicianship in his students.
As a performer, Steve is a familiar presence on the Baton Rouge music scene. He has played piano at celebrated local restaurants such as Mansur's, Sullivan's, Gino's, and currently Stab’s Prime. He has also performed Carmina Burana with the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra, contributed his talents to pit orchestras for local musical theater productions, and spent nearly a decade playing keyboards in a wedding band.
Steve’s commitment to musical excellence and his diverse experiences as a tuner, performer, church musician, and educator have made him an integral part of the region’s vibrant music community.
Jarrett Gustafson
Jarrett Gustafson, apprentice at Gustafson Piano Tuning, is a recent graduate of Louisiana State University where he earned his degree in jazz guitar. His formal training gives him a deep understanding of harmony, tone, and musical nuance—skills that translate directly to his work with pianos. Jarrett’s ear for voicing, balance, and dynamic shading helps him identify subtle issues in tone and touch, enabling precise adjustments that improve both playability and musical expression.
At Gustafson Piano Tuning, Jarrett assists with regulation, voicing, and tuning under the guidance of senior technicians. His background in jazz performance and ensemble playing enhances his ability to collaborate with clients—whether preparing instruments for practice, performance, or recording. Jarrett brings patience, discipline, and a musician’s perspective to every instrument he works on, ensuring pianos not only sound accurate but also respond with the musical character players expect.
Outside of tuning work, Jarrett remains active as a performer and educator, continuing to develop his craft and stay connected to current musical practices. His combination of academic training and hands-on apprenticeship makes him a reliable, musically informed member of the Gustafson team.
From Our ClientsSteve’s knowledge and expertise is vast. His piano-side manner is that of dear friend. He truly made me believe he cared as much for my little spinnet as he did for my antique grand. I will forever trust my instruments to Gustafson!
~Brett Auttonberry