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In the old days when young boys and girls were required to attain certain accomplishments so as to be received into polite society, it was the prerequisite that everyone learn the piano. Even middleclass families, who liked to copy the upper classes, made sure that their children learned to play the piano well enough to show off among their friends. Well into the sixties, every small town has a nice lady who gave lessons. Children went to her house for one hour one day each week for these precious lessons. At least they were precious to the parents.