Question

Is it true that pianos in ghost towns can "play themselves?" I don't mean because of supernatural forces, but I remember reading once there is a scientific explanation for it. Do you know why that might be? Thank you.

Answer 1

There are mechanical pianos.

http://www.thefreedictionary.com/mechanical+piano

Answer 2

hi evelyn,

you might try looking up "history of player piano" on google. i found a lot of great reference material there.

hope this helps

si