https://www.virtualsheetmusic.com/experts/robert/even-number-octaves/ - In this video, Robert gives you historical background about the piano to answer this question.

Robert Estrin: Why Aren't Keyboards Divided Into an Even Number of Octaves? - From the Piano Expert

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Robert Estrin: Why Aren't Keyboards Divided Into an Even Number of Octaves? - From the Piano Expert

Robert Estrin: Why Aren't Keyboards Divided Into an Even Number of Octaves? - From the Piano Expert

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