In 1979, while living in Norfolk, Virginia, Mr. Scherer began a course of studies in Piano Tuning, Repair, and Regulation. Following a two year term of missionary service, he moved to Bartow, Florida where he continued his studies to become a piano technician, receiving his diploma from the American School of Piano Tuning in January 1982. He began servicing pianos in homes, schools, and churches, first in Florida, and then in Texas while also preparing for further foreign missionary work. During the years he served as a missionary Mr. Scherer also tuned and repaired pianos on a part-time basis.

In May of 1996 Mr. Scherer returned to the United States and resided in Norfolk, Virginia where he began a full-time piano tuning and repair business which he named A-1 Piano Service. He served hundreds of satisfied customers, including churches, schools, music teachers, and Norfolk State University. In 1999, he moved to Palm Beach County, Florida, in order to be near his parents. He named his new piano tuning business A FINE TUNE.

Mr. Scherer is an associate member of the Piano Technicians Guild, a professional organization which seeks to promote the highest technical and ethical standards among piano technicians. He has served as secretary of the Palm Beach chapter. By attending local chapter meetings, regional and national conventions, and reading the Guild's monthly journal, he is continually upgrading his knowledge and skills to enable him to more effectively serve piano owners. Customer satisfaction is a high priority!