Subjective artistic opinion, of course. One of the oldest and most venerable names is the Steinway piano. Another is the Baldwin. The Second City's numerous cultural events make interesting reading, even if Chicago is enjoyed in front of the monitor screen. T he music scene in Vancouver, BC , the beautiful western Canadian city, warrants a look, see.
European links are numerous and fun.
A nd for a more international Italian site there is Musica Classica nel Mondo. Among today's music societies is the American Liszt Society, which honors the memory of one of the piano's great composers. The organization has an impressive membership of performers and lecturers. A nd, paying tribute to another great composer and pianist is The Rachmaninoff Society. N ot meant for casual reading exactly, The august American Musicological Society may help in your current research.