Piano Man

Notes

2009 | 16.3h | Black Oldenburg Gelding
Quiet, classy, and forgiving
Declan is just coming back from an extended layoff and is sound at the walk, trot, and canter. He’s back in a program and ready to take on a job. This saintly gelding is as honest as they come, straightforward, and very forgiving of rider mistakes—ideal for bringing along a junior or amateur.
Highlights
* Comfortable taking a rider from 2’6”–3’6” and more
* Big stride, quiet jump, and scope for 1.30m
* Simple on the flat with all the buttons for tests/equitation
* Versatile: walks out of the jumper ring and straight into the hunter ring
* Proven record: has gone to Maclay Regionals/Finals with catch riders and first-timers; successful in derbies
* Personality: straightforward, doesn’t hold a grudge, and confidence-building

Current Status (2025)
* Recently brought back after an extended layoff;sound W/T/C and back to regular flatwork
* Starting back over poles and progressing; ready to step up with continued fitness and mileage
* Program/home with a rider who wants a kind, educated partner to finish legging up
Best Suited For
* Junior/Amateur needing a kind teacher to safely move up through divisions
* Rider wanting one horse to take in any direction
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