I have written before about the importance of purchasing the right instrument when starting your piano studies. However, many people fail to think about what they will be sitting on, but having the wrong stool can result in poor posture, discomfort when playing the piano and even injury. It’s vital therefore to invest in the […]

A key element of playing jazz piano is learning to improvise. In this blog post I’m going to give you some step-by-step guidance to help you create your first piece of jazz piano music! Step 1: Learn to play the three primary chords in the key of C with your left hand These chords are: […]

Finding the right teacher and buying the best instrument to practise on are the two most important decisions you will make when beginning your piano studies. In this blog post, I'm going to discuss how to find a piano tutor and some of the key things to look for in a teacher. How to find […]

If you're planning on learning the piano, it's important to have the right instrument to practise on. A good quality piano is an investment and will provide many years of enjoyment. Indeed, an acoustic piano can last a life time or longer! Acoustic Pianos If you have the space and the budget a good quality […]

It improves concentration There are many studies which show a correlation between learning a musical instrument and success in other subjects at school. Researchers have measured strong changes in the brain of those learning the piano, even where piano lessons have commenced after the age of 65. It benefits your social life Although pianists tend […]