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Here you’ll find helpful articles, FAQs, videos and commentary on the topic of playing the piano and music in general.
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Here you’ll find helpful articles, FAQs, videos and commentary on the topic of playing the piano and music in general.
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This track includes cover versions of some of my favourite Jools Holland songs, performed on the piano by myself, in a medley.
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The price for a one hour lessons is £30. I also offer a 40 minute lesson which is £20.
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Yes, they do to a certain extent. The pros of attending a group lesson are that it’s usually cheaper (at first), and can be very fun. Some people prefer it, as they can see it as a social activity to not only learn, but to also make friends and bounce ideas and discussions off of […]
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This is my rendition of Mad World by Gary Jules, on the piano. Originally, Mad World was by British band Tears for Fears, written by Roland Orzabal and sung by bassist Curt Smith.
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Yes and no. It really depends on what you want to learn. Yes, I could show someone how to play something within an hour, and they would happily go on there way with a big smile on their face. But if they wanted to progress past one simple song, then the answer is no. Even […]
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This is my piano cover of the popular Cheryl Cole song ‘Promise This’ which was later covered beautifully in a different style (more like my version) by Adele.
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This is my blues cover of Summertime on the piano, originally composed by George Gershwin. This song is one of the most covered songs in the history of recorded music, with more than 33,000 covers by groups and solo performers.
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Own composition on the piano entitled ‘Winter’s Moon’ on the piano. Hope you enjoy, and if you like, please share!
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This is my cover of the classic Sweet Home Chicago on the piano, which was originally written by Robert Johnson and famously covered by the Blues Brothers. If you like it, please share!
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If you are looking for a piano teacher, it’s important you take your time and find someone that’s right for you. You could be looking at having lessons not just for months, but even years. So it’s vital that you both have great chemistry. If you choose the wrong person, then you might be put off […]