Playing it by ear … the self-taught pianist
At the Piano Shop Bath we like to encourage budding musicians to achieve their dreams. We love to hear stories of young and old alike taking to a new instrument…
An upside to isolation
In these times of social distancing some musicians will struggle with not being able to collaborate with their fellows. Other musicians may use their time to practise and improve and,...
Iconic Pianos
No other instrument has the versatility, power and depth of the piano. It is central to almost all music genres. The piano gallery will inspire you whether you love classical,...
Young Pianist Spotlight: Mateo Davis
Edward Bettella is a composer-pianist, piano teacher and associate of The Piano Shop Bath. Here he tells the story of his talented pupil, Mateo Davis. "Mateo was introduced to me...
Kawai Artists: Lara Melda
Kawai Pianos have built a reputation for producing high quality pianos, not just for practise at home, but also for world class artists on the concert platform. This relationship between…
Kawai Artists: Warren Mailley-Smith
Kawai Pianos have built a reputation for producing high quality pianos, not just for practise at home, but also for world class artists on the concert platform. This relationship between…
Kawai Artists: Ashley Fripp
Kawai Pianos have built a reputation for producing high quality pianos, not just for practise at home, but also for world class artists on the concert platform. This relationship between…
Kawai Artists: Mikhail Pletnev
Kawai Pianos have built a reputation for producing high quality pianos, not just for practise at home, but also for world class artists on the concert platform. This relationship between…
Kawai K15E, Kawai K200 & The Kawai K500
At first the range of piano options available can seem a little overwhelming, use our quick guide to familiarise yourself with three of Kawai’s most popular upright pianos. The Kawai…
Pianist James Rhodes @ St Georges, Bristol Oct 16th
Pianist James Rhodes @ St Georges, Bristol Oct 16th James Rhodes has been making waves in the piano world for some time now, campaigning to improve music education for all…
Pianist James Rhodes at St George’s Bristol in October
On Friday 16th October, James Rhodes will be appearing at St George’s Bristol in a performance billed as an immersive, compelling and entertaining, part confessional and part virtuosic musical display….
My Favourite Piano
As a pianist, you will often find yourself trying out any piano you can, whether it be an old upright in a village hall, or the top of the range…