How adults can start to play the piano?

2021-10-11T11:22:17+01:00

Many adults contemplate the idea of starting to play the piano, but they do not always know where to begin. "Is there a book I can buy?", "Shall I look on YouTube?", "Shall I rather contact a piano teacher or a music school?", "Is it even possible for me as an adult to learn how to play the piano?". So many questions go through their minds that they often exhaust themselves looking for the answer and lose the courage to take any action. They feel lost and do not know who to turn to. I completely understand that adults are often [...]

How adults can start to play the piano?2021-10-11T11:22:17+01:00

Why you need to take weekly piano lessons

2021-03-01T10:37:14+00:00

The importance of taking your piano lessons weekly. Why you need to persist and persevere to become the pianist YOU want to be! Taking weekly piano lessons is the best way for you to make SERIOUS improvement in your piano playing! At the London Piano Institute we offer excellent quality weekly piano lessons in London. It is our utmost desire to help YOU as an adult succeed at playing the piano and we will do everything in our power to help you learn! Success is built upon a solid foundation. We do not neglect important foundational elements. We want to help [...]

Why you need to take weekly piano lessons2021-03-01T10:37:14+00:00

Famous people who play the piano!

2021-03-01T10:34:01+00:00

Discover famous individuals who also play the piano! Here at the London Piano Institute, we believe that anyone can learn to play the piano. If you’re willing to learn and dedicate your time, you can do it - no matter your experience, age, or Twitter follower count! Did you know that these famous faces are also proficient at the piano? Clint Eastwood Fact of the day: as well as being an actor and a director, Clint Eastwood is also an accomplished pianist! Before becoming an actor, Eastwood seriously considered pursuing a career in the world of music. He didn’t give up [...]

Famous people who play the piano!2021-03-01T10:34:01+00:00

How to choose a suitable piano for you

2021-03-01T10:33:46+00:00

An article on how to select a suitable piano! Selecting the right piano for you is absolutely vital. In this article, you will discover a few tips to help you find a piano that will bring you years of musical pleasure! Set a realistic budget Pianos can be costly especially grand pianos. Therefore it is vital to set a realistic budget. If you plan to purchase a digital piano a budget between £280 and £700 should do. For upright pianos, we recommend a budget of between £1800 and £5000. For grand pianos, a starting budget could be around £3000 for a [...]

How to choose a suitable piano for you2021-03-01T10:33:46+00:00

The surprising productivity benefits of piano lessons

2021-03-01T10:32:16+00:00

Learning to play the piano has MANY benefits and will make you a much more productive individual! Finding the time to pursue any hobby can be a challenge, especially when you’re juggling a demanding career and the daily pressures of home life. But that doesn’t mean you should give up learning a new skill or stop taking part in something you enjoy. In fact, taking up piano lessons could give your productivity a boost and help you achieve more when working. Many people already know that simply listening to music can help you focus and concentrate in a work environment. Melodies [...]

The surprising productivity benefits of piano lessons2021-03-01T10:32:16+00:00

What to expect from your first year of piano lessons

2021-03-01T10:26:10+00:00

Learn what you can expect during your first year of piano playing! Yes, It can be daunting attending your first piano lesson but you’re not the only one that’s been in that position and your teacher will understand. Whether you choose to have private or group lessons you’re likely to want to know how quickly you’ll progress and develop your new skills. Of course, everybody is different and how your progress will depend on a whole range of factors, from your natural aptitude for musical instruments to how much time you spend practising outside of lessons. At times, it can be [...]

What to expect from your first year of piano lessons2021-03-01T10:26:10+00:00

A beginners guide to the piano

2021-03-01T10:25:48+00:00

A guide to help you in your first steps of your piano playing journey! When you’re starting out with the piano, there are some basics that everyone needs to know. Here are some of the most important things, including a glossary of key terms, and some basic techniques. Questions that you may have: First, let’s tackle two of the most basic questions you might have when starting piano lessons: What is a scale? Scales are a succession of notes played one after another. The two most common scales are the major and the minor. In most cases, as in the major [...]

A beginners guide to the piano2021-03-01T10:25:48+00:00

Can playing the piano increase your IQ?

2021-03-01T10:25:16+00:00

Learn why you can seriously increase your IQ when you learn how to play the piano. Playing the piano is good food for your brain and amazing for your future well-being! Playing a musical instrument can be a fun way to pass time and gain a new skill, whether you’re a complete beginner or have been playing for years. But could picking up an instrument boost your intelligence too? Research suggests that it could have a positive impact on your IQ as well as other measures of intellect According to research from the University of Zurich, regularly playing a musical instrument [...]

Can playing the piano increase your IQ?2021-03-01T10:25:16+00:00

Looking for stress relief? Turn to the piano

2021-03-01T10:24:58+00:00

Stress can kill you! That is why you need to learn to play the piano and get rid of work related stress! We all feel stressed at times as we go about our daily lives and try to juggle different aspects, whether it’s the pressure of a demanding job or a hectic home life that’s causing stress levels to rise. However, stress can have a negative effect on our health and it’s vital that we take some time to relax and unwind, and turning to the piano could help. Did you know that stress accounts for over a third of all [...]

Looking for stress relief? Turn to the piano2021-03-01T10:24:58+00:00

6 Ways to escape the city without leaving london

2021-03-02T11:44:15+00:00

Time to get away from it all? Read our guide to doing so in London! 6 Ways to Escape the City Without Leaving London We believe that London is one of the greatest cities in the world, but sometimes you just need to get away from all the hustle and bustle of city life. In a city so expansive this can seem like an impossible task, but London is full of hidden gems and fun activities. Here are our top 6 recommendations for the times when you really just need to find an escape. Curl up with a book Reading is [...]

6 Ways to escape the city without leaving london2021-03-02T11:44:15+00:00
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