Piano repertoire

Introducing the Underrepresented Composers in Piano History

2026-09-04T17:05:52+01:00

When students first begin exploring the piano repertoire, they are usually introduced to a familiar sequence of names: Bach, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Chopin, Schumann, Liszt, Brahms, Debussy and Ravel. These composers unquestionably deserve their place in musical history, and their works continue to shape the education of pianists around the world. However, the history of piano music is far richer and more diverse than the traditional canon suggests. Alongside these celebrated figures were countless composers whose music has been overlooked, forgotten or only recently rediscovered. Today, these musicians are often referred to as underrepresented composers. What Does “Underrepresented Composer” Mean? [...]

Introducing the Underrepresented Composers in Piano History2026-09-04T17:05:52+01:00

ABRSM vs Trinity College London: Which Music Exam Board Is Better?

2026-06-15T13:22:03+01:00

Deciding between exam boards is the first step to approaching a music diploma and taking your piano skills beyond playing “just for fun” – yet many students feel overwhelmed by the confusion surrounding which exam board to choose. While several other internationally accredited boards provide structured graded exams and diplomas, ABRSM and Trinity College London are the most globally recognised. Others like Rockschool, The Royal Conservatory of Music, Australian Music Examinations Board, etc. are also widely acknowledged, but may not offer the same level of international standardisation and global recognition. There is still ongoing debate among students over whether ABRSM or [...]

ABRSM vs Trinity College London: Which Music Exam Board Is Better?2026-06-15T13:22:03+01:00

Film Scores that Every Pianist Should Know

2026-05-06T08:03:04+01:00

Film music has a unique ability to live beyond the screen. A great score can instantly recall a scene, a character, or an emotion years after the credits have rolled. For pianists, film music offers something especially rewarding: melodies that audiences recognise, harmonies rich with colour, and arrangements that range from beautifully simple to thrillingly virtuosic. Whether you are an intermediate player seeking engaging repertoire, or an advanced pianist wanting dramatic concert pieces, film scores provide a treasure trove of material. Here are some of the film scores that every pianist should know. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-Zcc-OvzA8 The Piano – Michael Nyman It would [...]

Film Scores that Every Pianist Should Know2026-05-06T08:03:04+01:00

The Left Hand in Piano Music: The Unsung Hero of the Keyboard

2025-08-26T13:22:38+01:00

When audiences watch a pianist perform, attention naturally falls upon the right hand as it spins out melodies in the treble register. Yet, the left hand is far from a mere accompanist. It anchors harmony, sculpts rhythm, and often carries expressive weight equal to, or greater than, the right. From the thunderous bass of Beethoven’s sonatas to the subtle, shifting colours of Debussy’s impressionism, the left hand has played a decisive role in shaping the piano’s voice. To overlook it is to miss half the story of pianism. Historical Context In the early eighteenth century, when the piano was still in [...]

The Left Hand in Piano Music: The Unsung Hero of the Keyboard2025-08-26T13:22:38+01:00
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