Adult Piano Beginners
I will walk you through not only the notes on the page but I will support your development in teaching you healthy piano techniques and movement so that you create a beautiful tone and I will help you to structure your playing.
When you spend time with a teacher who has seen hundreds of students pass through their studio, you start to notice how certain ideas come up again and again. That was exactly the feeling in my recen...
A Festival with a Difference
When I spoke with my friend and colleague Marina Petrov about the Around the Globe International Music Festival (AGIMF) 2025, I was reminded why this event is so special....
recommended by pianist magazine
When Pianist Magazine recently featured my Hey Presto! Piano Method in their Learning Guide, I felt both proud and reflective. The recognition is wonderful, but f...
Penelope Roskell's top three tips for adult piano beginners
I recently interviewed Penelope Roskell, Professor of Piano at Trinity Laban, Chair of EPTA UK, and author of the Essential Piano Technique...
Marcel's Piano Notes
Thoughts from the piano bench on learning, teaching, and making music that matters. I'm Marcel, creator of Hey Presto! and teacher to adults rediscovering the joy of playing pian...
Why Technique Matters – Even for Adult Beginners
If you're an adult learning the piano—whether you're diving into classical pieces or playing your favourite pop songs—it's easy to overlook technique...
Marcel Zidani - Lord of the Pianoforte - Keymaster of Keys Date 01.04.2025
Today marks a truly historic moment in the world of piano education. I am unveiling my late...
Understanding Rubato: How to Play with Flexibility and Expressiveness
Rubato is a concept in music that allows the performer to play with flexibility in tempo, taking a little freedom to push or p...
Three Powerful Memorisation Tips for Adult Beginners
Hello fellow pianists!
As part of my commitment to helping you master the piano with confidence, I recently sat down with the talented Eleonor Bi...
Maximizing Your Practice Time: Top 3 Tips 4 Piano from Marina Petrov
As a pianist, practicing every day is essential for improvement, especially when it comes to developing the hand movements and coo...
In my recent interview with pianist and educator Christopher Guild, we discussed a range of topics, including his experience with Ronald Stevenson’s recordings. During our conversation, Chris also sha...
Pianist Christopher Guild
I'm excited to share with you part of a recent conversation I had with the talented Scottish pianist, Christopher Guild. In this interview, we explore his latest recording p...
ADULT PIANO BEGINNERS NEWSLETTER
Want Helpful Piano Tips Every Week?
You're safe with me. I'll never spam you or sell your contact info.