A reflective look at the new LCME Piano Syllabus 2026, exploring the publications, repertoire selections, and my favourite discoveries from Grades 1-8.

Every piano has its own voice - here are a few things I learned whilst searching for the right one.

If you’re wrestling with the fear of raising your lesson fees, this gentle reflection offers encouragement, honesty, and space to think intentionally about the way forward.

In this guest post, Clementine shares her experiences of returning to the flute as an adult learner, and the many joys and benefits that has brought.

An expanding series of beautiful volumes - affordable and accessible - offering a timeless treasure trove of piano music.

With a warm sense of carefree playfulness, Piano Tales for Winnie-the-Pooh is another triumph for Nikki Iles.

Over many years of teaching adult beginners, I’ve come to value the Hal Leonard Adult Piano Method for its holistic, musical approach, helping students to play, understand, and enjoy music from their very first lesson.

A musically vibrant and fresh edition of Mel Bonis’ Sonata for Flute & Piano, and one that has more than justified its place on my shelves.

Peaceful Piano Solos: Musicals is a really lovely collection which invites you to relax at the piano while reconnecting with favourite songs from across the musical theatre repertoire.

A review of Advanced Flute Repertoire Grades 7–8 Level from Edition Peters, a collection of 18 advanced works for flute and piano and solo flute.

A carefully curated and refreshingly diverse piano collection for Grade 5+ players, Music We Might Have Played offers not only engaging repertoire but a genuine gateway to further musical discovery.

A review of Birmingham Bach Choir at Bournville Parish Church, featuring Rutter’s Requiem, Kodály’s Laudes Organi, and organist Martyn Rawles in a light-filled programme.