I had no idea that one lesson in 2001 would become a career spanning a quarter of a century. So what have my students taught me over the past 25 years?

A thought-provoking and practical book that brings current research into the hands of instrumental teachers at every stage of their journey.

A review of The Piano Player: Anime, a new collection of 19 piano arrangements from much-loved Japanese anime soundtracks.

An unforgettable recital from pianist Junyan Chen brought the 2026 Lichfield Festival to a spectacular close with music of Rachmaninov, Gershwin and Karen Tanaka.

Burnout taught me a lesson I wish I'd learned much earlier: taking care of ourselves isn't selfish. It's one of the most important things we can do for our students.

Does the new ABRSM Piano Syllabus 2027-28 successfully balance tradition, trend and musical development?

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.