In 1700, Italian instrument maker Bartolomeo Cristofori wanted to make a unique harpsichord that had the ability to play both softly and loudly. This led him to create the first hammer mechanism and build the first piano in existence. The pianoforte had only 49 keys...
Episode Three Each month we interview a special guest who spends their life in the world of music, film or theatre, from those behind the scenes, to those in the lime light, to find out what some of their keys to life are This February we...
Episode Two Each month we interview a key figure who spends their life in the world of music, film or theatre, from those behind the scenes, to those in the lime light, to find out what some of their keys to life are. For our first interview of 2024 we had the good...
Episode One Each month we will be interviewing a key figure who spends their life in the world of music, film or theatre, from those behind the scenes, to those in the lime light, to find out what some of their keys to life are. For this Christmas special, we...
Kawai is fast approaching its 100th anniversary, and throughout the past century the piano manufacturer has proven itself to be a pioneer in the world of music, consistently pushing the boundaries of craftsmanship and innovation. After working for Yamaha for many...
