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Why Hiring A Piano May Be The Best Choice For Your Child
If you like musical instruments, you could probably sit here all day and discuss why playing the piano is one of the best skills to have. The benefits are plentiful. It can sharpen verbal memory, focus, diligence and creativity in children. It can reduce stress and...
Celebrate International Piano Day 2018 in London
A German composer and producer Nils Frahm is the man behind the international celebration called ‘Piano Day’ on 29 March, which takes place on the 88th day of the year. “Why does the world need a Piano Day? For many reasons. But mostly, because it doesn’t hurt to...
What to Know Before Buying a Used Piano
Buying a used piano is like buying a used car; it is a big investment and you want to make sure you are in possession of its history. That is why just like a car, it is important that you ask the used piano seller about its background. This can consist of the brand,...
Music & Drama Education Expo in London 2018
Markson Pianos is excited to be taking part in the Music & Drama Education Expo, Europe’s largest conference and exhibition for anyone involved in music & drama education on 22-23 February 2018! We have our own stand C18 at the Expo, come and say hi and get...
The Science and Artistry of Bechstein Pianos
It is that heady mix of German engineering, craftsmanship and attention to detail that makes Bechstein pianos unique in the world of piano making. At Bechstein, a highly trained and experienced team of engineers, wood technicians, concert tuners and voicing...
The Benefits of Regular Piano Tuning
Often, people will only begin to care for their piano when they see that it is starting to deteriorate in sound, aesthetic or overall playing quality. What they don’t realise is that is much more beneficial to have their pianos tuned and examined regularly regardless...
Markson Pianos: an MIA Trusted Music Store
As any musician knows, buying an instrument can be a game of luck. Finding a music store that offers you value and quality is one thing. But being sure that the store will still be around in the future, to honour any problems with your instrument, is quite another. To...
Yamaha launches Clavinova CSP
Last month Yamaha launched the new Clavinova CSP making it available for purchase at retail outlets. It is a product that is believed will revolutionise the industry, embracing new technologies and coupling it with traditional artistry. The CSP is the first digital...
When Should You Tune Your Piano?
Like fine china, your piano should be handled delicately and treated with respect. It does not take much for a piano to go out of tune and so you should be extremely mindful of tuning your piano regularly, ensure proper storage and handling. The typical...
Lola Perrin – Markson Pianos 2017 Concert Series
As part of Markson Piano’s ongoing 2017 Concert Series, this November for two weeks, a number of pianists from across the globe will gather to perform in ClimateKeys. ClimateKeys is an initiative founded by Lola Perrin, the Composer in Residence for Markson Pianos to...
Paula Downes & David Trippett – Markson Pianos 2017 Concert Series
Paula Downes and David Trippett are scheduled to perform at St Mary Magdalene’s Church as part of the Markson Pianos 2017 Concert Series on Wednesday September 27th at 7pm. Paula has received praise from various high-profile publications over the years and been...
Markson Pianos Introduces Bosendorfer’s Concert Grand
In 2010 Markson Pianos launched their Markson Concert Series which has since taken off and become an extremely successful string of musical events. Markson Pianos are a London based Piano Company founded in 1910 and have since gone on to become one of the UK’s leading...