Close-up of the keys and nameplate of a John Broadwood & Sons grand piano.

Beginner Piano Lessons in Banbury

Friendly, one-to-one piano lessons for children, teenagers and adults taking their first steps in music.

No previous experience is needed. Lessons are shaped around each pupil’s age, ability and interests, building confidence at the keyboard while developing a strong foundation in reading music, rhythm, technique and musical understanding.

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What beginners will learn

Reading Music

Rhythm & Technique

Playing with Confidence

Learn to recognise notes, understand simple notation and connect what you see on the page with what you play at the keyboard.

Develop a steady sense of rhythm, comfortable hand position, finger control and coordination between both hands.

Build your confidence through carefully chosen pieces while developing independence, musical expression and an understanding of how music works.

Full view of a John Broadwood & Sons grand piano in Michael Fish's home teaching studio.

A piano with a history

Lessons take place on a recently tuned John Broadwood & Sons boudoir grand piano, dating from around 1915.

More than 110 years old, the piano retains its historic royal crest beneath the lid and remains a working instrument that continues to be played and enjoyed today.

Its traditional wooden construction gives it a warm, soft and mellow tone, with a character distinct from that of many modern pianos.

This gives pupils the unusual opportunity to learn on a genuinely historic grand piano: an instrument with its own atmosphere, personality and more than a century of musical history.

A supportive
first step into music

Young child sitting at a grand piano with one hand on the keys.

Every pupil learns differently. I aim to make lessons encouraging, structured and enjoyable, adapting the pace and material to the individual while helping each student develop genuine musical understanding and confidence.

Who are the lessons for?

Children
A friendly first introduction to piano, paced around developing concentration, coordination and confidence.

Teenagers
Supportive tuition for those beginning piano later and wanting to explore music at their own pace.

Adults
Relaxed lessons for complete beginners or those returning to the piano after time away.

A first piano lesson should feel exciting, not intimidating.

If you’re looking for beginner lessons for yourself or your child, get in touch. We can discuss what you’re looking for and whether my lessons are the right fit.