What is Touch Response?
What exactly is touch response, and how does it affect piano playing? We explain how it can make all the difference to your playing!
2022 Exam Results Round-Up
Now that we’re firmly into the New Year, it’s given us a chance to look back and analyse our 2022 music exam results. Last year, there were a total of 44 Students who sat music exams with us. We’ve been embracing the newest form of music exams – digital exams – whereby Students must film
Happy Birthday Maurice Ravel!
The French composer, pianist and conductor Maurice Ravel was born on this day in 1875. Read about his career here.
Happy Birthday Antonio Vivaldi!
The virtuoso violinist and Baroque composer Antonio Vivaldi was born on this day. But he almost ended up a priest! Read on to learn more…
Happy Birthday Frederic Chopin!
The piano virtuoso that was Frederic Chopin was born on this day in 1810. Read about this child prodigy and his short-lived composer career.
February 2023 Exam Results Round-Up
February’s results are in. What were the results like, and which Teacher performed the best? Find out here!
Student of the Month – February 2023: Scarlett C.
February 2023 Student of the Month: Scarlett C. (Singing) Well done to Scarlett who scooped our February Student of the Month award! Scarlett has been taking Singing Lessons at Sweet Symphony since May 2021. She’s already sat and passed her Grade 3 Singing (with a DISTINCTION!) and is making great strides towards her next grade.
Happy Birthday George Frideric Handel!
George Frideric Handel, one of the most influential Baroque composers, was born on this day in 1685. Read about his life here.
January 2023 Exam Results Round-Up
Our first exam session of 2023 – what were the results like, and which Teacher performed the best? Find out here!
Meet the Teacher – Phil
In today’s Meet The Teacher blog post, we’re introducing you to one of the great Piano Teachers on our teaching team – Phil Dennis.