Jack Mitchell Smith

Using simple pieces of piano music is a great way to widen your repertoire and to practice more! Don't neglect pieces that are beneath your standard!

We've had a great Christmas and New Year, but don't forget the piano! Read this blog to refresh your learning.

The age old debate of whether or not we need to commit our music to memory is explored. It certainly has its pros...let's discuss!

In this blog I explore the three common forms of minor scale that you will need to understand and perform as a pianist.

It can seem quite baffling that we need advice on how to practice. But so many of us get it wrong. Read on for some useful tips...

Why should you use a piano teacher when you can just as easily (and more cheaply) buy a book or download a course? Read on to find out...

I developed a few exercises to help a pupil progress their treble clef sight reading, and rather than waste them, here I am sharing them!

This blog is aimed for all beginners / restarting learners of the piano! It's okay - it's not scary! Just enjoy the process!

Being a sole trader is hard. I've been reflecting on employment a lot lately, and decided to share what I've learned about self employment.

This week has been my first week as a private piano tutor, with TWO new pupils! Find out how I (and they) got on...