Congratulations Harrison for achieving a Merit in your Grade 2 piano exam! I am so impressed with your musicality and dedication, even recording the exam on Boxing Day!!

I have been reflecting on how successful my in-school lessons where for some and not as much for others, and whilst many pupils made wonderful progress, it wasn't always the same for everyone. I think the crucial difference is what happens at home.   Of course, some children enjoy learning the piano more than others, but I definitely think that not everyone realises how tricky learning an instrument is, how much support and encouragement is needed to help a primary age chil