Dr Justin Wildridge

Whenever you are thinking about or indeed have committed to tackling a piece by Franz Liszt you should be fully aware of Liszt’s phenomenal capacity … Read more

You may have caught a previous article I wrote comparing pianos of note, and in this informative post, I hope to extend this a little … Read more

There is a considerable heritage behind the names of Kohler & Campbell. These two gentlemen carved out their piano manufacturing business from 1896 when they … Read more

The name of Samick pianos is quite well-known. Established in 1958 by Hyo Ick Lee, the Samick Musical Instruments Company has gained a solid reputation … Read more

Many instruments make up the family called woodwind, from the humble recorder through to the extrovert saxophone. These instruments have a fascinating history that details … Read more

In some ways, this comparison is a little similar to choosing between a Rolls Royce and a Bentley, or even a Lamborghini and a Ferrari. … Read more

When the name Wurlitzer appears in print or a dialogue, it usually resonates with a very particular kind of instrument. I am not talking about … Read more

Following on from the article I wrote recently about Petrof pianos, we continue to explore the options for buying or renting a new piano with … Read more

Even though Chopin composed this famous work in 1834 it was not published in his lifetime. Much speculation surrounds the reasons behind this but perhaps … Read more

Learning any instrument can be a delight, a challenge, and a journey, and how you embark on this is a question in its own right. … Read more

Before you abandon this article with the terrifying impression, that is will be a physics-based, mathematical analysis, hold on. What I am aiming to offer … Read more

I hesitate to describe any work by the famous and celebrated polish composer Frederik Chopin as easy, however, it is true to say that some … Read more

When faced with the decision to buy or rent a new or used piano, the challenge can feel daunting. Even the most experienced pianists encounter … Read more

Musical tradition is at times a rather odd element of this popular art. One of those traditions that still holds true for today is that … Read more