Pianist
Archived since
February - March 2010
Modern Archive
98 issues
Pianist magazine is the world’s No 1 magazine for people who love to play the piano. Launched in October 2001 and now into its third decade, the magazine is edited by pianist Erica Worth, editor since issue No 1.
You don’t just read Pianist – you play it too, with over 40 pages of specially curated sheet music for players of all levels and all tastes. Flanked on either side of the scores you will find pages of learning tips, in-depth education articles, interviews with the greatest legends of the keyboard, ‘how-to-play’ lessons walking you through specific pieces, reader competitions, news about the piano makers, sheet music and album reviews… and so much more.
The digital issue of Pianist allows for a unique interactive experience: Watch our featured concert pianists in action in some of the top concert halls around the globe; view some 100+ video tutorials by Pianist’s expert teachers who give in-depth masterclasses on topics discussed inside the magazine; plus, witness concert pianist Chenyin Li dazzle with her talent as she performs some of the scores. There's so much you can do to make Pianist your interactive piano teacher!
Whether it’s the informative articles that grab you, or you’re just dying to dive in and put your fingers to work on some of the inspiring scores, you’ll be playing like a pro in no time with the help of Pianist!
Latest Issue:
The Definitive Guide to Buying the Ideal Piano and Accessories 2026
A 98-page Guide with everything you need to know about buying a piano.
-Full-length, informative features by Pianist’s expert writers including How to Buy a Piano, Piano Maintenance, What Colour to Choose, Silent Piano Systems and Top 10 Piano Apps.
-In-depth articles on some of the top piano makers and dealers from the UK and around the globe. You will be able to discover the history behind these companies as well as learn about innovations and newly released piano models.
- Over 40 pages of listings – from budget digital pianos to the biggest acoustic grand pianos. Pianos to suit the needs of all types of players – whether young beginners, adult restarters or aspiring advanced players.
A ‘must read’ for anyone interested in pianos, piano makers and piano playing!
Disclaimer: As we go to print, the prices stated are Recommended Retail Price at time of publication. Specifications and prices are subject to change without notice.
A 98-page Guide with everything you need to know about buying a piano.
-Full-length, informative features by Pianist’s expert writers including How to Buy a Piano, Piano Maintenance, What Colour to Choose, Silent Piano Systems and Top 10 Piano Apps.
-In-depth articles on some of the top piano makers and dealers from the UK and around the globe. You will be able to discover the history behind these companies as well as learn about innovations and newly released piano models.
- Over 40 pages of listings – from budget digital pianos to the biggest acoustic grand pianos. Pianos to suit the needs of all types of players – whether young beginners, adult restarters or aspiring advanced players.
A ‘must read’ for anyone interested in pianos, piano makers and piano playing!
Disclaimer: As we go to print, the prices stated are Recommended Retail Price at time of publication. Specifications and prices are subject to change without notice.
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