Keyquest Music is the private teaching practice and music education business of pianist, composer and consultant Andrew Eales B.Mus, A.R.C.M
“Andrew Eales is a remarkable pianist. Having known him for many years and used his services as a piano teacher, performer, composer and recording pianist I cannot recommend anybody more committed, passionate and talented in the musical world...
If you are looking for 1st class piano tuition or a pianist that can not only deliver a musical work accurately but express it with heart felt emotion then Andrew Eales is, without question, the contact you need.”
Terry Holman
Producer & Songwriter, former student
KEYQUEST BOOKS
Andrew is well known for his Keyquest tutor books for electronic keyboard, a unique series of four electronic keyboard tutor books which provide progressive material from beginner right through to an advanced level.
Keyquest Books have sold thousands of copies throughout the UK and beyond.
The page also includes links to music, education and technology news, YouTube videos, and suggested recordings that will enlarge your knowledge, experience and love of many different types of music!
Andrew is a full member of
The Incorporated Society of Musicians
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Receive friendly, expert tuition with one of the region's leading keyboard and piano teachers! Andrew Eales is well known throughout the UK and has a growing international reputation as a composer and leading expert in piano, keyboard and music education.
Andrew is based less than five minutes from the centre of Milton Keynes, where his music room offers outstanding learning facilities. There is also a comfortable family waiting room which overlooks the studio.
Andrew's students achieve outstanding results in ABRSM graded exams, competitions and performances. Several have gone on to study music at higher education and careers in music.
The next piano recital will be on Saturday 18th February 2012 at the Guildhall, Church of Christ the Cornerstone, Central Milton Keynes.Andrew Eales will be the main performer, joined by special guests.
Andrew's programme will include the "Moonlight Sonata" by Beethoven, Liszt's "Hungarian Rhapsody no.12" and works by Couperin, Scarlatti and Ravel. Tickets are £9.00 or £5.00 (children) and all the money raised from ticket sales/etc will be donated to Mercy in Action.
There will also be an Informal Piano Evening for all Keyquest Music students to take part in on April 28th 2012, again at the Guildhall. More details soon...
ANDREW'S TEACHING TRIP TO THE USA
Andrew was thrilled to accept an invitation to teach at the Colorado Federation of Music Clubs Junior Convention in Denver this November.
He introduced his KEYBAND approach to keyboard ensemble performance, as well as leading workshops in improvisation and composition. He also gave teacher training workshops in Colorado Springs and Devner, as well as several masterclasses and lessons...
Andrew is thrilled to have accepted an appointment with the ABRSM as a Mentor on the Professional Development Mentor Panel. In this role Andrew will support teachers from around the UK who are enhancing their professional skills through the CT ABRSM Course. You can find out more about this Course by watching the introductory video here:
This part time role supporting other professionals will perfectly fit alongside Andrew's full time commitment to his his own students at his private teaching studio.
Japan Relief Fund
Andrew Eales is pleased to announce that he has completed a commission for an original piano composition from the Colorado Federation of Music Clubs. "Rainbow Prelude" is available for download from their website, as is a second piece which was composed by the eminent American educational composer Susan Ogilvy. Each piece can be previewed by listening to the MP3 recordings. A donation towards the relief fund is required for a full download of the sheet music and MP3 directly to your hard drive.
"The recent tragedy in Japan left music teachers and musicians without a way to earn a living or continue to build their musical career in addition to demolishing their homes and personal belongings. Everyone can help by purchasing these music downloads and can also donate to this Tsunami/earthquake relief fund. 100% of the proceeds will go directly to musicians in Japan."
We are all thrilled at the announcement that Aubrey Cable (aged 11) has won a Music Scholarship to attend the Wells Cathedral School, which is one of the four specialist music schools supported by the UK Government's "Music and Dance Scheme".
Wells Cathedral School has a distinguished history of producing some of the best musicians in the UK. Aubrey's success in gaining a place there is a huge achievement for a young musician who only started playing just four years ago - and is already playing Grade 8 pieces!
Proud father Jeff writes: "Our son has really flourished under Andrew's tutelage. I cannot recommend him highly enough. Look no further if piano or keyboard is your thing and you wish to take lessons with one of the very best teachers available.”
Lauren Hollis
Lauren has recently been awarded a Music Scholarship at Thornton College School for girls. This is in recognition of Lauren's outstanding musical progress and contribution to the musical life of the school. She runs a singing group for the younger girls, plays cello in the school orchestra, and regularly performs piano in school concerts.
Lauren has been learning the piano with Andrew Eales for about four years.
More Student Successes
Amy Callow is enjoying studying Music at Oxford Brookes University, where she recently completed her first year of study.
Amy learnt keyboard with Andrew Eales as an 11 year old beginner, and continued learning with him throughout her school years, switching to piano, taking grades, completing A' Level Music, and gaining her place at Oxford. She continues lessons with him.
Congratulations to Christopher Dredge who recently gained ABRSM Grade 8Piano with Distinction.
ABRSM Grade 8 is the highest grade and top amateur qualification for piano playing.
Chris has been learning with Andrew Eales since he was around Grade 1 standard.
Bradley Jordan is now studying at Chichester University for a BA degree in Music Performance. Having learnt with Andrew Eales since he started lessons aged 11, Bradley has regularly performed at Keyquest Music Piano Recitals.
Bradley writes: "It's hard to express in words just how grateful I am to Andrew for all the lessons and all the guidance. I wouldn't be where I am today were it not for Andrew never giving up on me, and pushing to get the very best out of me. I couldn't have hoped for a better teacher."
Aubrey Cable
Lauren Hollis
