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Gain keyboard skills at Point Blank

Piano Keyboard Skills - Level 1

Learn the fundamental skills of piano

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Meet our expert staff and find out more about our courses, industry connections, and state-of-the-art studios!

Overview

Gain confidence in the most fundamental techniques for writing and performing music at the piano keyboard, including scales, chords, melody, harmony, sight-reading, and more. Perform popular chord progressions from tracks in modern styles before writing your own keyboard parts with the help of an expert lecturer. Improve your keyboard abilities, harmonic vocabulary, and skills for composing and producing. Develop a mental map for understanding and making music, visualised and realised on the keyboard.


Join a global alumni community with the likes of PB London graduate Leona Lewis. Get exclusive masterclasses from the likes of Annie Mac, Nile Rodgers, Trevor Horn, DJ Spoony, Basement Jaxx and more. Our Course Advisors will support you through the enrolment process, so please contact us with any questions.

Key Info

Duration 3 Months
Available start dates 2024 2025
  • 8 July (Limited availability)
  • 30 September
  • 13 January
  • 14 April
  • 14 July
Weekly timetable One 2-hour class each week for 10 weeks. Daytime, evening & weekend slots available. Contact us for details.
Have questions? Check the FAQ's for quick answers.

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Expert Lecturers

Phil Ramocon Piano/Keyboard

An Ivor Novello & Grammy-winning musician/songwriter legend who's worked with Steve Winwood, Jamelia, Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff and more. Co-wrote 'Buffalo Stance' with Neneh Cherry.

Elena Alekseeva Piano/Keyboard

Elena is a composer, a producer, a sound designer and a classically trained pianist. She has established herself using knowledge of classical theory and applying it into contemporary musical styles and genres.

Career Opportunities

  • Session Pianist/Backing Pianist
  • Library/Sync music creator
  • Live artist
  • Recording artist
  • Piano teacher
  • Function/Tribute band member

I really enjoy being a student at Point Blank. Everything’s been great so far. The staff is very welcoming, the teachers are experienced and passionate, and the work environment is fantastic. - Justyna, Singing student

Global Alumni

Watch a showcase of some of our global alumni featuring Felix Jaehn, multi-platinum selling Aluna Francis, Paul Schulze, Patrick Topping (voted DJ Mag's 'Best of British'), Paula Fairfield who won an Emmy for 'Outstanding Sound  Editing' on Game of Thrones, Klingande, and BBC and Heart Radio presenters Dev and Gemma Cairney.

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Fees

Fees (UK) Saving over monthly instalments
£395 payment in full £345
£100 reg fee + balance of £295 £345
£50 reg fee + £230 per month
See details during the enrolment process for more information on fees and international student pricing.

Discounts

Point Blank students enjoy a range of exclusive discounts including but not limited to:

  • 50% off NI Komplete, Ableton Live Suite & Roland Cloud
  • 30% off NI Kontrol & Maschine
  • 25% off Adam Audio & Focusrite

FAQs

When are the classes scheduled?

Classes will occur for 2 hours, once per week. Daytime, evening & weekend slots will be available.

Class schedules are confirmed and released one week before the start of each term. Please call 020 7729 4884 for the most up-to-date information on scheduling and class availability. Our facilities are also open for students to use seven days a week, giving you valuable time in the studio to practise your instrument and reinforce your new skills outside of class sessions.

I work full time. Can I enrol?

Yes. Classes are usually available in the evening and on weekends, and we will be happy to arrange a class schedule that works around your other professional commitments. Please check with an admissions advisor to see what scheduling options are available.

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