Piano lessons in Orpington and Bromley, or online. Built around how you practice, not just what you play. First 30 minutes free.
Book your free lessonI didn't set out to be a piano teacher. I became one when I started wondering how I'd got to where I was as a pianist — and realised that most of what separates good pianists from great ones isn't talent. It's knowing how to practice.
That sounds obvious. It isn't. Most people practice the same way they always have, making the same mistakes, reinforcing the same habits, wondering why progress is slow.
The truth is that effective practice is a skill — and like any skill, it can be learned. With the right approach, you can make more progress in a few months than you have in years. That's what I teach.
Lessons are for secondary school students and adults.
Coaching-style lessons where you lead and I guide
The Expert Learner Workbook — learn to practice with intention
Video feedback between sessions
A community of pianists at a similar stage to you
My name is Benedict King, and I'm an Oxford-trained piano teacher. I hold an ARSM in piano with distinction, an LTCL in viola with distinction, and distinctions in Grade 8 organ, Grade 8 singing, and Grade 8 theory. I completed my BA in Music at Worcester College, Oxford, where I was also an Organ Scholar.
Beyond academia, I have served as the Michael James Organ Scholar at Portsmouth Cathedral, taught at Portsmouth Grammar School, and I am currently Graduate Music Assistant at Framlingham College.
I've taught students from age 7 to adult, including students who have gone on to achieve distinctions in ABRSM grades, students who had previously plateaued for years, and complete beginners who wanted to learn properly from the start.
"He worked out a plan for my practice from the first session, and I am already hearing the benefit in my playing."
"The lessons are tailored and they are a perfect mix between learning technical skills and hands-on practice. Benedict provides very clear and detailed feedback which is easily understood so improvements are made immediately."
"His music theory and sight-reading skills have improved exponentially. Benedict offers specifically focused tasks which are remarkably effective at achieving stated goals. Simply put, Benedict is inspirational."