Professional Piano Tuition in Market Harborough

Learn to play the piano with Ben Atkinson-Rowley, a West End pianist and Cambridge-educated musician from Leicestershire. I offer expert one-to-one lessons, tailored to each individual, and welcome students of all ages and abilities.

Piano Lessons

  • I work with students of all ages, from young children to adults.  Whether you’re a complete beginner, returning to the piano, or looking to take your playing to the next level, lessons are always tailored to your individual goals, pace, and style of learning.

  • Lessons are generally held once a week during term time, with a choice of:

    • 25-minute lessons - ideal for beginners and younger students

    • 50-minute lessons - suited to adults and more advanced students

    I teach from my home in Market Harborough, but I can also travel to students’ homes in the local area on request.

  • In your piano lessons, you’ll learn to:

    • Read music fluently

    • Play by ear

    • Build a solid piano technique

    • Play music you enjoy, in a variety of styles

    Whether or not you are working towards piano exams, the focus is always on building confident, well-rounded musicianship.

  • Learning to play the piano is more than just a hobby - it’s a skill that builds confidence, creativity, and joy for a lifetime.  Whether for yourself or your child, it’s an investment in something truly lasting.

About Ben

A smiling man with glasses sitting beside a grand piano in a well-lit room.

Hello!  I’m Ben, a professional pianist, organist and conductor based in Market Harborough, where I live with my wife and our two (soon to be three!) young children.  I’m passionate about sharing my love of music with students of all ages and levels - whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your playing to the next level.

I first fell in love with the piano at the age of five, listening to the teacher play in assembly at my primary school in Lutterworth, Leicestershire.  I was instantly captivated and begged my parents for a piano.  They found a second-hand one, and with the help of a local teacher, I began what would become a lifelong journey in music.

That early passion led me to the Junior Department at Birmingham Conservatoire, where I studied piano, organ, saxophone, and conducting.  I went on to hold an organ scholarship at Cambridge University and continued my piano studies at the Royal Academy of Music.

Since then, I’ve built a career as a conductor and pianist in the West End and on national and international tours.  Some of my favourite projects have included Les Miserables, Chicago, Hairspray, Jersey Boys and Oliver!, along with many productions at Leicester’s Curve Theatre.  I’m currently working on Tina - The Turner Musical in London’s West End.

Having returned to Leicestershire, I’m excited to be offering high-quality personalised piano tuition here in Market Harborough.  I aim to create a welcoming, enjoyable space for learning, drawing on my years of professional experience to help students develop strong technique, musical understanding, and - most importantly - a real love for the instrument.

To read more about my professional theatre work, please visit the link below.

Get In Touch

If you’re thinking about starting piano lessons - or just have a question - I’d be happy to hear from you. Please use the contact form, and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.