‘I Wish I could Play the Piano’ is brought to you by Colin Thompson who learned to play as a child and gained a diploma (ACLM), with the London College of Music and Media, at the age of 18.
In parallel with his work in the newspaper industry, Colin played with a semi-professional band for over 30 years and subsequently with a successful amateur dramatics company.
Since his retirement from full-time employment, Colin has taught piano and electronic keyboard to students from 6 years-old to 60+.
As a Grandfather with 2 daughters and 5 grandchildren, he is particularly adept at teaching the very young.
During this period, Colin has entered over 200 students for examinations, more than half passing with distinction.
A number of his students have reached Grade 8 (highest level) on either the Piano or Electronic Keyboard.