Welcome to Adult Piano Beginners, you have come to the right place to begin your piano journey. With the highly acclaimed Hey Presto Piano Method for ages 11 and over you will learn how to master the basics of piano playing. I will guide you in learning how to read music and how to play the piano with the correct movements so that you acquire the correct technique from the beginning.

Marcel Zidani

Teacher Composer Pianist


"a musical gem."


- BBC Radio 3

Hi, I’m Marcel Zidani


I have been teaching the piano composing music and performing for over 25 years. Whatever level you are looking to achieve whether it is just for fun or you want to be the next Cziffra then you have come to the right place. I teach beginners of all ages as well as advanced pianists striving for concert performing careers. I also teach teacher refresher courses in advanced piano technique.

I would be delighted to join in your discovery of the piano and the enjoyment that I know it will bring.


You are never too old to learn the piano!

Hey Presto! Piano Method Book


as recommended by Piano Professional Magazine


A unique method where you will learn the sustain pedal from the very beginning to help you create a beautiful tone from the very first piece you play.

The Sustain Pedal


Arthur Rubinstein -

'The Pedal is the Soul of the Piano'


The Hey Presto Piano Method is the only method that will teach you the sustain pedal from the very beginning, without it you could sound like a beginner, dry and uninspiring.

Learning the sustain pedal and how to use it correctly with this carefully crafted music you will sound eloquent, rich, warm and vibrant. As Arthur Rubinstein said – The Pedal is the Soul of the Piano

Hey Presto! A Unique Approach

Beginners on the online piano course work through the pieces in the Hey Presto Piano Method. This is the only method that teaches the sustain pedal from the very beginning. Without it you could sound dry and uninspiring.

Click on the image to listen to the music in the course.


A Versatile Teacher


I've worked with other distinguished musicians giving concerts in the UK and abroad.

You can rest assured that you will receive the highest level of tuition and support.

A Friendly Community


Join our friendly community of other pianists in the Adult Piano Beginners Facebook group. Learn from some of those who have already been on the journey and communicate with others who are about to embark on the same path.