Gary Preston Piano Teacher

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Website | 07811 938055
59 Mayfield Rd, South Croydon CR2 0BJ, UK

Opening Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: Closed


Area Served:
Within 4 miles (6.4km) of 59 Mayfield Rd, South Croydon CR2 0BJ, UK
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A musical education to enjoy for adults and children of all levels

I’m an experienced piano teacher in Croydon

establishing a strong foundation in technique and musicianship for you to continue to develop as a musician and make music an important part of your life.

I’ve been teaching piano professionally since 1987, helping children and adults (from 7 to 92!) improve their musical understanding and technique. Lessons are held at my South Croydon home in a dedicated music room on a beautiful Yamaha grand piano.

Piano lessons, workshops and courses

Choose to attend piano lessons on weekdays or Saturdays here in South Croydon. Feel stimulated to practice and play, for enjoyment or to pass exams.

Lessons are also available online via Zoom, with further workshops and courses held on Sundays.

I have clean security vetting from the Criminal Records Bureau (DBS checked).

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Recent Google reviews

Google Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars (13 total ratings)

Chantelle G
5 Star
My 8 year old son has only been doing piano lessons for 3 months and is doing exceptionally well! Gary is an amazing teacher with so much patience. Lessons are fun and my son always looks forward to his weekly lessons with Gary!
Saturday 28th May 2022
The Cook Family
5 Star
Our son has had piano lessons with Gary for a couple of years now, and I would highly recommend him. Gary is not just an extremely accomplished musician himself (surprisingly rare among some teachers) but took time to really get to know our son and work out a programme that’s been right for him and kept him motivated when he might otherwise have given up playing. Gary is a rare teacher in the breadth of genres he plays and teaches - from Chopin to Charlie Parker. He puts on recital classes for his students from time to time, and also encouraged our son to prepare for performances at local music festivals.
Monday 7th February 2022
Georgia Blatch
5 Star
I started piano lessons with Gary around 8 years ago as a complete beginner and I couldn’t have asked for a better teacher! He’s helped me immensely in so many aspects of piano and music in general, from learning the correct technique to performing with confidence, which has helped me to become a more well-rounded musician and understand the theory and meaning behind the music too. Gary is a wonderful teacher with such a patient and encouraging approach that I’m so grateful for, and it’s almost impossible for his passion for music not to rub off on you!
Sunday 17th October 2021
Ruting Su
5 Star
I've been with Gary since 2017 as an absolute beginner of the piano. Gary is absolutely superb! His teaching method makes you feel safe, confident, and full of passion. Every time I have a lesson with him , I feel that the time just flies because i enjoy it so much. Each time I finish a lesson with Gary, I feel rewarded with more knowledge of how to play the piano better and this drives me to keep going. I am so fortunate and grateful to have Gary as my piano teacher.
Thursday 7th October 2021
Simon Tang Music
5 Star
I have been learning the piano with Gary now for around 8 years. I started with him as a nervous adult beginner having never really played the piano. (But always wanted to learn!) Through his encouragement, excellent teaching, and wonderful support, he has helped me advance through the grades, and I am now tackling pieces at grade 7. Gary is aware of what his students need in order to improve and he goes about this in a way that is fun and engaging, putting you at ease. If you are looking for a piano teacher who gets results, you don’t have to look any further!
Thursday 7th October 2021