A look at the technology stack behind Montague Pianos People often ask how on earth Montague Pianos ended up with so much technology. How does a 145-year-old piano shop have its own AI assistant who can talk, reason, find stock, book tunings, take payments, and plan a full day’s route for a human tuner? The [...]
As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting local music and the arts, we’ve launched a new and beautifully updated Piano Teachers List for 2025. We’d like to invite local piano teachers to send us their details for a free listing on our new interactive platform: teachers.montaguepianos.co.uk Over the past 25 years, we’ve [...]
No Tricks — Just Treats This Halloween at Montague Pianos Step into our Northchurch showroom this Halloween and experience something truly special. The lights are low, the pianos are gleaming, and the air is filled with the unmistakable magic of music. From elegant uprights to characterful grands, every piano in our collection has [...]
New Arrival – C. Bechstein Model M Baby Grand Piano We’re delighted to present a truly exceptional instrument — the C. Bechstein Model M Baby Grand, crafted with the precision and artistry that have made Bechstein one of the world’s most admired piano builders. Beautifully preserved and finished in waxed medium walnut, this piano combines [...]
Twice a year. That’s the sweet spot. Just like a fine car needs regular servicing, your piano performs best with consistent care. Temperature changes, humidity, and regular playing all affect its tuning stability – even if it’s rarely played. At Montague Pianos, we recommend booking your tunings every six months to keep your [...]
From the outside, a piano seems like a single, monolithic instrument. Under the lid, however, is an orchestra of more than 200 strings pulling at a cast-iron frame with twelve tonnes of tension. Each note is actually a small choir of strings, and keeping that choir harmonious is the art and science of piano [...]
New Arrival – Ritmüller 118 Upright Piano We’re delighted to welcome a smart new addition to our showroom: the Ritmüller 118 Traditional Upright Piano in a high-gloss black cabinet with striking chrome hardware. This piano combines style and substance: • 118 cm tall, 150 cm wide, 61 cm deep – a perfect size for [...]
Discover the joy of playing piano — for free! We’re so excited to be part of Learn To Play Day 2025 on Saturday 11th October. At Montague Pianos, we’ll be offering complimentary piano taster lessons for beginners, led by brilliant local teacher Mike Benjamin. Whether you’ve always dreamed of playing, or just want to give [...]
From September 2025, Montague Pianos is bringing back the Take it away scheme — offering 9 months at 0% interest on loans of up to £2,000. That means you can: • Choose any piano priced up to £2,000 and spread the full cost interest-free over 9 months • Or… put £2,000 interest-free towards a more [...]
For many pianists, learning to improvise can feel daunting. After all, we’re often taught to follow sheet music precisely. But improvisation isn’t just for jazz musicians—it’s a skill that can enhance creativity, build confidence, and make playing the piano even more enjoyable. Why Improvisation Matters Improvising at the piano allows you to: Develop a deeper [...]
