Meet The Team

Being specialists in our field, we get asked a wide and diverse number of questions regarding pianos, and learning how to play the piano. We have detailed a few of the most common queries below, together with our responses, and where applicable, our advice.

SIMON MARKSON

Managing Director

Simon Markson in a past life worked in theatre, studied at Manchester University, and travelled the world prior to joining the family business in 1976. Simon holds a post-graduate Diploma in Management Studies and is trained in Shiatsu and Alternative Health.

As Managing Director, Simon says “I take great pleasure in leading the development of the business and its growth, together with supporting our staff in their roles. My ethos has always been to go out and get business by establishing links with the music community. This has taken the form of extensive sponsorship, our on-going concert series, and events such as Piano Day London”.

Outside interests include spending time with his family, playing the piano, theatre and concerts, and walking by the sea.

NOAH MARKSON

Operations Director

Noah Markson joined the business in January 2016, as the Fourth Generation member of the family business.
His background is in professional catering having qualified as a chef, and spent 10 years in the industry. Noah has spent the last three years learning many aspects of the business, from spending considerable time in the workshops, co-ordinating the short term hire arm of the business, together with Sales, and Business Operations.

Having completed his Leadership and Management qualifications, Noah brings a youthful and energetic element to the team.

Noah’s hobbies include Woodworking, travelling, music, and creative arts in general.