Bristol Open Piano Platform is an informal performance opportunity open to all pianists – young or old, beginner or diploma level. Participants play one or two pieces of their choice (5 minutes maximum per player) on a grand piano. Family and friends are welcome
The next concert starts at
10am on Sunday November 29th 2026
click here to send
your name
your rough grade level
the names and composers of your piece(s)
Each player has a maximum of 5 minutes
and may play a maximum of 2 pieces
admission, contactless only
includes light refreshments
player – £2; audience – £2
Late arrivals – please pay admission at the bar
Parking on many nearby streets is free on Sundays!
Pianists will be sent a programme a day or two before the concert. Please arrive in good time for your performance. Remember, some pianists may play for less than 5 minutes!! The concert format is simple – beginners at the start and diplomas at the end. Players who miss their allocated time (or apply after the deadline) are welcome to play but must wait until the published list of performances has been completed. The event will finish by noon
If you arrive, or need to leave, during the concert
choose a moment between performances
and please, move as quietly as you can
Why play at the Open Piano Platform?
Anticipation of performance encourages more frequent and effective practice
Experiencing other performers can inspire and motivate
A period of focussed preparation leading to a performance builds self-esteem
Regular performance helps players
– dispel performance anxiety
– learn to play through mistakes
– enjoy the moment and take a gracious bow
(sooner or later!)
