the music |The Piano Boat
The most spectacular feature of The Piano Boat is the wood clad Concert Saloon and magnificent grand piano. Music is at heart of your experience on board, topped off by fine food and drinks and a stunning perspective of one of England's finest: the inland waterways network.
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Relax in an immersive experience of breath-taking classical music and the intrigue of the hidden world of the canals. Enjoy well-loved selections of classical repertoire, and perhaps discover previously unknown gems to become familiar favourites.
The musical inspiration and drive behind The Piano Boat was the outstanding pianist, Masayuki Tayama. Born in Japan, he spent much of his childhood in London, and had made his radio debut by the age of 10, going on to win several prizes at national and international competitions. Highly experienced as both a performer and pedagogue, his playing style was one of stunning sensitivity and incredible power. Extremely versatile, he specialised in the piano works of Rachmaninov, though was equally adept at and comfortable with the music of Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin and their contemporaries.
He very sadly passed away in September 2023, and now The Piano Boat continues in his legacy, run by his wife, Rhiana.
