Jools Holland

"'This idea of a piano competition for adult amateurs is a stroke of brilliance which I am delighted to be involved in. It's a tremendouslycreative way to get more people playing. I hope it will provide a huge boost for all those talented and dedicated amateur pianists up and down the country, not playing because they want to make lots of money but because they love the piano and the music. Well done Yamaha for coming up with a simple but a hugely effective way to promote more piano playing and interest in our friend, 'The Piano'."

Jon Newey, Editor of Jazzwise Magazine

"This competition is a fantastic opportunity for talented non-professional pianists from all areas of the United Kingdom to have their skills and imagination noticed and compete for a place on the big stage. Live performance is the authentic jazz experience and the competition will greatly ignite the interest of players and audiences alike."