“Some life-changing events left me a bit lost, needing something to keep me going. I’d played a musical instrument until I was 14, and decided to give the piano a go as there was an old one in the house. I don’t pick things up as quickly as when I was younger, which was frustrating at first, but I’ve been learning for a year, and I find it really enjoyable. Matej is very patient and I am more confident now . When I told other people what I was doing I couldn’t believe how many of them said “Oh, I used to play the piano years ago but I had to give it up because…..” so I hope some of them might follow my example as I have surprised myself by where I’ve got to, and they could do the same.”