Music
Station:
Channel 4 (GB)
Status:
Running
Start:
2023-02-15
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Claudia Winkleman hosts the search for the UK's best amateur pianists.
Next Episode is 'Episode 5' (Season 4 Episode 5) and airs on 09 Aug 2026 15:00 (CDT).
S4E2 - Episode 2
Claudia Winkleman and Mika are joined by jazz superstar Jamie Cullum. A last-minute change of location means several of Scotland's amateur pianists travel south from Glasgow to London Liverpool Street. Among those taking part are a pianist who refused to give up after a brain tumour left him unable to use his right hand, a Mexican mother rediscovering her passion for playing, and a gifted teenager inspired by the Isle of Lewis.
Air Date: 19 Jul 2026 15:00 (CDT)
S4E3 - Episode 3
Claudia Winkleman and Mika arrive at York Station, where they're joined by internationally acclaimed jazz pianist Hiromi. Among those taking to the public piano are Britain's oldest pub landlord, who gets the whole station singing, a gifted songwriter with deeply personal original number, and a remarkable 12-year-old who transforms the sounds of the station into music.
Air Date: 26 Jul 2026 15:00 (CDT)
S4E4 - Episode 4
Claudia Winkleman and Mika are joined at London Bridge Station by Jools Holland. A 10-year-old takes to the keys and gets the whole station singing, an 84-year-old proves that music keeps you young with a spirited rendition of Roll Out the Barrel, a satellite engineer reveals a romantic side with the music of Charles Aznavour, and a gifted 15-year-old composer performs an original piece.
Air Date: 02 Aug 2026 15:00 (CDT)
S4E5 - Episode 5
Claudia Winkleman and Mika are joined by internationally acclaimed pianist Alice Sara Ott as the search for Britain's most remarkable amateur pianists continues in Manchester. Among those taking to the public piano are a fearless young composer who creates a brand-new piece from just two notes; a seven-year-old who charms the entire station; and a remarkable pianist whose triumphant return to music leaves everyone in tears.
Air Date: 09 Aug 2026 15:00 (CDT)
S4E6 - Episode 6
With one wildcard place for the Birmingham Symphony Hall show still up for grabs, Mika chooses his sixth and final pianist. Jon Batiste returns as the finalists begin preparing for the biggest concert of their lives - but as they quickly discover, getting ready for the concert is about far more than learning the notes. Will the players be ready in time for their big show?
Air Date: 16 Aug 2026 15:00 (CDT)