Based in the southwest of England, Milly Riquelme is a professional pianist, singer, composer and teacher.
She has a diverse career portfolio as a solo performer and she is the Music Director of her Latin jazz group La Cubana.
Additionally, Milly is an experienced educator with a successful track record of guiding pupils to excel in exams, concerts and competitions. She is also an accomplished composer and arranger.
What else do I do?
I am a highly motivated music educator with over 10 years of experience. I believe in nurturing and developing students’ playing skills through a carefully tailored pedagogical approach, taking into account their musical and technical needs regardless of their age and ability.
I am enthusiastic, encouraging, and strive to make learning fun. Whether you want to refresh your technique, learn new pieces, or explore other genres and styles like popular music, pop, bossa nova, or jazz, I can help.
I also enjoy the art of transcription as well as having the ability to organise new bespoke repertoires based on my pupils’ preferences for different types of ensembles and chamber music.
The Album
Milly has recently recorded two albums. The first, Nostalgia Cubana is a compilation of her favourite traditional Cuban songs and international jazz standards including “Autumn Leaves,” and her composition Nostalgia Cubana. The second album is a live classical recording entitled Piano Recital featuring pieces ranging from Bach to Rachmaninov including some of her own compositions.
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Silver Linings
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Baseless
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Curtain Fall
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What people are saying
Recent Student
Director & Programmer, Creative Innovation Centre
University student. Recipient of a Grade 8 Piano Distinction Honour
Founder and Executive Director of New Tampa Piano and Pedagogy Academy
Live Performances and Emotions Through Music
Milly is not only a fantastic solo classical performer; she is also the Musical Director of her project La Cubana. La Cubana is a fabulous six- piece band who play traditional Cuban music from Milly’s roots; bossa nova, Latin, jazz, and fusion.
Milly and her band are currently working on an exciting new album. She has gathered some world class musicians and educators from the area. Many of whom have played on her album.
The lineup includes Terry Quinney on saxophone, Ron Phelan on contrabass, Ben Modley on congas, Richard Llewelyn on guitar, and Ben Waring on drums.
Milly continues to have an ongoing collaboration with Tom Toomey. Recently she lent her talent as a keyboard player, vocalist and arranger on his latest album, ICE CUBE.
She also frequently showcases her skills as a pianist alongside Tom and his band, The Monfi Cats.
Courtesy Photos from Rhys Tucker Photographer | #rhystuckerphotographer Upcoming dates
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