DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy) Reviews 748

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the user experience, finding the learning method easy to understand and follow, allowing them to play melodies and chords quickly. Many highlight the product's effectiveness in simplifying piano playing, making it accessible even for those without prior musical knowledge. The staff is frequently commended for being supportive, friendly, and genuinely invested in the success of their students, fostering a welcoming community. However, some customers mentioned that the online course could be hard to follow at times, with certain aspects feeling repetitive. A few also found the Zoom calls overwhelming as beginners, noting that some questions went over their heads. Additionally, one reviewer expressed disappointment regarding the small print size of music sheets, which posed a challenge due to a vision impairment.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The main thing is the numerical notation on the music sheets, which I can follow. The Declan team is great and of course Declan himself. All the members seem very nice on ZOOM as well as on the... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been a member of Decplay for three years. I have never had any piano lessons and tried to teach myself through books and courses on-line. I was about to give up until a friend recommended DecPl... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Declan comes across as such a genuine, down to earth and lovely guy. He and his team put everything they can into DecPlay which makes it the accessible, welcoming, friendly, fun yet progressive platfo... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Decplay piano course is absolutely amazing. I have never played any musical instruments but always wanted to play the piano and within a few days I could actually play a tune using both hands! The... See more

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Company details

  1. Piano Instructor
  2. Music Instructor
  3. Music School
  4. Piano Store
  5. Retirement Community

Written by the company

DecPlay transforms health and wellbeing through music - making piano EASY and accessible for beginners, especially later in life. WITHOUT needing to read traditional sheet music notation. Due to the intuitive nature, based on how we 'hear' music, the unique DecPlay method has been awarded a patent, featured on BBC and has had incredible results without our piano community of 50,000+ members aged 50 to 95+ EASY - understand song sheets immediately (no notation is used) RAPID RESULTS - play recognisable song within hours ACCESSIBLE - for all ages (4 to 95+), arthritis, dyslexia, and low sight friendly SKILL DEVELOPMENT - learn at your own pace, from beginner level to advanced (including professional style, improvisation, composition & playing by ear PLAY PIANO FOR FUN The simplicity of the method makes piano fast, easy and fun and DecPlay consistently achieves outstanding results for absolute beginners or lapsed piano players. Suitable for absolute beginners, as well as experienced players, who want to get away from traditional sheet music and have more FUN playing piano, learn songs faster and memorise songs more easily. Designed for popular songs and simple classical music. The incredibly simple and intuitive DecPlay method was invented by Declan Cosgrove.


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4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Learning Piano in Retirement

I learnt to play the piano many years ago but also haven't played for many years. Now in my retirement I find learning the DecPlay method much quicker to learn rather than reading music notes. Its brilliant.

4 April 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I joined Decplay three years ago

I joined Decplay three years ago. I have never regretted joining and learning to play the piano by the Decplay method. I highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn to play piano even with some who have tried to learn the traditional way. There’s a very friendly Facebook group and a buddy scheme. Loads of great music out there to try. The course’s themselves are easy to follow and there’s a twice monthly zoom call.

4 April 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have reviewed DecPlay before but I…

I have reviewed DecPlay before but I really want to say what a great piano teaching course it is. Declan is brilliant and such a friendly tutor and the course is easy to learn and you can start playing tunes very quickly without having to learn the dreaded notation. The private Facebook community is very supportive and I have made great friends through the group. Declan has helpers who are very good and responsive. I cant recommend it highly enough - enjoy
Forgot to say, rhe twice monthly Zoom calls with Declan and the team are very informative and fun too

2 April 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

DecPlay: Definitely Isn't Too Good To Be True

It's founder, Declan, has put together such a brilliant all round course that allows complete beginners like myself, to progress to any level that I wish, playing music that I love in no time at all. I now play every day and I love it. This very affordable course does exactly 'what it says on the tin'.
Although an online course, it is tailored to meet the needs of it's members and is packed with easy to follow demonstration videos. In addition, you are not tied into this course financially and can leave at any time without penalty. There is also a several month trial period where if you change your mind (highly unlikely), you can have a full refund without any hassle.

9 January 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent ,Friendly and Enjoyable

Having never played an instrument before I wanted to learn Keyboard/Piano. I opted for DecPlay to teach me after reading great reviews online, It's a decision I am very glad I made as it has me, as a complete novice, playing tunes within weeks.
The course is set out nicely , there is no time pressure , just go along at your own pace and enjoy the ride.
I didn't honestly believe I could ever play the piano but now have the belief that if all the other members who have done so well can do it then so can I... and so can you.
There is fantastic support and a lovely welcoming online community also.
Thanks very much DecPlay

6 March 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Don't hesitate, you'll love it!

It is so achievable no matter what your age or ability is. I've never played piano and now, at 65, I am playing beautiful music - and I can't even read music.
Also, there is so much support and encouragement from other members.

21 February 2025
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Pauline - We are so pleased to hear that you have found the DecPlay method easy to understand to learn to play. We are so pleased that you are happy with the support from the team and community and enjoying your new skill - The DecPlay Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Great Way to Learn to Play Piano!

For years, I have tried to learn how to play the piano, but learning how to read music notation has always proved to be too much of a significant hurdle.
Then I found DecPlay Piano and, much to my amazement and great delight, found I could play recognisable tunes within a few weeks of starting on the DecPlay system (no reading of music notation required!).
Declan and his team are so easy and fun to work with. Connecting with the other DecPlayer Members on Facebook is like being part of an extensive and happy musical family.
I still have a long way to go on my quest to become a proficient player, but I feel the journey is already well underway.

21 February 2025
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Ken - Thank you for your lovely review -we appreciate your view. its great to hear that DecPlay has fulfilled the dream of playing the piano and that you are enjoy the Decplay support being a part of the wider DecPlay community - The DecPlay Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I can now play songs aged 76!

ONLY LEARNING METHOD I HAVE FOUND THAT ENABLES ME TO PLAY SONGS QUICKLY AS A TOTAL BEGINNER.
ONE THING I COULD DO WITH IS SOME DEMOS OF FASTER SONGS AS THE MAJORITY OF WHAT I CAN NOW PLAY ARE SLOW BALLADS?

21 February 2025
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Richard - Thanks for the review - its great to hear that Decplay has helped you to learn to play piano quickly - if you want a fast song to play try "I'll tell me ma " that has a bit of speed to it! - DecPlay Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

DecPlay

This course has taught me at 82 to play the piano, I started the course in November and can already play quite a few songs. There is a lot of support available, we have regular zoom meetings with Declan where you can ask questions and also have fun. I should probably mention that I haver never had a music lesson before so am amazed at my progress,

21 February 2025
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Christina - Thanks for the review and its great to her that with no prior music knowledge you are now playing the piano - thats wonderful and we hope you are having fun - thank you for being part of DecPlay and the community - DecPlay Team

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Giving people the chance to learn the…

Giving people the chance to learn the piano and to come together on Facebook as piano friends if they wish.
Still new but feel I really will be able to enjoy the experience more and more as I improve.
Looking forward to the pleasure it will give me.
Thank you Decplay

21 February 2025
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Carole - We are so pleased to hear that you are enjoying the course and the DecPlay community - it's great to have you on board - Declan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The decplay system makes learning songs…

The decplay system makes learning songs very easy and quick.

21 February 2025
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Alan - Thank you - that's great to hear that you are finding it easy to learn and making progress. Great to have you onboard - Declan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Janet - We appreciate the review and we are so pleased that you are finding the course easy to understand and learn to play - great to have you on board - Declan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to follow way of learning

Easy to follow and after just a few weeks of being on the course can play a couple of songs. Will never be like Elton John but only want to play for enjoyment

21 February 2025
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Lynda - Thank you for your review - it's great to hear that you are enjoying the course and have found it easy to follow - It is all about having fun and enjoying the piano journey. Great to have you onboard - Declan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great support

21 February 2025
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Hugh - Thanks for your review - its lovely to hear that you are pleased with the support from The DecPlay Team - Enjoy learning to play - Declan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Gerald - Thank you for the review - we are so pleased to hear that you find it easy to navigate - Enjoy learning to play - Declan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was one of my best purchases

This was one of my best purchases. I bought a keyboard at xmas and with this program, I am now playing, with both hands, music that I love. I'm not perfect but it's a real joy. The private group online allows you to post your efforts if you choose and the group is very supportive and welcoming. I recommend everyone to try this app, so much easier than trying to recognise notes in both clefs.

21 February 2025
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Karen - Thank you for your great review - We are so pleased to hear that you are pleased with your purchase and it is giving you all the skills to play and the joy of learning -Great to have you aboard and part of the community - Declan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Decplay is amazing for ALL ages and abilities!

After having piano lessons for a couple of years only to be let down by my piano Tutor I had tried every kind of Piano course there was which only caused frustration, failure and ended up being very costly. Then thanks to a friend I found Decplay. The evening I joined and accessed the course I was able to sit at my Piano and play songs I knew. I was delighted and amazed! The frustration and failure I had with previous courses had gone. I was delighted and excited at what I had achieved in such a short time! The best thing is once you join the course it’s there online to access at any time and at your own pace. There are videos where Declan guides you through each lesson step by step, playing each piece. Just like having your Tutor on tap in your living room. Declan has created this course for all ages and abilities. I am now working my way through the Advanced course and loving every minute of it. There is also a fantastic network of friendly people who are always willing to help and share their experience and a friendly fb group page. No one judges you and always willing to help. I can’t thank Declan enough for creating this wonderful course and giving me the ability at last to play my piano. I am now confident, have a great sense of achievement due to this course and loving my piano playing journey with Decplay. Thank you Declan

10 February 2025
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Hannah -Wow what can we say to that but Thank you for finding us!! we are so pleased that you are happy with your purchase and now your new skills and hope you continue to love being part of the special community :) Declan and Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant

Brilliant. Thank you.

21 January 2025
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Michael - Thank you for the great review we are so pleased you are enjoying the course - Declan

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brought me back to the piano

Brought me back to the piano every day since I started. Haven't tried piano properly for probably 40 years. Thanks DecPlay

20 January 2025
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Charles - Wow that is fantastic to hear - We are so pleased that DecPlay has rekindled your love of playing the piano and you are now playing daily - We Love that - Thanks DecPlay Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Started nearly two years ago

Started nearly two years ago. Love that I can now play something tuneful. Still enjoying the journey and improvements.

9 January 2025
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Reply from DecPlay Piano (Piano Made Easy)

Hi Gill - we really appreciate your review and celebrate that you have been using the DecPlay Piano Tabz style for 2 years and noiw playing all your favourite tunes and are tackling the Advanced Course - great progress and It is great to have you part of the DecPlay community - Declan

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