KAWAI X ROLI OFFICIAL COLLABORATION
Kawai Musical Instruments and ROLI are pleased to announce that a strategic collaboration between the two companies has officially begun, marking a shared effort to explore new approaches to piano learning and digital experiences.
“We are thrilled to have the opportunity to partner with Kawai. I have long admired the extraordinary quality of their instruments, and the depth of their experience in music education, and now we look forward to working closely with them on new experiences for music learners that bring together tradition and innovation in exciting new ways.” – Roland Lamb – Co-founder & CEO, ROLI
“We believe that bringing together ROLI’s fresh approach to how people play and experience the piano with our company’s nearly 100 years of piano-making experience can open exciting new possibilities. We look forward to further discussions and seeing how this collaboration can grow.” – Kentaro Kawai
The two companies will focus on creating synergies between ROLI’s expertise in AI-based learning and hand tracking technologies, and Kawai’s instruments and digital services. The partnership will see deep collaboration between the respective R&D teams, as they progress mutual development projects.
As a first step, the companies will integrate ROLI’s piano learning software into Kawai’s digital piano application, PiaBookPlayer, with a target rollout beginning in 2026
Further updates will be shared as the collaboration progresses.
About ROLI
ROLI is a music technology company dedicated to developing expressive instruments and intelligent learning tools that help people engage more deeply with music.
About KAWAI
Founded in 1927, Kawai is a global manufacturer of acoustic and digital pianos, recognized for craftsmanship, quality, and a long-standing commitment to musicians and music education.