Events for 20/08/2026
Early Morning Warm Ups with Murray
Closing stretch fatigue? Start the day with Murray’s invigorating warm-up and carry fresh momentum into the final sessions of part one. early morning warmups
Dalcroze Group Classes
Discover how to use the body as a tool for musical perception, preparation, and performance. Experience a liberating and joyful approach to music that will transform your creativity. Dalcroze provides a powerful route to musical …
Teaching session 1
The day begins with all members of the faculty teaching throughout the school. Everyone will receive a daily lesson as standard.
Stoller Hall Professional Film Recording
Outstanding acoustics, a pristine Model D Steinway - tuned and ready to play, together with a cutting‑edge recording company combine to deliver the ultimate experience. With the renowned Mill Media …
Junior Course ‘drop in’ practice workshop
A great way to set up the day with tips on every aspect of piano practising from a member of the faculty. Drop in for 5 minutes or the whole …
Scales and exercises ‘drop in’ workshop
Join a daily workshop where scales and exercises become exciting tools for progress, unlocking speed, strength, and expressive freedom. Learn how to make exercises out of your repertoire and to …
Teaching session 2
The final day for lessons on part two. The faculty are teaching throughout the school on all courses including composition, aural, jazz, improvisation, organ, musical analysis, and much more!
Lunchtime Recital – Chetham’s School of Music
Today we welcome young pianists currently studying at Chetham’s. Sammi Zhong Melody Zhang Harmony Zhang Alim Beisembayev - winner of the 2021 Leeds International Piano Competition
The Art of Four Hands workshop
A new daily workshop dedicated to the art of piano duo playing - both duets and 2 pianos. Bring your duo ready to perform, or simply enjoy the thrill of …
Teaching session 3
The third teaching session of the day. While your individual lessons keep you busy, the summer school’s ‘open door’ policy opens up a world of extra learning and inspiration—come and …
Junior Course ‘drop in’ performance class
A wonderful opportunity to perform on a beautiful grand piano in front of a small, friendly audience.
‘Drop in’ performance class
Each day offers a relaxed performance opportunity—play for others, hear fellow pianists, and enjoy the supportive atmosphere with a faculty member hosting.
25 for 25 – a jubilee celebration – part two
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of CIPSS we are thrilled to present a stunning anthology of 25 new piano miniatures, written by a galaxy of stars associated with the summer …
Noriko Ogawa Recital
We are thrilled to welcome back Noriko Ogawa for a solo recital. "What sets her apart from other pianists is her wonderful sense of timing… allows the music to breathe, …
Ronan O’Hora Recital
We are thrilled to welcome back Ronan O'Hora, who has been on the faculty many times from the very 1st course 25 years ago! “His sound is lustrous; his playing …
Late Night Jazz Room
Every evening a chance for participants to play some jazz and improvisation in this lovely space on a superb grand piano kindly donated by Forsyth Music Shop. Enjoy listening with …
Late Night Participant Recitals
A wonderful opportunity to listen to fellow participants performing recitals around the school. There may be up to 6 recitals taking place at the same time.
Late Night Recital – Murray McLachlan
'Murray McLachlan is a pianist with a virtuoso technique and a sure sense of line. His timing and phrasing are impeccable, and his tone-full but unforced in the powerful passages, …