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Junior Course Final Presentation Concert

Oglesby Atrium

As CIPSS part one draws to a close, we look forward to all the Junior pianists performing and being presented with a certificate of participation from Course Director and Head of Keyboard at Chetham's - Murray McLachlan .  Friends and family very welcome.   Chetham's School of Music Atrium  

Early Morning Warm Ups with Murray

Oglesby Atrium

Begin your CIPSS part 2 with a refreshing concentrated group session! An early morning series of 15 minute group sessions in the Atrium  led by founder and artistic director Murray McLachlan.  Open to everyone on the course,the sessions will include a variety of ‘bite size’ projects, concepts and exercises relating to piano well-being and mindset …

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Junior Piano Group Class

Oglesby Atrium

The daily morning group class - singing, movement and more before all the individual lessons begin.      

Teaching session 1

The inspirational faculty are busy giving daily individual lessons on all courses. The course has an open door policy to all lessons - not to be missed.  

Junior Course ‘drop in’ practice workshop

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Come along with a bar, or a small section for lots of advice and help to take you into your practice room. Stay for 5 minutes or the whole class - so much can be discovered by listening to everyone.      

Scales and exercises ‘drop in’ workshop

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New for 2026 a daily class focusing on scales and exercises. These drop in classes are suitable for all levels of pianists. Discover how daily scale practice unlocks ease and speed, while technical exercises strengthen your playing from the ground up.      

Teaching session 2

Individual lessons continue apace. With so many wonderful teachers and course options everyone will be kept very busy!. The piano summer school has an 'open door' policy - so do go and listen to other lessons. You might decide you want to learn jazz!  

The Art of Four Hands workshop

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New for 2026! 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 sightreading together in a supportive atmosphere.  Everyone welcome - there will always be someone ready to join you at the piano. Do …

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Teaching session 3

The third teaching session of the day. As teaching carries on in full swing, don’t forget the summer school’s ‘open door’ policy: a unique invitation to explore, listen, and learn from sessions beyond your own.