Social time
The final evening social time for everyone. Non residents leave for the day and residents can enjoy spending time in house with the team of house parents or taking advantage of all the wonderful pianos available to play, ready for the final recitals tomorrow. Oglesby atrium
Group class workshops
The final morning group sessions before everyone performs in the morning participant recitals. The sessions are live-streamed for all the online participants. The Chetham's library - founded in 1653, is the oldest surviving public library in Britain.
Final morning recitals
The 2021 Junior Academy draws to a close with recitals by all the young pianists throughout the school for 2 hours. Certificates will be presented to all participants.
Junior Academy ends
A chance to say goodbye to everyone after a busy and inspiring course.
Junior Foundation ‘drop in’ practice clinic
G06For all young pianists on the Foundation Course. Drop in to play a bar, or a small section, ask about fingering and learn lots of tips to take you into your practice room. Stay for 5 minutes or the whole class - so much can be discovered by listening to everyone.
Junior Piano Group Class
Carole Nash HallAll pianists on the Junior Course start the day with a group class workshop, exploring technique, practise, repertoire and much more. This photo from last year shows the class laying down with closed eyes as they listen to a piece of music with Murray McLachlan.
Junior Foundation ‘drop in’ performance class
G06Every day come along to hear other young pianists playing on a grand piano, in front of a supportive audience and member of the faculty.
Junior Piano Group Class
Carole Nash HallThe morning begins for the Junior pianists with a group class in the magnificent Carole Nash Hall. This photo from last year shows the class exploring the importance of posture with Murray McLachlan.
Junior Foundation ‘drop in’ practice workshop
G06The daily 'drop -in' class for all Junior Foundation pianists. A great way to set up the day with tips on every aspect of piano playing from a member of the faculty. Come along with a bar, or a small section for lots of advice and help to take you into your practice room. …
Junior Piano Group Class
Carole Nash HallThe morning group class for all pianists enrolled on the Junior Course. Inspiration and camaraderie as you learn together, in a supportive and friendly group.