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Early Morning Warm Ups with Murray

Oglesby Atrium

Start your day off with these 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 as well as glimpses of …

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Drop in practice workshop

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Everyone welcome - come along with a bar, a chord, or any part of a piece that you would like some advice on from a member of the faculty. Tips on fingering, pedaling, phrasing, articulation, voicing etc. Workshops for Junior pianists are scheduled after this class every day.      

Junior Piano Group Class

Oglesby Atrium

The morning group class for all pianists enrolled on the Junior Course. Inspiration and camaraderie as you learn together, in a supportive and friendly group.  

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.      

Adult Amateur Workshop

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Every day a 90 minute workshop for all participants on the Adult Amateur Course. Do  come along and play in a supportive atmosphere, with Kathryn Page. Come and play a bar, a phrase or a complete piece. Get help with performance nerves - many participants who thought they would never have the courage to play …

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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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‘Drop in’ performance class

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We are delighted to have an open door to all pianists wanting to try out a piece in a small and friendly room, encouraged by a member of the faculty. Every day on part one come and join us!    

Early Morning Warm Ups with Murray

Oglesby Atrium

Wake up early and join Murray for a refreshing warm up session. A chance to start your day with aural and physical fun - everyone welcome!