Junior Course ‘drop in’ practice workshop
G06A 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 workshop and learn from listening to everyone. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity!
Scales and exercises ‘drop in’ workshop
G06Come along for the final class on part one to fuel your progress with a daily workshop devoted to scales and exercises—vital tools for fluency and technical mastery. Drop in for 5 minutes or come for the whole class - everyone welcome!
Adult Amateur Workshop
G06A chance for all adult amateur pianists to come and play in a supportive atmosphere, with Susan Bettaney. Come and play a bar, a phrase or a complete piece - on a wonderful Grand piano kindly donated by Forsyth Music Shop. Get help with performance nerves - many participants who thought they would never have …
Teaching session 2
As individual lessons continue apace, take full advantage of the 'open door' policy on the summer school.
The Art of Four Hands workshop
G06A 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 drop in and …
Teaching session 3
The final session for individual lessons. Teachers on all courses will be working throughout the school.
Junior Course ‘drop in’ performance class
G06The final performance class on part one! Don't miss this opportunity to perform in front of friends on the Junior Course. Pop in anytime you are free.
‘Drop in’ performance class
G06The final opportunity on part one to perform in this informal setting, to an audience of supportive participants.
Participant recitals
All participants have the opportunity to perform on one of the concert grand pianos in the recital rooms. Steinway, Schimmel, Bösendorfer, Yamaha and Bechstein are some of the models available. Make sure to sign up when applying online. Carole Nash Recital Hall
Cabaret
Oglesby AtriumThe traditional end to the final night on the summer school. Always very popular with faculty and participants alike. You might see Noriko Ogawa playing the violin as a nun, or Peter Donohoe playing Chopin in a pink dressing gown and using an orange instead of his fingers! Always amusing and a late night license …