Teaching session 2
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 see what’s happening beyond your own timetable. Adam Swayne
Lunchtime Recital – Prizewinners of the EPTA UK competition
Stoller HallThe daily lunchtime recital in the Stoller Hall. Today we celebrate young pianists who have recently been awarded prizes in the EPTA UK National piano competition.
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 two of the course. A wonderful opportunity to perform on a beautiful grand piano, provided by Forsyth Music Shop.
‘Drop in’ performance class
G06On the final day, join us for an informal performance session where pianists can play, listen, and reflect together, guided by a faculty host.
Participant recitals
An opportunity for participants to perform on the outstanding grand pianos in all of the halls and performance spaces. Observers warmly welcomed.
Pavel Nersessian Recital
Stoller HallWe are delighted to welcome Pavel Nersessian to the Stoller Hall and the summer school. “His performance brought a veritable roar of approval from the audience,” wrote the Irish Times, after Pavel Nersessian received the 1st Prize in the GPA Dublin International Piano Competition in 1991. Being one of the most remarkable pianists of …
Peter Donohoe Recital
Stoller Hall"Peter Donohoe played as if visited by the spirit of Rachmaninov." The Guardian "I cannot imagine a living pianist capable of improving upon Donohoe’s outstanding artistry." Robert Matthew-Walker, Musical Opinion We are delighted to welcome back Peter Donohoe, former Chetham's student and a much loved regular on the faculty of the summer school Bach-Busoni …
Cabaret
Oglesby AtriumThe customary finale to the summer school’s closing night is a highlight eagerly anticipated by both faculty and participants. It’s not unusual to witness Noriko Ogawa swapping her piano for a violin, or Peter Donohoe delivering Chopin in a pink dressing gown while playfully substituting an orange for his fingers. The antics never fail to …