Junior Course ‘drop in’ practice workshop
G06The final workshop on practising for all Junior Course pianists. 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
G06Come along for the final class on part two 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
G06Join the wonderful Philip Fowke for the final adult amateur workshop of the 25th course! Encouragement, solutions and inspiration guaranteed.
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
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.
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 …