The Art of Four Hands workshop
G06New for 2026! A new daily workshop dedicated to the art of piano duo playing - both duets and 2 pianos. Diabelli, Mozart, Schubert, Grieg, Dvorak, Brahms, Ravel, Debussy, Faure, Rachmaninov - so many composers wrote a huge amount for both piano duet and 2 pianos. These new workshops are a chance to come along …
Teaching session 3
The faculty are teaching throughout the school on all courses including composition, aural, jazz, improvisation, organ, musical analysis, and much more! Don't miss the opportunity to learn from some of the most respected teachers and pianists in the world. Paul Lewis
Junior Course ‘drop in’ performance class
G06Don't miss this opportunity to perform in front of friends on the Junior Course. Pop in anytime you are free.
‘Drop in’ performance class
G06An exciting addition to the course - a daily opportunity to perform and hear other pianists on the course in a very informal performance session, hosted by a member of the faculty. All welcome.
Lecture ‘Letting the wrong notes become the right notes (in ANY order!) with Douglas Finch
Stoller HallWe are delighted to welcome Douglas Finch - improviser extraordinaire - to give us an introduction to improvising for fun and profit (And ways of thinking about music)
Alicja Fiderkiewicz Recital
Stoller HallWe are thrilled to welcome back Alicja Fiderkiewicz to give a solo recital in Stoller Hall. "Her playing is distinguished by her innate sense of style and immaculate articulation. These qualities combine with true musicianship to give performances of uncommon interest, Her interpretation of Beethoven’s “Pathetique” Sonata was masterly; the strength which underlies her playing …
Benjamin Frith Recital
Stoller HallProlific recitalist and recording artist, Benjamin Frith is one of the most versatile, respected and engaging pianists in the UK. With over 60 recordings – from Scarlatti to MacMillan – and many acclaimed reviews, Frith is at the forefront of the craft of music making. Gold Medal winner of the Artur Rubinstein Piano Masters International …
Late Night Recital – Murray McLachlan
Stoller Hall'Murray McLachlan is a pianist with a virtuoso technique and a sure sense of line. His timing and phrasing are impeccable, and his tone-full but unforced in the powerful passages, gentle and restrained in the more lyrical- is a perpetual delight' (BBC MUSIC MAGAZINE) During the course Murray will perform three late night recitals featuring …
Late Night Participant recitals
Late night recitals by participants on the course - inspiration and incredibly varied repertoire guaranteed!
Late Night Jazz Room
G04A wonderful opportunity for participants to play some jazz and improvisation in this lovely informal space on a superb grand piano kindly donated by Forsyth Music Shop. Listen with a drink, or enjoy playing to fellow participants. Steven Osborne with Nikki Iles in an informal performance in 2025.