Junior Course ‘drop in’ practice workshop
G06The daily 'drop -in' class for all Junior Course pianists. A great way to set up the day with tips on every aspect of piano playing from a member of the faculty. Come along with a bar, or a small section for lots of advice and help to take you into your practice room. …
Scales and exercises ‘drop in’ workshop
G06New for 2026 a daily class focusing on scales and exercises. Join a daily workshop where scales and exercises become exciting tools for progress, unlocking speed, strength, and expressive freedom. Learn how to make exercises out of your repertoire and to always find new ways to practise. Drop in for 5 minutes or come for …
Adult Amateur Workshop
G06Adult amateur pianists are warmly welcomed to play in a friendly, encouraging atmosphere with Kathryn Page. Whether it’s a single phrase or a complete work, this session helps ease performance nerves. Countless participants who once lacked confidence now return annually, with some going on to record in Stoller Hall and pursue diplomas.
Teaching session 2
As individual lessons continue apace, take full advantage of the 'open door' policy on the summer school. An amazing faculty of over 70 will be working throughout the course - an incredible opportunity to learn from the leading musicians of today.
Lunchtime Recital – Chetham’s School of Music
Stoller HallThe daily lunchtime recital in the Stoller Hall. Today we welcome pianists who are currently studying at Chetham’s School of Music. Today we welcome young pianists currently studying at Chetham’s. Pak Yin Rimsky Lee TBC Lily Fisher TBC Bowen Ha Britten Notturno Beethoven Sonata Op. 53, ‘Waldstein’ 1st Movement Allegro Con Brio Tickets available through the …
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
In this third teaching session relish the opportunity to 'sit in' on as many lessons as you can - observing some of the world's leading piano teachers in action!
Junior Course ‘drop in’ performance class
G06Every day Junior Course pianists can enjoy performing on an outstanding grand piano in front of a small and supportive audience, hosted by a member of the faculty.
‘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 – Levelling Down: Why Easier Repertoire Can Produce Better Piano Playing with Murray McLachlan
Stoller HallProfessional, peer and personal pressures often encourage pianists to pursue ever more technically demanding repertoire, sometimes at the expense of artistic freedom and musical satisfaction. This lecture explores how working on easier repertoire can create greater space for imagination, sound quality, phrasing, voicing, colour and character, allowing pianists to develop the most important aspects of …