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. …
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 - …
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. …
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. …
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 …
Ji Liu Recital
Stoller HallDr Ji Liu combines a distinguished and multifaceted career as a pianist, composer, scholar and educator. As an international soloist, he has performed at venues and festivals including Royal Albert …
Gülsin Onay Recital
Stoller HallGülsin Onay holds the title of State Artist in her native Turkey, where for many years she has been official soloist for the Presidential Symphony Orchestra in Ankara. She is …
Late Night Participant recitals
Late night recitals by participants on the course - inspiration and incredibly varied repertoire guaranteed!
Late Night Jazz Room
G04An exciting chance for participants to explore jazz and improvisation in a relaxed, welcoming setting, featuring a magnificent grand piano generously provided by Forsyth Music Shop. Sit back with a …