Welcome reception and late night jazz.
Oglesby AtriumA chance to meet friends, old and new as we celebrate 25 years of CIPSS. Enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbly on us and savour the atmosphere of 'the friendliest piano summer school'! Everyone is welcome to enjoy the 'Jazz Room' - an intimate space for both playing and listening to participants playing jazz. The space …
Early Morning Warm Ups with Murray
Oglesby AtriumBegin your CIPSS part 2 with a refreshing concentrated group session! An early morning series of 15 minute group sessions in the Atrium led by founder and artistic director Murray McLachlan. Open to everyone on the course,the sessions will include a variety of ‘bite size’ projects, concepts and exercises relating to piano well-being and mindset …
Drop in practice workshop
G06Start the day with a helpful workshop for everyone who needs a little support with practising. Everyone welcome - come along with a bar, a chord, or any part of a piece that you would like some advice on from a member of the faculty.
Junior Piano Group Class
Oglesby AtriumThe daily morning group class - singing, movement and more before all the individual lessons begin.
Teaching session 1
The inspirational faculty are busy giving daily individual lessons on all courses. The course has an open door policy to all lessons - not to be missed.
Alexander Technique Group and Individual Classes
GymLearning the Alexander Technique gives you a fascinating tool for noticing when the tension is creeping up on you, so you can notice your reactions building and let go of the tension. It means you’re calmer and more confident in everything you do. That’s why actors and musicians use it for stage-fright, golfers use it …
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Junior Course ‘drop in’ practice workshop
G06Come 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
G06New for 2026 a daily class focusing on scales and exercises. These drop in classes are suitable for all levels of pianists. Discover how daily scale practice unlocks ease and speed, while technical exercises strengthen your playing from the ground up.
Adult Amateur Workshop
G06The daily group workshop, today hosted by Kathryn Page. Don't miss out on the opportunity to perform on the beautiful grand piano in front of your new piano family.
Teaching session 2
Individual lessons continue apace. With so many wonderful teachers and course options everyone will be kept very busy!. The piano summer school has an 'open door' policy - so do go and listen to other lessons. You might decide you want to learn jazz!