Teaching session 1
The last day on part 2 for individual lessons. All lessons are open to observe - don't miss this incredible opportunity to learn from the outstanding faculty.
Opening recital with Katerina Zaitseva and Nikita Fitenko
Stoller HallThe opening recital for the 2024 course in the glorious Stoller Hall. We are thrilled to welcome Katerina Zaitseva and Nikita Fitenko to give an exciting programme of music for two pianos. From Cinderella Suite for Two Pianos Sergei Prokofiev-Mikhail Pletnev Introduction Quarrel Cinderella's Waltz Gavotte Finale Concertino for Two Pianos, Op. 94 …
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Nikki Iles and Friends
Oglesby Atrium“A formidable UK jazz presence ...” “Iles is one of the most refreshing figures to have emerged in the UK scene in recent times, with a liquid sound and supple, obliquely resolved phrasing as an improviser”. “Formidably creative.... “The Heroine of British Jazz ...” The Guardian ‘Nikki Iles is a pianist of extraordinary imagination who …
Junior Piano Group Class
Carole Nash HallAll pianists on the Junior Course start the day with a group class workshop, exploring technique, practise, repertoire and much more. This photo from last year shows the class laying down with closed eyes as they listen to a piece of music with Murray McLachlan.
Masterclass with Paul Lewis
Stoller HallThis morning Paul will work with talented young pianists in a masterclass from Stoller Hall. Free to all participants. Public tickets available from Stoller Hall box office. Chetham’s International Piano Summer School – Public Performances: Day Two | The Stoller Hall Paul's multi-award winning discography for Harmonia Mundi includes the complete Beethoven piano sonatas, concertos, …
Junior Foundation ‘drop in’ performance class
G06Every day come along to hear other young pianists playing on a grand piano, in front of a supportive audience and member of the faculty.
Lecture with Murray McLachlan – Traum der Jugend: reflections on Ferruccio Busoni 100 years on
Stoller HallThe first lecture of the course celebrates Ferruccio Busoni - 1866 – 1924 'Music is so constituted that every context is a new context and should be treated as an 'exception'. The solution of a problem, once found, cannot be reapplied to a different context. Our art is a theatre of surprise and invention, and …
Junior Piano Group Class
Carole Nash HallThe morning begins for the Junior pianists with a group class in the magnificent Carole Nash Hall. This photo from last year shows the class exploring the importance of posture with Murray McLachlan.
Junior Foundation ‘drop in’ practice workshop
G06The daily 'drop -in' class for all Junior Foundation 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. …
Adult amateur workshop
G06Enjoy 90 minutes of music making with pianists on the adult amateur course. Marta Karbownicka will offer helpful and constructive feedback. Observers always welcome.