Chetham’s International Piano Summer School

Teaching session 2
2020-08-21 11:30 - 13:30 (Europe/London)
Lessons continue throughout the school.

Alexander Technique
2020-08-21 09:00 - 16:30
The first sessions on CIPSS part two. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Tasmin Little and John Lenehan Beethoven violin and piano sonatas - recital two
2020-08-20 19:30 - 21:15 | Stoller Hall
Tasmin is joined by pianist John Lenehan for the second recital featuring all 10 sonatas of Beethoven.
“Little can justly be regarded as Britain’s finest violinist” The Independent
“Beautiful piano playing from the peerless John Lenehan” Guardian

Free for all summer school participants. Tickets available to the public through the Stoller Hall website –http://www.stollerhall.com

Beethoven Sonata Op 12 No. 2 in A major
Beethoven Sonata Op 12 No. 3 in E flat major
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Beethoven Sonata Op 23 in A minor
Beethoven Sonata Op 24 “Spring”

Final morning recitals
2020-08-20 09:00 - 11:00
Part one of CIPSS ends with participant recitals throughout the school. Friends and family welcome to come along to these concerts.

Video recordings
2020-08-20 09:00 - 11:00
The final opportunity on part one for participants to make a professional film recording with leading company Mill Media in the Carole Nash Hall. There are two pianos to choose from – both concert grands – Steinway and Bösendorfer.
Choose from 20, 30 or 40 minute time slots on the application form. Space limited – please book early.

“I love working with Mill for a number of reasons; they’re classically trained, they know exactly what I want, very punctual, very professional, every recording session is great fun and we get the work done. If it was up to me, I would only work with Mill Media.” Iyad Sughayer, pianist, Jordan

Video recordings
2020-08-19 16:45 - 18:45, 2020-08-18 16:45 - 18:45
Participants can choose to make a professional film recording with leading company Mill Media in the Carole Nash Hall. There are two pianos to choose from – both concert grands – Steinway and Bösendorfer.
Choose from 20, 30 or 40 minute time slots on the application form. Space limited – please book early.

Teaching session 3
2020-08-19 14:30 - 16:30
The final opportunity for individual lessons, workshops and observation on part one.

Teaching session 2
2020-08-19 11:30 - 13:30
More lessons continue on the many different courses available during the week.

Teaching session 1
2020-08-19 09:00 - 11:00
The final day for individual lessons on CIPSS Part one.

Tai Chi
2020-08-19 08:20 - 08:50
Ease into the day with a gentle session of Tai Chi – suitable for all ages and levels of fitness.

Participant recitals
2020-08-18 22:00 - 23:00
An opportunity for participants to perform in one of the outstanding recital rooms. There may be up to 6 recitals happening throughout the school – make sure to go along and hear some of the wonderful repertoire on offer.

Teaching session 3
2020-08-18 14:30 - 16:30
The final lessons of the day, including workshops. Do check the daily noticeboards for information.

Adult Amateur Workshop
2020-08-18 14:30 - 16:30 | Whiteley Hall
The daily two hour workshop for the adult amateur course. Join Philip Fowke and Kathryn Page for helpful and encouraging advice. An opportunity to play in the supportive group – it could be just a bar, a line or a whole sonata movement. Everyone welcome!

Teaching session 2
2020-08-18 11:30 - 13:30
More lessons continue on all courses, including composition, jazz, harpsichord and of course, piano.

Teaching session 1
2020-08-18 09:00 - 11:00
Lessons begin in earnest from 9am. The faculty work throughout the day giving individual lessons and welcome observers.

Tai Chi
2020-08-18 08:20 - 08:50
Join Philip for a gentle start to the day. If the weather is good the session will be outside.

Participant recitals
2020-08-17 22:00 - 23:00
An opportunity for participants to perform in one of the outstanding recital rooms.

Alexander Rosenblatt - piano compositions
2020-08-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Stoller Hall
A vibrantly inspirational early evening recital featuring works by the Russian composer/pianist Alexander Rosenblatt. Rosenblatt’s dynamic, energised, communicative music makes a direct emotional impact. Many of the new generation of 21st century pianists have championed his music internationally and we are thrilled to present a cross section of his art in Manchester. Performers include the composer himself, Dina Parakhina, Callum McLachlan and students from Chetham’s school of music and the Royal Northern College of Music.
Programme to include the Sleeping Beauty – Jazz Fantasy on a Theme by Tchaikovsky with Dina Parakhina and Callum McLachlan.

Rosenblatt was born in Moscow on 31st July 1956 as the son of a violinist father and a pianist mother. He studied at the Moscow Conservatory from 1975 to 1982 with Pavel Messner (piano) and Karen Khachaturian (composition). His works range from classical music to crossover and jazz.

Teaching session 3
2020-08-17 14:30 - 16:30
The final lessons of the day in all rooms throughout the school.

Teaching session 2
2020-08-17 11:30 - 13:30
Lessons continue throughout the school. Hundreds of hours of lessons happen throughout the summer school and all are open to observe.

Alexander Technique
2020-08-17 09:00 - 13:30
The final sessions for Alexander Technique lessons with the inspirational James Crow. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Teaching session 1
2020-08-17 09:00 - 11:00
Lessons begin from 9am – do observe if you don’t have a lesson scheduled. It is very rare to have so many amazing teachers all together under one roof!

Tai Chi
2020-08-17 08:20 - 08:50
Tai Chi’s physical movements serve as effective sensitivity and awareness exercises that keep the body flexible, reduce stress and tone and strengthen muscles.

Quiz night!
2020-08-16 21:45 - 23:00 | Oglesby Atrium
New for 2020 – quiz night in the bar.
After a full day of intense lessons, workshops and inspirational recitals, relax with a drink and enjoy a fun end to the evening. Interesting musical prizes guaranteed.

Piano Topography Part two - Euan Moseley
2020-08-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Stoller Hall
20 Topographs for the intrepid pianist – by Euan Moseley
Moseley’s Kaleidoscopic imaginative range is instantly accessible to everyone who loves good tunes, zany humour and toe tapping tarantellas.
“I think this music is both inventive and communicative: a most satisfying combination! Congratulations! “- Vladimir Ashkenazy
“The pieces make direct impact with the performer and are expertly and imaginatively created .. an excellent enterprise!” – John Lill C.B.E
The pianists will be talented young pianists from Chetham’s and the Royal Northern College of Music. Free for all summer school participants. Tickets available to the public through the Stoller Hall website – http://www.stollerhall.com

Teaching session 3
2020-08-16 14:30 - 16:30
The final lessons of the day take place throughout the school. Learn from observing the outstanding faculty if you don’t have a lesson yourself.

Adult Amateur Workshop
2020-08-16 14:30 - 16:30 | Whiteley Hall
The second of the daily workshops on part one. Join Philip Fowke and Kathryn Page as they enjoy working with everyone, either on a few bars, or a much longer piece. Lively discussions guaranteed!

Teaching session 2
2020-08-16 11:30 - 13:30
Participants take their individual lessons with members of the faculty. Observers always welcome.

Alexander Technique
2020-08-16 09:00 - 16:30
Book individual or group sessions with James Crow and discover the huge benefits of the Alexander Technique.
