Participant recitals
Another opportunity to perform on a concert grand piano including Steinway, Bösendorfer, Yamaha, Schimmel in one of the recital rooms. Make sure to choose this option on the application form.
Steven Osborne Recital
Stoller HallWinner of the Royal Philharmonic Society’s Instrumentalist of the Year in 2013, pianist Steven Osborne is one of Britain’s most treasured musicians. Celebrated for his insightful interpretations, his musicality and technique, Osborne is much sought after as soloist, chamber musician and recitalist. His residencies at London’s Wigmore Hall, Antwerp’s deSingel, the Bath International Music Festival, …
Late Night Jazz Room with Nikki Iles
G04New this year! Every evening a chance for participants to play some jazz and improvisation in this lovely space on a superb grand piano kindly donated by Forsyth Music Shop. On the opening night we are thrilled that Nikki Iles will perform a short set for us as we enjoy our welcome drink.
Early Morning Warm Ups with Murray
Oglesby AtriumBegin your CIPSS week with a refreshing concentrated group session! A new 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 …
Junior Piano Group Class
Oglesby AtriumAll pianists on the Junior Course start the day with a group class exploring Kodaly, singing, dalcroze and more. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy music making with new friends. This photo from last year shows the class laying down with closed eyes as they listen to a piece of music with Murray McLachlan.
Teaching session 1
The first session for individual lessons. Do pop into any of the teaching rooms to hear lessons given by the outstanding faculty. Everyone will have their own individual schedule for lessons but we have an open door policy for all sessions - an amazing opportunity to learn from observing some of the most respected teachers …
Teaching session 2
As individual lessons continue apace, take full advantage of the 'open door' policy on the summer school.
Junior Foundation ‘drop in’ performance class
G06Every day Junior Foundation pianists can enjoy performing on an outstanding grand piano in front of a small and supportive audience, hosted by a member of the faculty.
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! Leon McCawley
Junior Advanced ‘drop in’ performance class
G06An exciting daily opportunity to perform on a wonderful grand piano, supported by the other young pianists on the course.