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Teaching session 2

The final day for lessons on part two. The faculty are teaching  throughout the school on all courses including composition, aural, jazz, improvisation, organ, musical analysis, and much more!  

Lunchtime Recital

Stoller Hall

The daily lunchtime recital. Details announced soon. Alim Beisembayev - winner of the 2021 Leeds International Piano Competition

The Art of Four Hands workshop

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A new daily workshop dedicated to the art of piano duo playing - both duets and 2 pianos. Bring your duo ready to perform, or simply enjoy the thrill of sightreading together in a supportive atmosphere.  Everyone welcome - there will always be someone ready to join you at the piano. Do drop in and …

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Teaching session 3

The third teaching session of the day. While your individual lessons keep you busy, the summer school’s ‘open door’ policy opens up a world of extra learning and inspiration—come and see what’s happening beyond your own timetable.   Marta Karbownicka

‘Drop in’ performance class

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Each day offers a relaxed performance opportunity—play for others, hear fellow pianists, and enjoy the supportive atmosphere with a faculty member hosting.    

25 for 25 – part two

Stoller Hall

To celebrate the summer school's 25th course we are thrilled to present a very special recital series. Full details will be released early in the new year - but we can promise excitement, surprises, innovation and performances that will thrill. Keep an eye out for more details.  

Noriko Ogawa Recital

Stoller Hall

We are thrilled to welcome back Noriko Ogawa for a solo recital. "What sets her apart from other pianists is her wonderful sense of timing… allows the music to breathe, while maintaining the forward momentum" The Times "...poetry as well as virtuosity... what makes his playing so complete is the combination of an innate musical …

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Ronan O’Hora Recital

Stoller Hall

We are thrilled to welcome back Ronan O'Hora, who has been on the faculty many times from the very 1st course 25 years ago! “His sound is lustrous; his playing is lyrical and full of feeling; he thinks not only of the passing notes but of the overall form. Moreover, O’Hora is blessed with meticulous …

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Late Night Jazz Room

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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. Enjoy listening with a drink, or enjoy playing to fellow participants.