‘Drop in’ performance class
G06We are delighted to have an open door to all pianists wanting to try out a piece in a small and friendly room, encouraged by a member of the faculty. …
Lecture “What about the Twiddly Bits?” with Charlotte Turner
Stoller HallThe first of the lectures for the 2026 course. This lecture explores how to approach ornamentation in Baroque keyboard music by understanding the expressive logic behind it. Charlotte Turner will …
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Faculty Gala Recital
Stoller HallThe now traditional Gala Recital featuring some of the outstanding members of the faculty. Heidi Rolfe and Ben Frith Martin Ellerby 5 Lowry Pictures – no. 2 and 5 John …
Leon McCawley Recital
Stoller Hall“One of today’s most impeccably musical pianists.” International Piano, January/February 2021 Praised for his unfailingly communicative playing, British pianist Leon McCawley has been delighting audiences worldwide since winning, in 1993, …
Late Night Jazz Room
G04Every 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 …
Early Morning Warm Ups with Murray
Oglesby AtriumWake up early and join Murray for a refreshing warm up session. A chance to start your day with aural and physical fun - everyone welcome!
Drop in practice workshop
G06Start the day with a helpful workshop for everyone who needs a little support with practising. Workshops for the Junior Course are scheduled just after this class. Everyone welcome - …
Junior Piano Group Class
Oglesby AtriumThe first morning group class where singing, movement and more help to ease everyone into the day. a young pianist exploring rhythm with Murray McLachlan.
Dalcroze Group Classes
GymJoin Alison Wise for a fun and inspiring session of Dalcroze Eurhythmics. In Dalcroze Eurhythmics, music is experienced through movement – the teaching and learning process engages body, mind and …
Teaching session 1
Individual lessons take place on all courses throughout the school. The summer school has an 'open door' policy - offering an amazing opportunity to sit in on lessons.