25 for 25 – a Jubilee Celebration – part one
Stoller HallA quarter-century of music-making is a milestone worth celebrating and this year’s course will be a jubilant tribute to the countless artists who have shared their talents, energy, and spirit across the years. This special celebratory concert will be full of surprise and innovation - more details will be revealed over the coming months. From …
Welcome reception
Oglesby AtriumCome along to the Atrium bar for a complimentary drink and meet everyone in our 25th year celebrations! Discover why we really are 'the friendliest piano summer school'! We are thrilled to announce that Jason Rebello will be performing in the 'Jazz Room' - an intimate performance for participants. The Jazz Room will be available …
Early Morning Warm Ups with Murray
Oglesby AtriumStart your day off with these 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 as well as glimpses of …
Drop in practice workshop
G06Everyone welcome - come along with a bar, a chord, or any part of a piece that you would like some advice on from a member of the faculty. Tips on fingering, pedaling, phrasing, articulation, voicing etc. Workshops for Junior pianists are scheduled after this class every day.
Junior Piano Group Class
Oglesby AtriumThe morning group class for all pianists enrolled on the Junior Course. Inspiration and camaraderie as you learn together, in a supportive and friendly group.
Dalcroze Group Classes
GymDiscover how to use the body as a tool for musical perception, preparation, and performance. Experience a liberating and joyful approach to music that will transform your creativity. Dalcroze provides a powerful route to musical expression - and it is also a lot of fun! We welcome back Alison Wise to take the classes in dalcroze. Please tick the box …
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 …
Junior Course ‘drop in’ practice workshop
G06Come along with a bar, or a small section for lots of advice and help to take you into your practice room. Stay for 5 minutes or the whole class - so much can be discovered by listening to everyone.
Scales and exercises ‘drop in’ workshop
G06New for 2026 a daily class focusing on scales and exercises. These drop in classes are suitable for all levels of pianists. Discover how daily scale practice unlocks ease and speed, while technical exercises strengthen your playing from the ground up.
Adult Amateur Workshop
G06Every day a 90 minute workshop for all participants on the Adult Amateur Course. Do come along and play in a supportive atmosphere, with Kathryn Page. Come and play a bar, a phrase or a complete piece. Get help with performance nerves - many participants who thought they would never have the courage to play …