• The Art of Four Hands workshop

    G06

    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 final session for individual lessons.  Teachers on all courses will be working throughout the school.  

  • Participant recitals

    An opportunity for participants to perform on the outstanding grand pianos in all of the halls and performance spaces. Observers warmly welcomed.  

  • Pavel Nersessian Recital

    Stoller Hall

      We are delighted to welcome Pavel Nersessian to the Stoller Hall and the summer school. “His performance brought a veritable roar of approval from the audience,” wrote the Irish Times, after Pavel Nersessian received the 1st Prize in the GPA Dublin International Piano Competition in 1991. Being one of the most remarkable pianists of …

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  • Peter Donohoe Recital

    Stoller Hall

    "Peter Donohoe played as if visited by the spirit of Rachmaninov."     The Guardian "I cannot imagine a living pianist capable of improving upon Donohoe’s outstanding artistry."   Robert Matthew-Walker, Musical Opinion We are delighted to welcome  back Peter Donohoe, former Chetham's student and a much loved regular on the faculty of the summer school Bach-Busoni …

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  • Cabaret

    Oglesby Atrium

    The customary finale to the summer school’s closing night is a highlight eagerly anticipated by both faculty and participants. It’s not unusual to witness Noriko Ogawa swapping her piano for a violin, or Peter Donohoe delivering Chopin in a pink dressing gown while playfully substituting an orange for his fingers. The antics never fail to …

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  • Junior Course Final Presentation Concert

    Oglesby Atrium

    As CIPSS part two draws to a close, we look forward to all the Junior pianists performing. Everyone will receive a certificate of participation from Course Director, Murray McLachlan. Friends and family very welcome.    

  • Final morning participant recitals

    As CIPSS 2026 draws to a close, we look forward to participant recitals throughout the school for over 2 hours. Friends and family welcome to come in and support.                   

  • Stoller Hall Professional Film Recording

    Stoller Hall

    Stunning acoustics, a fabulous Model D Steinway is tuned and ready for you to play and top of the range recording equipment provide the perfect conditions. With the outstanding Mill Media in the award winning Stoller Hall. Please book early as spaces are limited.