Lecture – From Stress to Strength – with Mookie Lee-Menuhin
Stoller HallIn today’s high-pressure world, many of us — musicians and non-musicians alike — live in a constant state of survival mode: stretched thin, always “on,” and striving to stay in control while feeling increasingly depleted. With soaring levels of stress and burnout worldwide — and with musicians facing significantly higher rates of mental ill-health than …
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Joanna MacGregor Recital
Stoller Hall'MacGregor seems incapable of giving performances that are not at once extremely intelligent and entertaining'. The Sunday Times 'She is one of the most exciting and enterprising pianists of the moment.' The Observer 'Joanna MacGregor’s career is practically built on a reinvention of the star virtuoso tradition... MacGregor’s verve, energy and astounding technique are always …
Piers Lane Recital
Stoller Hall“No praise could be high enough for Piers Lane whose playing throughout is of a superb musical intelligence, sensitivity, and scintillating brilliance.” Bryce Morrison, Gramophone We are thrilled that Piers is available to join us again at Chetham's for a solo recital and teaching on the faculty. Five times soloist at the BBC Proms, Piers …
Late Night Participant recitals
Late night recital opportunities in all of the recital halls throughout the school. All participants have the opportunity to perform on one of the concert grand pianos in the recital rooms. Steinway, Schimmel, Bösendorfer, Yamaha and Bechstein are some of the models available. Make sure to sign up when applying online. Baronial Hall
Late Night Jazz Room
G04Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy late -night jazz- either listening or playing yourself. Enjoy a drink and soak up the atmosphere.
Early Morning Warm Ups with Murray
Oglesby AtriumFlagging with mid-course fatigue? No problem: Wake up early and join Murray for a refreshing warm up 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, …
Drop in practice workshop
G06Start the day with a helpful workshop for everyone who needs a little support with practising. Everyone 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.
Junior Piano Group Class
Oglesby AtriumJoin your friends for a group workshop session - singing, movement, listening and much more to start your day with renewed energy.
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 day begins with all members of the faculty teaching throughout the school. Everyone will receive a daily lesson as standard.