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Lunchtime Recital – Jeremias Fliedl, cello and Callum McLachlan, piano

Stoller Hall

The daily lunchtime recital in the Stoller Hall. J.S. Bach - Arioso from the Cantata "Ich steh mit einem Fuß im Grabe" G-Dur BWV 156 Debussy Sonata Prologue: Lent, sostenuto e molto risoluto Sérénade: Modérément animé Finale: Animé, léger et nerveux   Brahms Sonata in E minor op 38 Allegro non troppo Allegretto quasi Menuetto Allegro   Jeremias Fliedl is …

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Adult Amateur Workshop

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The daily adult amateur workshop. Don't miss out on the opportunity to play to Martyn Parkes. Everyone is very welcome to come up and play, even just a few bars.

Participant recitals

Another opportunity to perform on a concert grand piano including Steinway, Bösendorfer, Yamaha, Schimmel in one of the recital rooms. Make sure to choose this option on the application form.

Steven Osborne Recital

Stoller Hall

Winner of the Royal Philharmonic Society’s Instrumentalist of the Year in 2013, pianist Steven Osborne is one of Britain’s most treasured musicians. Celebrated for his insightful interpretations, his musicality and technique, Osborne is much sought after as soloist, chamber musician and recitalist. His residencies at London’s Wigmore Hall, Antwerp’s deSingel, the Bath International Music Festival, …

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Late Night Jazz Room with Nikki Iles

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New this year! 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. On the opening night we are thrilled that Nikki Iles will perform a short set for us as we enjoy our welcome drink.  

Early Morning Warm Ups with Murray

Oglesby Atrium

Begin your CIPSS week with a refreshing concentrated group 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, concepts and exercises relating to piano well-being and mindset …

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Junior Piano Group Class

Oglesby Atrium

All pianists on the Junior Course start the day with a group class exploring Kodaly, singing, dalcroze and more. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy music making with new friends. This photo from last year shows the class laying down with closed eyes as they listen to a piece of music with Murray McLachlan.

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 …

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Teaching session 2

As individual lessons continue apace, take full advantage of the 'open door' policy on the summer school.  

Junior Foundation ‘drop in’ performance class

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Every day Junior Foundation pianists can enjoy performing on an outstanding grand piano in front of a small and supportive audience, hosted by a member of the faculty.