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.
Noriko Ogawa Recital
Stoller HallWe are thrilled to welcome back Noriko Ogawa for a solo recital. "What sets her apart from other pianists is her wonderful sense of timing… allows the music to breathe, while maintaining the forward momentum" The Times "...poetry as well as virtuosity... what makes his playing so complete is the combination of an innate musical …
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 …
End of CIPSS Part Two
The 23rd Chetham's International Piano Summer School draws to a close. Many new friends will have been made and old friendships renewed. We look forward to seeing everyone next August! …
CIPSS Part 1 Registration
Oglesby AtriumPlease arrive in plenty of time to settle in before the opening recital at 17.00 in Stoller Hall. If you are a participant on the Junior Piano or Adult Amateur courses, there are welcome meetings at 3.30pm. Do try and arrive in plenty of time to come along to the meeting. If you cannot arrive …
Welcome meeting for Junior Piano Course
Carole Nash HallA chance to meet other young pianists on the course with course director and Head of Keyboard, Murray McLachlan. We look forward to getting to know you all over the course and hearing you play. We are thrilled that Emma Dixon will take all the children in a fun dalcroze session during the hour - …
Welcome for Adult Amateur Course
G06Come and say hello to other Adult Amateur pianists on the course and to meet Kathryn Page who will answer any questions you may have about the week. You will meet many pianists who are attending for the very first time as well as many 'regular' participants. We look forward to getting to know you …
Welcome reception
Oglesby AtriumA chance to meet friends, old and new. Enjoy a complimentary drink on us and savour the atmosphere of 'the friendliest piano summer school'! Delighted that Nikki Iles will be hosting the opening night in the new 'Jazz Room' - an intimate space for both playing and listening to participants playing jazz. The space will …
Drop in practise 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 - 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 …
Dalcroze Group Classes
WaterhouseDiscover 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 Emma Dixon to take the classes in dalcroze. Please tick the box …