Lecture with Paul Hindmarsh – Who was Wilfred Heaton?
Stoller HallIn the early 1950s Sheffield composer Wilfred Heaton undertook a number of consultation lessons in composition with the distinguished emigre Hungarian teacher Matyas Seiber. The results of this advice were far-reaching on Heaton's style, as can be heard in this Piano Sonata. Paul Hindmarsh, a former BBC producer for 21 years now devotes his time …
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Graham Scott Recital
Stoller HallHailed by the Gramophone magazine as ‘an exceptional talent’ Graham Scott has performed extensively throughout the world most notably in New York (92nd St. Y), Washington DC (Kennedy Center), Los Angeles (Ambassador Auditorium), Tokyo (Suntory Hall), Beijing (Beijing Concert Hall and Forbidden City Concert Hall), Paris (Bagatelle) as well as all the major London venues …
Junior Piano Group Class
Carole Nash HallThe daily class for all young pianists - a chance to learn together in the glorious Carole Nash Hall.
Lunchtime Recital – Jeremias Fliedl, cello and Callum McLachlan, piano
Stoller HallThe 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
G06The 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 HallWinner 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, …
Late Night Jazz Room with Nikki Iles
G04New 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 AtriumBegin 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 …
Junior Piano Group Class
Oglesby AtriumAll 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.