Participant recitals
An opportunity for participants to perform on the outstanding grand pianos in all of the halls and performance spaces. Observers warmly welcomed.
Sarah Beth Briggs Recital
Stoller Hall…an exceptionally gifted musician The Guardian Pianist Sarah Beth Briggs – an artist of extraordinary magnetism (Michael Kennedy, Daily Telegraph) – is a leading recitalist, concerto soloist, and chamber musician.Her professional career was launched at the age of eleven when she became the then youngest-ever finalist in the BBC Young Musician of the Year and …
Martin Roscoe Recital
Stoller Hall…Roscoe is a pianist who both thinks and offers full-blooded playing of breadth and depth. In this country, he is an uncommon creature…Daily Telegraph With an extraordinary career spanning over four decades, Martin Roscoe is unarguably one of the UK’s best loved pianists. Renowned for his versatility at the keyboard, Martin is equally at home …
Junior Course Final Concert
Oglesby AtriumAll the young pianists on both junior courses have the opportunity to perform on the final morning, and receive a certificate of participation. Family and friends will be welcome to come and listen.
End of CIPSS Part One
Part one of the course ends after the morning recitals around 11.30am. For participants staying on to part two it is an amazing opportunity to head off to the teaching rooms which are all empty and spend a happy hour or two on the glorious grand pianos! For those leaving its time to exchange contact …
Tours of Forsyth’s Piano Workshops, Showrooms & Private Collection of Historical Keyboard Instruments
12.30pm – 1.45pm or 2.30pm – 3.45pm Forsyth's free, informal, behind-the-scenes tours are a popular feature of the Summer School programme every year and offer a rare and fascinating insight into the inner workings of pianos, how they are restored and maintained by their on-site specialists, and the …
Opening Recital – Katya Apekisheva
Stoller HallA profoundly gifted artist…– Gramophone As a recording artist, Katya has received widespread critical acclaim for her interpretations from Gramophone Magazine’s Editor’s Choice award and International Piano Magazine’s Critics’ choice to Classic FM’s CD of the week as well as a Classical Brit award to name but a few. Katya’s discography includes solo and chamber …
Gala Faculty Recital
Stoller HallThe now traditional Gala Recital featuring outstanding members of the faculty. An exciting and varied programme guaranteed. Free for all summer school participants. Tickets available for the public from the Stoller Hall.
Junior Piano Group Class
Carole Nash HallThe first morning group class for all Junior Course pianists on part two, in the outstanding Carole Nash Hall. An opportunity to learn from some of the inspirational faculty on the course.
Junior Advanced ‘drop in’ practice workshop
G06The daily 'drop -in' class for all Junior Advanced pianists. A great way to set up the day with tips on every aspect of piano playing from a member of the faculty. Come along with a bar, or a small section for lots of advice and help to take you into your practice room. …