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  • ‘Drop in’ performance class

    G06

    We are delighted to have an open door to all pianists wanting to try out a piece in a small and friendly room, encouraged by a member of the faculty. Every day on part one come and join us!    

  • Lecture “What about the Twiddly Bits?” with Charlotte Turner

    Stoller Hall

    The first of the lectures for the 2026 course. This lecture explores how to approach ornamentation in Baroque keyboard music by understanding the expressive logic behind it. Charlotte Turner will discuss the principles of preparation, dissonance and resolution, showing how ornaments arise naturally from harmonic tension and release. Participants gain practical tools for shaping “twiddly …

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  • Faculty Gala Recital

    Stoller Hall

    The now traditional Gala Recital featuring some of the  outstanding members of the faculty. Heidi Rolfe and Ben Frith    Martin Ellerby 5 Lowry Pictures – no.  2 and 5 John Thwaites Brahms: Intermezzo Op. 119 No. 1 Frank Bridge: "Rosemary" Honor O’Hea and Robert Andres C. Debussy: Scottish March on a Popular Theme (Earl of …

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  • Leon McCawley Recital

    Stoller Hall

    “One of today’s most impeccably musical pianists.” International Piano, January/February 2021 Praised for his unfailingly communicative playing, British pianist Leon McCawley has been delighting audiences worldwide since winning, in 1993, First Prize in the International Beethoven Piano Competition in Vienna and Second Prize at the Leeds International Piano Competition. His many concert performances and extensive …

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  • Late Night Jazz Room

    G04

    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. Enjoy listening with a drink, or enjoy playing to fellow participants.

  • Dalcroze Group Classes

    Gym

    Join Alison Wise for a fun and inspiring session of Dalcroze Eurhythmics. In Dalcroze Eurhythmics, music is experienced through movement – the teaching and learning process engages body, mind and emotion. Contemporary research demonstrates that whole-body movement is an effective way to enhance musicianship, improve co-ordination and concentration, and develop the skills needed to be …

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  • Teaching session 1

    Individual lessons take place on all courses throughout the school. The summer school has an 'open door' policy - offering an amazing  opportunity to sit in on lessons.    

  • Stoller Hall Professional Film Recording

    Stoller Hall

    Stunning acoustics, a fabulous Model D Steinway is tuned and ready for you to play and top of the range recording equipment provide the perfect conditions. With the outstanding Mill Media in the award winning Stoller Hall. Please book early as spaces are limited.  

  • Scales and exercises ‘drop in’ workshop

    G06

    New for 2026 a daily class focusing on scales and exercises. Regular work on scales and exercises transforms your facility, giving you the freedom to play with clarity and control. Drop in for 5 minutes or come for the whole class - everyone welcome!