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Party time!
Party time!
A chance to get to know everyone on the opening night. Some musical surprises guaranteed.
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Advanced course individual lessons
Advanced course individual lessons
The daily session for individual lessons and practise time. Over 100 practise rooms will ensure everyone has their own piano.
Intermediate course class session.
Intermediate course class session.
Aural and Musicianship, technique time and theory with Sarah Murphy, course leader. Sight-singing, rhythmic exercises and multi-activity exercises (combining clapping/singing/movement) will be used to develop co-ordination and general musicianship.Scales and arpeggios will be given a fun twist by being performed in a range of different articulations, dynamics and other musical combinations, with all pianists participating …
Young artist course individual lessons
Young artist course individual lessons
The first of three daily sessions where pianists on this course have individual lessons. Every pianist will have an individual practise room to use throughout the day. All lessons are open to observe - a fantastic opportunity to learn from the outstanding faculty.
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Elementary course class session
Elementary course class session
Kodàly Musicianship, Technique Time, Music Theory, with Karen Marshall, course leader. Activities will include singing games and solfa, whole group performances of scales to different grooves and vamps and theory delivered in a musical way along with games and activities that truly entertain.
Advanced course individual lessons
Advanced course individual lessons
Individual lessons and practise sessions throughout the school. Take the opportunity to listen to friends and observe some of the outstanding faculty.
Intermediate course class session
Intermediate course class session
Aural and Musicianship, technique time and theory with Sarah Murphy, course leader. Sight-singing, rhythmic exercises and multi-activity exercises (combining clapping/singing/movement) will be used to develop co-ordination and general musicianship.Scales and arpeggios will be given a fun twist by being performed in a range of different articulations, dynamics and other musical combinations, with all pianists participating …
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Elementary course class session
Elementary course class session
Kodàly Musicianship, Technique Time, Music Theory, with Karen Marshall, course leader. Activities will include singing games and solfa, whole group performances of scales to different grooves and vamps and theory delivered in a musical way along with games and activities that truly entertain.
Advanced course individual lessons
Advanced course individual lessons
During this session the young pianists will have an individual lesson, practise and observe some of the outstanding faculty.
Young artist course individual lessons
Young artist course individual lessons
Individual lessons, practise sessions and lesson observation throughout the school.
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Elementary course class session
Elementary course class session
Kodàly Musicianship, Technique Time, Music Theory, with Karen Marshall, course leader. The final day for this session. Activities will include singing games and solfa, whole group performances of scales to different grooves and vamps and theory delivered in a musical way along with games and activities that truly entertain.
Advanced course individual lessons
Advanced course individual lessons
The final day for individual lessons. Don't miss the opportunity to also hear some of the outstanding faculty in action with other young pianists.
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Advice auditions
Advice auditions
An opportunity to play to head of keyboard at Chetham's Dr Murray McLachlan, or another member of staff at the school and receive written feedback. Parents are welcome to attend the audition. Space is limited - please book early. NB there is a small additional charge for the audition. Please tick the box on the …
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Alexander Technique
Alexander Technique
Alexander Technique helps millions of people across the world to naturally overcome: Back, neck and joint pain Muscle tension and stiffness Poor posture Breathing and vocal problems Anxiety and stress-related conditions James Crow is a very popular teacher of Alexander Technique and his classes fill up quickly. Do book ealry to avoid disappointment. It is …
Teaching session 2
Teaching session 2
The second session of the day with all members of the faculty working intensely in individual lessons with the participants. Observers always welcome.
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Teaching session 1
Teaching session 1
The first lessons of the day take place with all of the outstanding faculty. Don't miss out on the opportunity to observe any lesson.
Alexander Technique
Alexander Technique
Book individual or group sessions with James Crow and discover the huge benefits of the Alexander Technique.
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Teaching session 1
Teaching session 1
Lessons begin from 9am - do observe if you don't have a lesson scheduled. It is very rare to have so many amazing teachers all together under one roof!
Alexander Technique
Alexander Technique
The final sessions for Alexander Technique lessons with the inspirational James Crow. Book early to avoid disappointment.
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Teaching session 1
Teaching session 1
Lessons begin in earnest from 9am. The faculty work throughout the day giving individual lessons and welcome observers.
Teaching session 2
Teaching session 2
More lessons continue on all courses, including composition, jazz, harpsichord and of course, piano.
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Final morning recitals
Final morning recitals
Part one of CIPSS ends with participant recitals throughout the school. Friends and family welcome to come along to these concerts.
Video recordings
Video recordings
The final opportunity on part one for participants to make a professional film recording with leading company Mill Media in the Carole Nash Hall. There are two pianos to choose from - both concert grands - Steinway and Bösendorfer. Choose from 20, 30 or 40 minute time slots on the application form. Space limited - …
Tasmin Little and John Lenehan Beethoven violin and piano sonatas – recital two
Tasmin Little and John Lenehan Beethoven violin and piano sonatas – recital two
Tasmin is joined by pianist John Lenehan for the second recital featuring all 10 sonatas of Beethoven. "Little can justly be regarded as Britain's finest violinist" The Independent "Beautiful piano playing from the peerless John Lenehan" Guardian Free for all summer school participants. Tickets available to the public through the Stoller Hall website -http://www.stollerhall.com …
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Teaching session 3
Teaching session 3
The final individual lessons and workshops for the day. Don't miss the opportunity to sit in and observe the outstanding faculty.
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Teaching session 2
Teaching session 2
After coffee, the faculty continue working with the participants in individual lessons. Observers are always welcome to sit in.
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Alexander Technique
Alexander Technique
Learning the Alexander Technique gives you a fascinating tool for noticing when the tension is creeping up on you, so you can notice your reactions building and let go of the tension. It means you’re calmer and more confident in everything you do. That’s why actors and musicians use it for stage-fright, golfers use it …
Teaching session 2
Teaching session 2
Observers are always welcome to sit in on the individual lessons. Timetables for all faculty are displayed in the entrance foyer.
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Teaching session 1
Teaching session 1
The first lessons of the day. Participants can choose to have individual lessons on many of the different courses and all lessons are scheduled for a personal and unique timetable.
Alexander Technique
Alexander Technique
The final opportunity to have individual or group lessons with the amazing James Crow. Participants on the course return to him every year - he is fabulous!
Teaching session 2
Teaching session 2
Lessons continue on all courses, including theory, composition, jazz, organ and of course piano!
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Teaching session 1
Teaching session 1
The final day on the course for individual lessons. Don't miss the opportunity to learn by observing the wonderful teachers.
Teaching session 2
Teaching session 2
More intense individual lessons continue. The group workshops are scheduled throughout the week - check the displayed timetables for more information.
Video recordings
Video recordings
Two concert grand pianos, stunning acoustics and leading professional film company Mill Media provide the perfect setting for participants to make a professional film recording. Choose your preferred time slot on the application form - spaces limited.
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Final morning recitals
Final morning recitals
CIPSS 2020 draws to a close with recitals throughout the school for 2 hours. Friends and family welcome to come in and support.
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