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CIPSS Part 1 Registration
CIPSS Part 1 Registration
Please 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
Welcome meeting for Junior Piano Course
A 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
Welcome for Adult Amateur Course
Come 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 …
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Drop in practice workshop
Drop in practice workshop
An open session for everyone. Come along with a bar, a chord, a section of a piece that you would like additional help with from a member of the faculty. Classes just for the Junior Course are scheduled after this.
Junior Piano Group Class
Junior Piano Group Class
All pianists on the Junior Course start the day with a group class workshop, exploring technique, practise, repertoire and much more. This photo from last year shows the class laying down with closed eyes as they listen to a piece of music with Murray McLachlan.
Dalcroze Group Classes
Dalcroze Group Classes
Join Emma Dixon 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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Junior Piano Group Class
Junior Piano Group Class
The morning begins for the Junior pianists with a group class in the magnificent Carole Nash Hall. This photo from last year shows the class exploring the importance of posture with Murray McLachlan.
Drop in practice workshop
Drop in practice workshop
Start 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 …
Teaching session 1
Teaching session 1
The day begins with all members of the faculty teaching throughout the school. Everyone will receive a daily lesson as standard.
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Alexander Technique Group and Individual Classes
Alexander Technique Group and Individual Classes
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 …
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Junior Piano Group Class
Junior Piano Group Class
The morning group class for all pianists enrolled on the Junior Course. Inspiration and camaraderie as you learn together, in a supportive and friendly group.
Drop in practice workshop
Drop in practice workshop
Start the morning with a friendly workshop with tips on how to practise, fingering advice, pedalling, voicing etc. Come a long with a few lines or just a bar or two.
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Stoller Hall Professional Film Recording
Stoller Hall Professional Film Recording
An exciting opportunity for participants to make a professional quality film recording in the award winning Stoller Hall, on a magnificent Steinway Model D piano. We are delighted to welcome back James from Mill Media once again. The film can be used for entry into competitions, for auditions or to promote the young pianist on …
Alexander Technique Group and Individual Classes
Alexander Technique Group and Individual Classes
The main principles of the Alexander technique are: "how you move, sit and stand affects how well you function" "the relationship of the head, neck and spine is fundamental to your ability to function optimally" "becoming more mindful of the way you go about your daily activities is necessary to make changes and gain benefit" …
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Drop in practise workshop
Drop in practise workshop
Come along for help with a particular bar, phrase or any aspect of a piece you are playing. A member of the faculty will look forward to helping everyone discover new and exciting ways to practise.
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Stoller Hall Professional Film Recording
Stoller Hall Professional Film Recording
The final day on part one for making a professional film recording with Mill Media in the award winning 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.
Junior Course Final Concert
Junior Course Final Concert
All 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.
Final morning participant recitals
Final morning participant recitals
As CIPSS part 1 draws to a close, we look forward to participant recitals throughout the school for over 2 hours. Friends and family welcome to come in and support.
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Alexander Technique Group and Individual Classes
Alexander Technique Group and Individual Classes
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 …
Alexander Technique Group and Individual Classes Read More »
Junior Piano Group Class
Junior Piano Group Class
The 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.
Drop in practice workshop
Drop in practice workshop
Start 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 …
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Stoller Hall Professional Film Recording
Stoller Hall Professional Film Recording
An exciting opportunity for participants to make a professional quality film recording in the award winning Stoller Hall, on a magnificent Steinway Model D piano. We are delighted to welcome back James from Mill Media once again. The film can be used for entry into competitions, for auditions or to promote the young pianist on …
Alexander Technique Group and Individual Classes
Alexander Technique Group and Individual Classes
The first day for Alexander Technique lessons with the inspirational James Crow. The main principles of the Alexander technique are: "how you move, sit and stand affects how well you function" "the relationship of the head, neck and spine is fundamental to your ability to function optimally" "becoming more mindful of the way you go …
Alexander Technique Group and Individual Classes Read More »
Drop in practice workshop
Drop in practice workshop
Start the day with a helpful workshop for everyone who needs a little support with practising. 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 faculty.
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Junior Piano Group Class
Junior Piano Group Class
The daily class for all young pianists - a chance to learn together in the glorious Carole Nash Hall.
Drop in practice workshop
Drop in practice workshop
A great way to set up the day with tips on every aspect of piano playing from a member of the faculty.
Dalcroze Group Classes
Dalcroze Group Classes
Discover 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 …
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Junior Piano Group Class
Junior Piano Group Class
The final group class for Junior Course pianists. A chance to explore what has been discovered through the lessons, workshops and recitals. Tomorrow all Junior pianists will get a chance to perform to friends and family in the Hall and receive a certificate of participation. Junior pianists relaxing listening to music.
Drop in practice workshop
Drop in practice workshop
Start 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 …
Teaching session 1
Teaching session 1
The final day for individual participant lessons - a wonderful opportunity to listen to lessons on all courses throughout the day. Noriko Ogawa
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Junior Course Final Concert
Junior Course Final Concert
As CIPSS part two draws to a close, we look forward to all the Junior pianists performing. Everyone will receive a certificate of participation. Friends and family very welcome.
Final morning participant recitals
Final morning participant recitals
As CIPSS 2024 draws to a close, we look forward to participant recitals throughout the school for over 2 hours. Friends and family welcome to come in and support.
Stoller Hall Professional Film Recording
Stoller Hall Professional Film Recording
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.