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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 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 …
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 - …
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Drop in practise workshop
Drop in practise 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 …
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 …
Teaching session 1
Teaching session 1
The first session for individual lessons. Do pop into any of the teaching rooms to hear lessons given by the outstanding faculty. Everyone will have their own individual schedule for lessons but we have an open door policy for all sessions - an amazing opportunity to learn from observing some of the most respected teachers …
14 events,
Drop in practise workshop
Drop in practise workshop
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. Tips on fingering, pedaling, phrasing, articulation, voicing etc. Workshops for Junior pianists are scheduled after this class every day.
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 …
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.
13 events,
Drop in practise workshop
Drop in practise workshop
A great way to set up the day with tips on every aspect of piano playing from a member of the faculty.
Teaching session 1
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.
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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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 …
Drop in practise workshop
Drop in practise workshop
Come along for help with any aspect of playing from a member of the summer school faculty. The last session for part one participants.
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.
9 events,
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.
Junior Course Final Presentation Concert
Junior Course Final Presentation Concert
As CIPSS part one draws to a close, we look forward to all the Junior pianists performing and being presented with a certificate of participation. Friends and family very welcome. Chehtam's School of Music Architecture
Stoller Hall professional film recording
Stoller Hall professional film recording
An amazing opportunity to make 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. A greatly reduced price, negotiated for the summer school, has been …
13 events,
Drop in practise workshop
Drop in practise 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.
Teaching session 1
Teaching session 1
As all members of the faculty teach throughout the school, don't miss the opportunity to listen to the amazing lessons.
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 »
13 events,
Drop in practise workshop
Drop in practise 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.
Teaching session 1
Teaching session 1
The inspirational faculty are busy giving daily individual lessons on all courses. The course has an open door policy to all lessons - not to be missed.
Alexander Technique Group and Individual Classes
Alexander Technique Group and Individual Classes
The final 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 »
13 events,
Drop in practise workshop
Drop in practise 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 …
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 …
Teaching session 1
Teaching session 1
The first teaching session of the day. Over 30 faculty will be working with participants in daily intensive individual lessons. All lessons also open to observe.
13 events,
Drop in practise workshop
Drop in practise workshop
The final 'drop -in' morning class for helpful tips on different approaches to practise. Don't miss this chance to get helpful advice on any aspect of piano playing.
Dalcroze Group Classes
Dalcroze Group Classes
Join Emma Dixon for a group class in Dalcroze and discover the freedom and joy of music through movement. It is also a lot of fun!
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
4 events,
Stoller Hall Professional Film Recording
Stoller Hall Professional Film Recording
The final day 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 Presentation Concert
Junior Course Final Presentation 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 2025 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.