This practical class is an opportunity to explore the piano's vast repertoire and to improve both your interpretation and technique. The format of the class is a lively mixture of talks and workshops, in which all students have regular opportunities to play in a relaxed, friendly and very supportive atmosphere.
In the workshop sessions advice will be given on interpretation appropriate to each composer. On the technical side, students will be helped with the selection of fingerings, the identification and resolution of technical problems and the choice of appropriate technical exercises. The emphasis of this aspect of the course is to give students the knowledge and experience to make best use of their practice time.
In the talks this term we will be looking at the development of the modern piano and its impact on Beethoven's piano writing. We will profile the pianists Paul Lewis - noted for his interpretation of Beethoven - and the legendary Vladimir Horowitz, as well as looking at the extraordinary piano music of Alexander Scriabin.
This class is open to players of all levels, including beginners, and students may join the class in any term.