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SUMMARY:3-day Lower Intermediate course with David Hall - WAITING LIST
DESCRIPTION:Learn Faster. Play Better. Express More.\nWhen your musicianship is secure\, learning new music becomes easier. It frees your mind to focus on sound\, style\, and communication – rather than just getting the notes right! \nDevelop core musicianship skills that help you learn repertoire more quickly\, with greater accuracy and a deeper sense of musical expression – so practice feels focussed and effective. \nOur 3-day course for Lower Intermediate pianists is designed to allow a bit more space to take things at slower pace and in more depth. Aimed at pianists around grades 2-4 playing level\, the course is led by our Music Director and author of There’s more to playing piano David Hall. Guests can expect his signature inspiration alongside an encouraging and flexible teaching style. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring your stay\, David will cover the following topics in his interactive workshops: \n\nWorkshop 1 – Practice tips & making the most of your stay. How to:\n– practice efficiently and effectively\n– structure a practice session\n– ensure practice is creative and enjoyable\nWorkshop 2 – Tips for developing sight-reading and aural skills\nWorkshop 3 – Exploring intervals\, chords and lead sheets\n\nAfternoons are spent in an informal performance class where guests play to each other in an encouraging “open-lesson” format – learning from each others’ challenges and gaining performance experience along the way. \nThere will also be time for private practice on one of our beautiful grand pianos. And for those who would like\, our tutor will give one-to-one lessons on our new Steinway to provide individual pointers and tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn the Saturday night\, David will perform a private salon concert for retreat guests\, which is an opportunity to relax and be inspired with a glass of wine in the magical setting of the main hall of Finchcocks! \n\n\n\n\nWe have one grand piano available for every guest in our vaulted cellars\, including our new Steinway. Piano conversation will flow freely over coffee and home made biscuits and cakes in between bouts of practice! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring the course of their stay guests will: \n\nEnjoy access to play on our 9 grand pianos anytime between 7am and 8pm. (There are enough pianos to go round that everyone can play a piano at any given time.)\nEnjoy a one-to-one lesson with our tutor.\nExperience a private recital for retreat guests in the main hall of the family home\, performed by our tutor.\nJoin and socialise with a group 8 fellow piano enthusiasts during lunch and dinner.\nDine in style with lunches and three course dinners prepared by our fabulous chef.\nExperience the Finchcocks bubble\, hailed as a “paradise for pianists” by BBC Music Magazine and stay in a grade 1 listed country manor.\nBe able to explore the Kentish countryside and local attractions should they wish a trip out.\n\nPlus ones are very welcome on our courses\, with a room surcharge dependant on whether they are a playing or non-playing guest. Please ask for further details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStarting at 10am on the Friday\, this extended stay gives Lower Intermediate pianists chance to really absorb and embed new tips and strategies into their playing. If it sounds of interest\, please drop Jenny a line using the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Which course date(s) are you interested in?\n \n \n Playing level / experience (required)\n \n \n Room price band:\nPlease selectClassic (standard)Considerable (large)Old Dairy (with own piano)\n\n \n Other room preferences: (please select most important one and we'll try to our best to accommodate)\nPlease selectEnsuiteWalk-in showerBath2nd floor3rd floorI'm easy!\n\n \n Please tell us anything else that you think would be helpful:\n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	3-day courses\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	from £900 (inclusive of accommodation\, food\, wine and tuition)
URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/3-day-lower-intermediate-course-with-david-hall-2026-2/
CATEGORIES:Intermediate,Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Weekend
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SUMMARY:Keyboard Music from the Baroque with Steven Devine - mixed ability
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to be offering a course with brilliantly talented keyboard player and Early Keyboard Consultant to the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and Royal Welsh Colleges\, Steven Devine. \nDuring this weekend course Keyboard Music from the Baroque\, Steven Devine will explore this incredibly fertile period of keyboard music\, looking at style\, technique\, repertoire and instruments. Although intended for pianists – teaching will be delivered on our Steinway and other beautiful grand pianos – a harpsichord will be in residence for the duration of the course so that guests can explore what these instruments can reveal in our interpretation. \nThis mixed ability course is suitable for pianists playing at an intermediate to advanced level. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs well as a one-to-one lesson with Steven\, weekend tuition will include two workshops and the chance to play in and observe two performance masterclasses also. Themes to be explored are: \n\nBaroque Music – a question of style: Bring your Baroque repertoire to life through an understanding of articulation\, ornamentation\, rhythm\, phrasing\, and historical context. Participants will consider how stylistic choices influence sound and interpretation\, with practical demonstrations on both piano and  and discussion applicable to composers such as Bach\, Handel\, and Scarlatti.\nThere’s not only Bach…: Broaden your Baroque horizons by exploring the rich variety of composers and styles from across Europe. Through listening\, discussion\, and practical examples\, pianists will explore contrasting styles and discover fresh repertoire to enliven their Baroque playing.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“He’s building a reputation as an outstanding recitalist; this completion of his ‘48’ is a highly satisfying account.” BBC Music Magzine November 2020 \n\nOn Saturday evening\, guests can sit back and relax in the main hall of the family home and enjoy a performance by Steven himself. This is an opportunity to hear an artist regularly featured on BBC Radio 3 perform an exclusive private concert in a relaxed setting. An inspirational treat not to be missed! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring their stay\, guests will also: \n\nEnjoy access to play on our 9 grand pianos anytime between 7am and 8pm. (There are enough pianos to go round that everyone can play a piano at any given time.)\nJoin and socialise with a group 8 fellow piano enthusiasts during lunch and dinner.\nDine in style with lunches and three course dinners prepared by our fabulous chef.\nExperience the Finchcocks bubble\, hailed as a “paradise for pianists” by BBC Music Magazine and stay in a grade 1 listed country manor.\n\nPlus ones are very welcome on our courses\, with a room surcharge dependant on whether they are a playing or non-playing guest. Please ask for further details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSteven Devine enjoys a busy career as a music director and keyboard player working with some of the finest musicians. \nHe is the Principal Keyboard Player with the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment and also the principal keyboard player for The Gonzaga Band\, The Mozartists and performs regularly with many other groups around Europe. He has recorded over thirty discs with other artists and ensembles and made six solo recordings. His recording of Bach’s Goldberg Variations (Chandos Records) has received critical acclaim – including Gramophone magazine describing it as “among the best”. The complete harpsichord works of Rameau (Resonus) has received five-star reviews from BBC Music Magazine. Steven has recently released  Bach’s Well-Tempered Clavier (“it’s the one of all I’ve heard in the past ten years that I am happiest to live with.” Early Music Review)  – available on this site. \nHe made his London conducting debut in 2002 at the Royal Albert Hall and is now a regular performer there – including making his Proms directing debut in August 2007 with the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment. He has conducted the Mozart Festival Orchestra in every major concert hall in the UK and also across Switzerland. Steven is Music Director for New Chamber Opera in Oxford and with them has performed repertoire from Cavalli to Rossini. For the Dartington Festival Opera he has conducted Handel’s Orlando and Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas. He is currently conductor and Artistic Advisor for the English Haydn Festival in Bridgnorth. \nSteven works regularly with the Norwegian Wind Ensemble\, Trondheim Barokk\, the Victoria Baroque Players (BC\, Canada) and Arion Baroque Ensemble (Montreal). \nHe is Early Keyboard Consultant to the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and Royal Welsh Colleges\, and teaches fortepiano at the Royal Academy of Music. \nFinally\, Steven is thrilled to be a member of the ground-breaking Art of Moog: an electronic music group specialising in the performance of Bach. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny by filling in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Weekend courses\n\n	from £700 (inclusive of accommodation\, tuition and all food and wine)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Which course date(s) are you interested in?\n \n \n Playing level / experience (required)\n \n \n Room price band:\nPlease selectClassic (standard)Considerable (large)Old Dairy (with own piano)\n\n \n Other room preferences: (please select most important one and we'll try to our best to accommodate)\nPlease selectEnsuiteWalk-in showerBath2nd floor3rd floorI'm easy!\n\n \n Please tell us anything else that you think would be helpful:
URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/keyboard-music-from-the-baroque-with-steven-devine-mixed-ability-2026/
LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Advanced,Intermediate,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend
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SUMMARY:Christmas at Finchcocks with David Hall - Mixed ability
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of Finchcocks during the festive season and escape Christmas craziness with this popular retreat! \nRun by David Hall\, FRCO MA Cantab\, this mixed ability weekend aims to explore Christmas music written or arranged for piano\, accompanied by carols\, mince pies and of course mulled wine! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet your festive party pieces ready for Christmas day… or whenever you’re put on the spot for some Christmas music! Guests can bring any pieces they would especially like to work on\, or might choose from any of the following: \n\nThe Faber Music Christmas Piano Anthology\nTchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite for solo piano\nThe John Rutter Christmas Piano Album\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs well as focussing on Christmas repertoire in performance classes\, a spotlight will also be given to Carols for choirs and Christmas songs you need up your sleeve in our two interactive workshops. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn between the workshop and performance class sessions there will be time for private practice on one of our beautiful grand pianos. During these sessions\, David will give one-to-one lessons on our new Steinway to provide individual pointers and tips… And of course there’s always time for some Christmassy duets with a fellow guest too! \n\n\nOn the Saturday evening\, we’ll enjoy some carols and David will round off the evening with some of his own favourites on the family Bosendorfer. This is the chance to sit back and simply be inspired\, glass of wine in hand by the fireside. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGuests will: \n\nHave the chance to play in and observe two performance masterclasses.\nWill receive a one-to-one lesson with David.\nEnjoy access to play on our 9 grand pianos anytime between 7am and 8pm. (There are enough pianos to go round that everyone can play a piano at any given time.)\nExperience a private concert for course participants in the main hall of the family home\, performed by David.\nJoin and socialise with a group 8 fellow piano enthusiasts during lunch and dinner.\nDine in style with lunches and three course dinners prepared by our fabulous chef.\nExperience the Finchcocks bubble\, hailed as a “paradise for pianists” by BBC Music Magazine and stay in a grade 1 listed country manor.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor some musical\, Christmas magic (and to book)\, please fill in the form below! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Weekend courses\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	from £700 (inclusive of accommodation\, food\, wine and tuition)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Which course date(s) are you interested in?\n \n \n Playing level / experience (required)\n \n \n Room price band:\nPlease selectClassic (standard)Considerable (large)Old Dairy (with own piano)\n\n \n Other room preferences: (please select most important one and we'll try to our best to accommodate)\nPlease selectEnsuiteWalk-in showerBath2nd floor3rd floorI'm easy!\n\n \n Please tell us anything else that you think would be helpful:
URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/christmas-at-finchcocks-2026/
CATEGORIES:Advanced,Intermediate,Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Weekend,Mixed ability,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend
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SUMMARY:Retreat weekend with Beatrice Nicholas - mixed ability
DESCRIPTION:Fancy a UK based\, luxury weekend away in a grade-1 listed country manor\, surrounded by grand pianos? \nOur Piano Retreat is designed for anyone who just wants a weekend away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It would suit those who want a bit of time away to practise\, or to fall in love with playing the piano again. It would also be an ideal kickstart to a New Year’s resolution! \nThere are no formal group sessions\, no performances and no stress! The weekend is open to pianists of all levels. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring the course of the weekend\, there will be time for private practice on one of our beautiful grand pianos. And for those who would like\, our tutor will give one-to-one lessons on our new Steinway to provide individual pointers and tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis January we welcome back concert pianist\, composer and arranger Beatrice Nicholas. Beatrice is a fantastic pianist\, with a warm\, encouraging approach to teaching – and a wealth of knowledge to back it up! \nBeatrice will be on hand for two optional one-to-one lessons over the course of the weekend. Both Saturday and Sunday will also begin with an optional group session on warm ups\, practice tips and a Q&A. You may however plan to structure your weekend differently (with a long lie-in and breakfast in bed!). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn the Saturday night\, Beatrice will perform a private recital of her current repertoire for retreat guests\, which is an opportunity to relax and be inspired with a glass of wine in the magical setting of the main hall of Finchcocks. \n\n\nWe have one grand piano available for every guest in our vaulted cellars\, including our new Steinway. Piano conversation will flow freely over coffee and home made biscuits and cakes in between bouts of practice! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe piano retreat is arranged around food. There’s no strict timetable or deadlines (although you can see a past schedule here). Guests are free to play anytime they like between 7am and 8pm\, rest when they need – or explore the beautiful Kentish countryside. \n\n\nDuring the course of their stay guests will: \n\nEnjoy access to play on our 9 grand pianos anytime between 7am and 8pm. (There are enough pianos to go round that everyone can play a piano at any given time.)\nBe able to book in two one-to-one lessons with our tutor.\nExperience a private recital for retreat guests in the main hall of the family home\, performed by our tutor.\nJoin and socialise with a group 8 fellow piano enthusiasts during lunch and dinner.\nDine in style with lunches and three course dinners prepared by our fabulous chef.\nExperience the Finchcocks bubble\, hailed as a “paradise for pianists” by BBC Music Magazine and stay in a grade 1 listed country manor.\nBe able to explore the Kentish countryside and local attractions should they wish a trip out.\n\nPlus ones are very welcome on our courses\, with a room surcharge dependant on whether they are a playing or non-playing guest. Please ask for further details. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis promises to be one of most relaxed and enjoyable weekend courses. If it sounds of interest\, please drop Porgramme Director Jenny a line\, using the contact form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Which course date(s) are you interested in?\n \n \n Playing level / experience (required)\n \n \n Room price band:\nPlease selectClassic (standard)Considerable (large)Old Dairy (with own piano)\n\n \n Other room preferences: (please select most important one and we'll try to our best to accommodate)\nPlease selectEnsuiteWalk-in showerBath2nd floor3rd floorI'm easy!\n\n \n Please tell us anything else that you think would be helpful:\n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Weekend courses\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	from £720 (inclusive of accommodation\, food\, wine and tuition)
URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/retreat-weekend-with-beatrice-nicholas-mixed-ability-2027/
CATEGORIES:Advanced,Intermediate,Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Weekend,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend
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SUMMARY:3-day Strictly Piano course with David Hall - Upper Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:Strictly Piano: Bringing dance to your playing!\nMissing your weekly dose of sequins\, sambas and score paddles? \nJoin us for a toe-tapping exploration of dance-inspired piano music\, from graceful Baroque dances to the fiery Argentinian tango. Along the way\, you’ll discover how rhythm\, metre and character shape great performances\, and learn to capture the unique style and spirit of each dance in your own playing. \nDesigned for (Upper) Intermediate pianists around grades 5-7 playing level\, this course is led by Finchcocks Music Director David Hall. Unlike a certain Strictly judge\, David combines expert insight with an encouraging\, flexible teaching style – helping every participant develop confidence\, musicality and flair. \nCome ready to learn\, listen\, play – and perhaps even feel like dancing! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring your stay\, David will cover the following topics in his interactive workshops: \n\n1.Breaking It Down: Adding Character\, Energy and Movement?\nWhat do we really mean by “character” in music? In this session\, David unpacks the essential ingredients that create energy and forward motion in your playing. Through dynamics\, articulation\, and a solid connection to bass line and rhythm\, you’ll discover practical ways to make your music more expressive and alive.\n2. Baroque Dance Suites\nStep into the refined world of Baroque dance suites and discover how metre and texture create elegance\, contrast and flow. We’ll explore key dances through listening and practical examples\, helping you bring stylistic clarity and character to your playing.\n3. Ballroom Dances\nFrom waltzes to tangos\, explore defining characteristics of ballroom dances. Through interactive listening and hands-on musical examples\, you’ll build confidence in identifying style and shaping more authentic performances.\n\n\nPreparation\nPlease prepare two movements from a Baroque dance suite – for example\, an Allemande\, Courante\, Sarabande or Gigue – and one contemporary piece based you might see a famous politician or TV presenter attempt to stomp their way through. This could include a waltz\, tango\, samba\, or any other dance-inspired piece in a modern or jazz-influenced style. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfternoons are spent in an informal performance class where guests play to each other in an encouraging “open-lesson” format – learning from each others’ challenges and gaining performance experience along the way. \nThere will also be time for private practice on one of our beautiful grand pianos. And for those who would like\, our tutor will give one-to-one lessons on our new Steinway to provide individual pointers and tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnd on the Saturday night\, David will perform a private salon concert for retreat guests – an opportunity to relax and be inspired with a glass of wine in the magical setting of the main hall of Finchcocks! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring the course of their stay guests will: \n\nEnjoy access to play on our 9 grand pianos anytime between 7am and 8pm. (There are enough pianos to go round that everyone can play a piano at any given time.)\nEnjoy a one-to-one lesson with our tutor.\nExperience a private recital for retreat guests in the main hall of the family home\, performed by our tutor.\nJoin and socialise with a group 8 fellow piano enthusiasts during lunch and dinner.\nDine in style with lunches and three course dinners prepared by our fabulous chef.\nExperience the Finchcocks bubble\, hailed as a “paradise for pianists” by BBC Music Magazine and stay in a grade 1 listed country manor.\nBe able to explore the Kentish countryside and local attractions should they wish a trip out.\n\nPlus ones are very welcome on our courses\, with a room surcharge dependant on whether they are a playing or non-playing guest. Please ask for further details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStarting at 10am on the Friday\, this extended stay gives (Upper) Intermediate pianists chance to really absorb and embed new tips and strategies into their playing. If it sounds of interest\, please drop Jenny a line using the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Which course date(s) are you interested in?\n \n \n Playing level / experience (required)\n \n \n Room price band:\nPlease selectClassic (standard)Considerable (large)Old Dairy (with own piano)\n\n \n Other room preferences: (please select most important one and we'll try to our best to accommodate)\nPlease selectEnsuiteWalk-in showerBath2nd floor3rd floorI'm easy!\n\n \n Please tell us anything else that you think would be helpful:\n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	3-day courses\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	from £925 (inclusive of accommodation\, food\, wine and tuition)
URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/3-day-strictly-piano-course-with-david-hall-upper-intermediate/
CATEGORIES:Intermediate,Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Weekend
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SUMMARY:The Romantic Community weekend with Daniel Grimwood - Upper Intermediate - Advanced - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:The nineteenth century’s great pianist-composers formed a remarkably interconnected musical world. As colleagues\, rivals\, champions and critics\, figures such as Liszt\, Chopin\, Henselt and their contemporaries shaped one another’s artistic development\, exchanging ideas through performance\, teaching\, composition and personal friendship. Drawing on current research\, this course explores some of the relationships\, influences and musical connections that helped define the golden age of piano playing. \nLed by concert pianist and research associate of 19th century piano performance at the University of York\, Daniel Grimwood\, will offer insight into the Romantic Community and its relevance to the modern performer playing romantic repertoire today. \nAs broad the repertoire\, so the ability required to play it! This course suits anyone from Upper Intermediate level through to Diploma+. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoth Satuday and Sunday begin with an interactive workshop\, led by Daniel:\n\n\nWorkshop 1: Clementi\, Kalkbrenner\, Thalberg – Some Methods Explored\nThe nineteenth century inherited a rich tradition of piano pedagogy\, much of it preserved in influential methods and teaching collections. Inspired by his research at the University of York\, Daniel will consider the work of figures such as Clementi\, Kalkbrenner and Thalberg – and to explore aspects of the technical and musical ideals they sought to cultivate and the impact these approaches had on generations of pianists.\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop 2: Henselt and Russia\nAdolf von Henselt was one of the most influential yet overlooked pianist-composers of the nineteenth century. After settling in Russia\, he played a formative role in shaping the Russian piano school\, leaving a legacy that extended through generations of pianists and composers. Having recorded a collection of works in 2016 Daniel will lead an exploration of Henselt’s remarkable influence on Russian musical life\, his distinctive pianistic ideals\, and his place within the evolving tradition that links Chopin to the great Russian composers who followed.\n\n\n\n\n\nAfternoons are spent exploring and enjoying each other’s repertoire\, applying newly gained knowledge during performance classes – as well as some private practice on one of our beautiful grand pianos! During these sessions\, Daniel will give one-to-one lessons on our new Steinway to provide individual pointers and tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“He has all the velocity and firepower\, and then some.” ~ BBC Magazine. \n\nOn Saturday evening\, guests can sit back and relax in the main hall of the family home and enjoy a performance by Steven himself. This is an opportunity to hear an artist regularly featured on BBC Radio 3 perform an exclusive private concert in a relaxed setting. An inspirational treat not to be missed! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGuests will also: \n\nHave the chance to play in and observe two performance masterclasses.\nWill receive a one-to-one lesson with Daniel.\nEnjoy access to play on our 9 grand pianos anytime between 7am and 8pm. (There are enough pianos to go round that everyone can play a piano at any given time.)\nExperience a private accompanied talk for course participants in the main hall of the family home\, performed by Daniel.\nJoin and socialise with a group 8 fellow piano enthusiasts during lunch and dinner.\nDine in style with lunches and three course dinners prepared by our fabulous chef.\nExperience the Finchcocks bubble\, hailed as a “paradise for pianists” by BBC Music Magazine and stay in a grade 1 listed country manor.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Daniel Grimwood\, fast making a name for himself as an original and discriminating musician”  ~ Gramophone \n“Probably the finest all‐round musician I have ever known” – Felix Aprahamian \n\nWith a repertoire ranging from Elizabethan Virginal music to the works of living composers\, Daniel enjoys a solo and chamber career which has taken him around the globe\, performing in many of the most prestigious concert platforms\, including the Wigmore Hall\, Queen Elizabeth Hall and the Purcell Room in London\, Saffron Hall\, Bridgewater Hall in Manchester\, Symphony Hall Birmingham\, the Sage Gateshead\, the Three Choirs Festival\, the Rachmaninoff and Gnessin Halls in Moscow\, the Carnegie Hall in New York\, as well as venues in Germany\, Austria\, Italy\, The Netherlands\, Slovenia\, Estonia\, Taiwan\, Azerbaijan\, Egypt\, Lebanon and Oman. \nHis musical interest started as a 3-year-old playing next door’s piano in Kent\, and by the age of 7 he was performing in front of audiences. His training continued with Graham Fitch at the Purcell School\, where he also studied violin\, viola and composition\, giving him a broad appreciation of classical music\, and later with Vladimir Ovchinnikov and Peter Feuchtwanger. \nDaniel is a passionate about all keyboard instruments old and new\, and has given a recital of Chopin’s Etudes on the composer’s own Pleyel piano. \nHis discs of Liszt and Chopin\, performed on an 1851 Erard piano\, received a unanimous chorus of praise from the press; the Liszt album was Daily Telegraph CD of the week and Editor’s Choice in Gramophone Magazine. He was the first artist to record on the Edition Peters Sounds label\, the complete Fauré Nocturnes album was released to excellent reception in The Sunday Times\, which was followed by a disc of solo piano works by Adolph von Henselt\, described as “a blizzard of dazzling pianism” by the Observer. His most recent release is a disc of Doreen Carwithen and William Alwyn\, also on Edition Peters Sounds\, and his account of the complete Henselt Etudes will be released later this year. \nAs editor Daniel is currently preparing editions of John Field and Adolph von Henselt for Edition Peters. \nDaniel regularly performs on live broadcasts on BBC Radio 3\, and has been featured in BBC Four’s TV documentary series “Revolution and Romance”. \nAway from the piano\, Daniel is a keen runner\, member of Paddock Wood Athletic Club and guardian of Bartok the Hungarian Visla. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor booking enquiries\, please fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Which course date(s) are you interested in?\n \n \n Playing level / experience (required)\n \n \n Room price band:\nPlease selectClassic (standard)Considerable (large)Old Dairy (with own piano)\n\n \n Other room preferences: (please select most important one and we'll try to our best to accommodate)\nPlease selectEnsuiteWalk-in showerBath2nd floor3rd floorI'm easy!\n\n \n Please tell us anything else that you think would be helpful:\n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Weekend courses\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	from £720 (inclusive of accommodation\, food\, wine and tuition)
URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/the-romantic-community-weekend-with-daniel-grimwood/
CATEGORIES:Advanced,Intermediate,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend
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SUMMARY:3-day Feeling at Home at the Piano course with David Hall - Lower Intermediate - WAITING LIST
DESCRIPTION:Feeling at Home at the Piano is designed for Lower Intermediate adult pianists who would like to feel more relaxed\, confident and expressive at the keyboard. \n\n\nOver three days we’ll explore practical ways to develop greater ease in our playing -whether that’s performing for others\, making musical choices\, or simply feeling less tied to the printed page. \n\nAnd we’ll also have plenty of fun! Through a mixture of group workshops\, individual lessons\, informal performances and plenty of time to practise\, we’ll discover approaches that help playing feel more natural\, enjoyable and creative.\nThe course isn’t about perfection. It’s about building confidence\, understanding the music more deeply\, and developing the skills that allow you to play with greater freedom and enjoyment\, whatever repertoire you love.\nOur 3-day course for Lower Intermediate pianists is designed to allow a bit more space to take things at slower pace and in more depth. Aimed at pianists around grades 2-4 playing level\, the course is led by our Music Director and author of There’s more to playing piano David Hall. Guests can expect his signature inspiration alongside an encouraging and flexible teaching style. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring your stay\, David will cover the following topics in his interactive workshops: \nWorkshop 1\nPractice that works!\n\nMany adult pianists feel perfectly capable in the practice room\, only to find that everything changes when someone else is listening\, even their own teacher. In this workshop\, we’ll explore practice techniques that develop security and confidence\, how to recover promptly from slip-ups\, and how to keep our minds focused on the music itself.\nWe’ll also think about what teachers and examiners are actually listening out for in our performance – note accuracy\, yes\, but also rhythm\, shaping\, phrasing and tone-quality.\n\n\nWorkshop 2\nMaking Music: Melody\, Choices & Creativity\nMusic comes alive when we move beyond simply playing the notes. In this interactive workshop we’ll explore phrasing\, shaping melodies\, listening more deeply\, and making thoughtful musical decisions. Through simple creative activities – including experimenting with harmony\, accompaniment patterns and playing by ear – you’ll discover practical ways to become a more expressive and imaginative musician\, whatever style you enjoy.\n\nWorkshop 3\nHarmonic Building Blocks: Chords\, Patterns & Playing by Ear\nUnderstanding a little harmony can transform the way you learn\, remember and enjoy music. This workshop introduces the essential building blocks behind many pieces: simple chords\, common chord progressions  and accompaniment patterns. We’ll explore how these ideas can help you recognise musical patterns\, play by ear\, add simple accompaniments to melodies and feel more confident away from the printed score. No previous theory knowledge is required!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfternoons are spent in an informal performance class where guests play to each other in an encouraging “open-lesson” format – learning from each others’ challenges and gaining performance experience along the way. \nThere will also be time for private practice on one of our beautiful grand pianos. And for those who would like\, our tutor will give one-to-one lessons on our new Steinway to provide individual pointers and tips. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn the Saturday night\, David will perform a private salon concert for retreat guests\, which is an opportunity to relax and be inspired with a glass of wine in the magical setting of the main hall of Finchcocks! \n\n\n\n\nWe have one grand piano available for every guest in our vaulted cellars\, including our new Steinway. Piano conversation will flow freely over coffee and home made biscuits and cakes in between bouts of practice! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring the course of their stay guests will: \n\nEnjoy access to play on our 9 grand pianos anytime between 7am and 8pm. (There are enough pianos to go round that everyone can play a piano at any given time.)\nEnjoy a one-to-one lesson with our tutor.\nExperience a private recital for retreat guests in the main hall of the family home\, performed by our tutor.\nJoin and socialise with a group 8 fellow piano enthusiasts during lunch and dinner.\nDine in style with lunches and three course dinners prepared by our fabulous chef.\nExperience the Finchcocks bubble\, hailed as a “paradise for pianists” by BBC Music Magazine and stay in a grade 1 listed country manor.\nBe able to explore the Kentish countryside and local attractions should they wish a trip out.\n\nPlus ones are very welcome on our courses\, with a room surcharge dependant on whether they are a playing or non-playing guest. Please ask for further details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStarting at 10am on the Friday\, this extended stay gives Lower Intermediate pianists chance to really absorb and embed new tips and strategies into their playing. If it sounds of interest\, please drop Jenny a line using the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Which course date(s) are you interested in?\n \n \n Playing level / experience (required)\n \n \n Room price band:\nPlease selectClassic (standard)Considerable (large)Old Dairy (with own piano)\n\n \n Other room preferences: (please select most important one and we'll try to our best to accommodate)\nPlease selectEnsuiteWalk-in showerBath2nd floor3rd floorI'm easy!\n\n \n Please tell us anything else that you think would be helpful:\n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	3-day courses\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	from £925 (inclusive of accommodation\, food\, wine and tuition)
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CATEGORIES:Intermediate,Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Weekend
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