BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Finchcocks Piano Courses - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Finchcocks Piano Courses X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.finchcocks.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Finchcocks Piano Courses REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20180325T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20181028T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20190331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20191027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20200329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20201025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220325T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220327T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20210901T070001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T113303Z UID:22915-1648234800-1648395000@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Beethoven weekend with Graham Fitch - intermediate to advanced - sold out DESCRIPTION:Beethoven’s 250th birthday celebrations last year were a bit of a washout\, so we’re keeping the party going!\n\nIn this course dedicated to the music of Beethoven\, Graham Fitch will guide you in exploring the physical\, emotional and intellectual challenges of the music\, paying particular attention to the interpretation of the numerous markings for dynamics and articulation that we find on every page of Beethoven’s music.\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\nOver the course of the weekend\, Graham will devote a workshop to how Beethoven’s style changed throughout the span of his so-called three periods\, ending with a presentation of a selection of his music.\n\nWorkshop titles will include:\n\n\nTechnique & practice: Solving problems in Beethoven’s music\nStyle and interpretation: Bringing Beethoven’s music to life\n\nPlease bring a Beethoven piece (or two) with you to work on in private practice\, performance workshops and masterclasses. You may also like to bring another piece by a different composer of the same era – or otherwise – for variety and comparison!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nIn the evening on Saturday\, Graham will give a walk-through talk and performance of Beethoven’s Op. 90 Sonata in Em\, offering insights into the composer’s style and rich musical artistry\, that will help us understand the underlying emotions found in his music. \n \nThere can be few people in the world more qualified to talk to us about practice techniques than Graham. Author of his blog www.practisingthepiano.com and his own online piano academy\, Graham’s ideas for healthy piano technique and practice tips attract followers from across the world. He will also offer a broader workshops on healthy piano and practice technique to compliment the programme. \n \nIn between the workshop and masterclass sessions there will be time for private practice on one of our beautiful grand pianos including our new Steinway. \nGuests will also: \n\nHave the chance to play in and observe two performance masterclasses.\nReceive a one-to-one lesson with Graham.\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 walk-through performance talk for course participants in the main hall of the family home\, performed by Graham.\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 \nThe course is intended for intermediate to advanced players who are keen to bring their favourite works by Beethoven to life. It might well be that there’s a piece that you’ve been struggling with for years that you would desperately like to perfect\, or equally there might be something you’ve always wanted to play\, but haven’t yet had the chance to really work on. \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact us on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £620 (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 Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Subject\n \n \n Your Message\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/beethoven-weekend-with-graham-fitch-intermediate-to-advanced/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Advanced,Intermediate,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.finchcocks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Graham-Fitch-med.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220311T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220313T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20210901T070026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T120114Z UID:23075-1647025200-1647185400@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Upper Intermediate - Advanced weekend with Florian Mitrea - sold out DESCRIPTION:Our Upper Intermediate – Advanced weekend course is designed for pianists grades 6-8+. Whether you’re a grade 8 player in need of a confidence boost\, a former advanced player who has gotten a little rusty\, or an accomplished upper intermediate player looking for a challenge\, this is the one for you! \nTutor for the weekend is the fantastically talented and inspiring Florian Mitrea. The newest member of the Finchcocks team\, he has settled in quickly – offering students endless energy\, positivity\, encouragement and extensive knowledge on the topic of the day. A multi-award winning international concert pianist\, his playing is truly something to behold. \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\nThe weekend learning begins in earnest first thing on Saturday and is packed with two workshops\, two performance classes\, a one-to-one session and free practice time. \nWeekend workshop titles will include: \n\nLearning to learn\nThe composer’s intentions: do we have a duty to serve them?\n\nPlease bring a piece or two with you that you would like to work on in greater detail. It doesn’t need to be perfect\, but under the fingers well enough to get the most out of Florian’s input! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nIn the evening on Saturday\, Florian will treat the class to a performance of his latest repertoire on the Finchcocks family Bosendorfer. Guests can sit back and a relax after a day’s concentrating\, soaking up the atmosphere in front of the fire in the main hall of Finchcocks with a glass of 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 \nIn between the workshop and masterclass sessions there will be time for private practice on one of our beautiful grand pianos including our new Steinway. \nGuests will also: \n\nHave the chance to play in and observe two performance masterclasses.\nWill receive a one-to-one lesson with Florian.\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 \nIf you’re looking for a luxury piano course for adults\, with top notch tuition and that focuses on creating an encouraging and nurturing atmosphere\, then look no further! Come and be inspired. For booking enquiries\, please contact us on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £620 (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 Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Subject\n \n \n Your Message\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/upper-intermediate-advanced-weekend-with-florian-mitrea/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Advanced,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.finchcocks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Florian-10.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220225T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220227T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20210901T070024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T151730Z UID:23040-1645815600-1645975800@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Improvisation and harmony weekend with David Hall - mixed ability DESCRIPTION:This course\, run by Finchcocks Musical Director David Hall\, is ideal for anybody who wants to develop their keyboard skills of harmonisation\, composition and improvisation in a classical style \nIt is a mixed ability course\, aimed at the intermediate to advanced pianist. Grade 5 theory standard would also be helpful. \n \nRather than the usual performance masterclasses\, guests will take part in four practical and interactive workshops on the following subjects: \n\nIntroduction to harmony\nHow to harmonise a melody\nIntroduction to composition\nImprovisation in a classical style\n\nThere will then be plenty of private practice time in-between to absorb and work on material from each of these sessions\, supported by the wonderfully encouraging\, knowledgeable and insightful David as he circulates giving one-to-one input. \n \nDavid Hall\, author of There’s more to playing the piano… (now stocked by Waterstones) was recently described by the Sunday Times when they joined us on a Finchcocks piano course\, as a “musical powerhouse”. You might have seen some of the videos he created for Finchcocks to help pianists during the UK’s first lockdown. His teaching style is packed full of creative ideas and encouraging – with a gentle with a twist of humour! \nThis is him in action at one of our Saturday evening recitals\, put on for course guests in the main hall of Finchcocks. For our Improvisation and Harmony course\, David will perform some of his favourite piano pieces and help guests to analyse them using the various frameworks discussed during the day. \n \nAlthough the focus of the weekend will be different to the usual performance-based courses we offer\, David will keep workshops practical\, engaging and interactive\, bringing to life – and making accessible – subjects vital to improving musicality. \nDuring the course\, guests are welcome to try out each of our nine grand pianos in the vaulted cellars – to help put into practice what has been discussed in the group sessions. \n \nGuests on this course will: \n\nHave the chance to take part in and observe four group harmony sessions.\nReceive one-to-one input from tutor David during circulation in the free practice sessions.\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 private recital for course guests on Saturday evening in the main hall of Finchcocks.\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 \nFor booking enquiries or to see if this course is suitable for you\, please contact Jenny by filling in the form below or on 01580 428080. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £620 (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\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/improvisation-and-harmony-weekend-with-david-hall-mixed-ability/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Advanced,Intermediate,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.finchcocks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/2019-04-06-Finchcocks-Piano-schoolEd-Ovenden-021-Copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220114T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220116T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20210901T070045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T140256Z UID:22888-1642186800-1642347000@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Piano retreat - mixed ability - sold out DESCRIPTION:Fancy a UK based\, luxury weekend away in a grade 1 listed country manor\, surrounded by 9 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 piano resolution! \nThere are no group sessions\, no performances and no stress! The weekend is open to pianists of all levels. \n \nThe piano retreat is arranged around food. There’s no strict timetable or deadlines. Guests are free to play anytime they like between 7am and 8pm\, rest when they need or explore the beautiful Kentish countryside. \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 half hour 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 \nWe’re incredibly lucky to have secured the services of Warren Mailley-Smith for this retreat. A very popular member of the Finchcocks team and a phenomenal pianist\, his courses alway sell out. In 2016\, Warren became the first British pianist to perform Chopin’s complete works for solo piano from memory at a series of concerts at St John Smith’s Square in London\, a feat which involved memorising 3.5 million notes! \nWarren will be on hand for two optional half hour 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 with breakfast in bed!). \n \nOn Saturday night\, Warren will perform a recital 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 \nThis promises to be one of most relaxed and enjoyable weekend courses. If it sounds of interest\, please drop Jenny a line using the form below\, or give her a ring on 01580 428080. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £620 (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 Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/piano-retreat-mixed-ability/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Advanced,Intermediate,Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Weekend,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.finchcocks.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Goudhurst-bedroom.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211210T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211212T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20200910T120525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T120509Z UID:21404-1639162800-1639323000@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Intermediate weekend with David Hall - sold out DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for people who are now confident in the basics of the piano\, want to deepen learning before trying an Upper Intermediate course or grade\, and who are between or around grades 4 and 6 standard. It’s ideal for players keen to return to the piano after a gap of a few years\, or indeed for anyone practising regularly working up through the grades. \nThis course is being run by David Hall (FRCO\, MA Cantab)\, who is one of our most popular tutors at Finchcocks\, and was recently described by the Sunday Times when they joined us on a Finchcocks piano course\, as a “musical powerhouse”. This is him in action at one of our Saturday evening recitals in the main Hall of Finchcocks. \nTo get a feel for some of the topics and themes covered on the weeks\, as well as David’s teaching style\, you can dip into some of his free Finchcocks Intermediate lessons here. \n \nEach day typically starts with a workshop in the Finchcocks in our vaulted cellars. This allows rapid demonstration and practice of techniques using our nine grand pianos which each have their own glass fronted practice room and surround the main atrium of the cellar. \n \nIn the afternoons\, there is time for private practice on one of our beautiful acoustic grand pianos including our new Steinway. Later in the afternoon\, we convene for a masterclass\, which involves a little bit of (very relaxed) performance in front of your classmates in the recital room. At 7pm we have our pre-dinner talk or recital in the main house\, which is a chance to relax and be inspired with a glass of wine before dinner. \n \nIf you aren’t sure whether this is the right course for you\, or quite what your level is\, please drop Jenny a line using the form below\, or give here a ring on 01580 428080. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £600 (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 Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/intermediate-weekend-with-david-hall-2/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Weekend,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.finchcocks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/2019-04-06-Finchcocks-Piano-schoolEd-Ovenden-023-Copy.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Finchcocks":MAILTO:jenny@finchcocks.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211119T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211121T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20200910T120429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T093248Z UID:21400-1637348400-1637508600@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Chopin weekend with Warren Mailley-Smith - sold out DESCRIPTION:Chopin’s lyrical and elegant Nocturnes and Preludes are firm favourites with our intermediate and advanced players\, and so we’re very excited to announce the return of our very popular first composer-specific weekend. \nWe’re incredibly lucky to have secured the services of Warren Mailley-Smith for this course. In 2016\, Warren became the first British pianist to perform Chopin’s complete works for solo piano from memory at a series of concerts at St John Smith’s Square in London\, a feat which involved memorising 3.5 million notes! \n \nOver the course of the weekend\, Warren will explore and demonstrate both the technical aspects of playing Chopin’s music as well as sessions on how to perform Chopin’s music to the best of our ability. \nHe’ll explain why Chopin sounds like Chopin and show us how Chopin intended us to play his pieces. In the masterclass sessions\, we’ll look at developing phrasing and articulation\, with plenty of tips on performance and how to polish our pieces and make them sound as natural and elegant as possible. \n \nYou can see Warren in action at Finchcocks when he did a recording session with Classic FM recently. \nIn the evening on Saturday\, Warren will give a talk and recital on Chopin\, combining music from various points in his life with a biographical commentary that will help us understand the underlying emotions found in Chopin’s music. \n \nThere can be few people in the world more qualified to talk to us about memorisation\, so Warren will also run a session on techniques for memorising pieces and how it can be useful when learning and developing your repertoire. \nIn between the workshop and masterclass sessions there will be time for private practise on one of our beautiful grand pianos including our new Steinway. During these sessions\, Warren will drop in to each of the practice rooms to provide individual pointers and tips. \n \nThe course is intended for intermediate to advanced players who are keen to bring their favourite works by Chopin to life. It might well be that there’s a prelude that you’ve been struggling with for years that you would desperately like to perfect\, or equally there might be a Waltz that you have always wanted to play\, but haven’t yet had the chance to really work on. Budding Chopin devotees\, this is your moment! \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact us on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £600 (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 Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Subject\n \n \n Your Message\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/chopin-weekend-with-warren-mailley-smith-2/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Advanced,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend ORGANIZER;CN="Finchcocks":MAILTO:jenny@finchcocks.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211029T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211031T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20200910T120405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201106T112212Z UID:21386-1635534000-1635694200@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Applied Theory weekend with David Hall DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for people who would like to brush up on their music theory. \nIt will aim to cover the major topics found in the ABRSM grade 5 theory syllabus. But unlike ploughing through a book on your own\, our tutor – David Hall (FRCO\, MA Cantab) – will show you how music theory can be applied to your everyday playing\, and how it can help you progress more quickly. \nDave will cover harmony\, key signatures\, intervals transposition and the finer details of notation. And he’ll bring it all to life using the the circle of 5ths\, and show you how improvise harmonies and melodies using these same principles. \n \nDavid Hall was recently described by the Sunday Times when they joined us on a Finchcocks piano course\, as a “musical powerhouse”. This is him in action at one of our Saturday evening recitals in the main Hall of Finchcocks. For our Theory Course\, Dave will perform favourite piano pieces and help you to analyse them using the various frameworks discussed during the day. \n \nDuring the course\, guests are welcome to try out each of our nine grand pianos in the vaulted cellars – to help put into practice what has been discussed in the group sessions. \n \nIf you aren’t sure whether this is the right course for you\, or quite what your level is\, please drop Jenny a line using the form below\, or give here a ring on 01580 428080. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £600 (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 Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/applied-theory-weekend-with-david-hall/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Weekend,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211015T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211017T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20200910T092117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T133836Z UID:21393-1634324400-1634484600@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Jazz for Classical Pianists weekend with David Hall - sold out DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for classically trained pianists (intermediate – advanced) who would love to delve into or brush up on their jazz skills! David Hall (FRCO\, MA Cantab) will help you combine solid piano technique\, aural skills and jazz music theory to help you explore a sound world perhaps different to the one you began playing the piano on. \nLearn how to read chord symbols and interpret them to create your jazz performance. Develop your aural and memory skills\, exploring and learning new tunes by ear. Find out about the various styles of jazz and recreate the authentic textures of boogie\, swing\, bop and modern jazz. Develop your improvisation skills… and accompany a jazz singer!\n\n\n\n \nDavid Hall was recently described by the Sunday Times when they joined us on a Finchcocks piano course\, as a “musical powerhouse”. This is him in action at one of our Saturday evening recitals in the main Hall of Finchcocks. \n \nAnd on our open-air stage with host Jennifer Maslin! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring the course\, guests are welcome to try out each of our nine grand pianos in the vaulted cellars – to help put into practice what has been discussed in the group sessions. \n \nIf you aren’t sure whether this is the right course for you\, or quite what your level is\, please drop Jenny a line using the form below\, or give here a ring on 01580 428080. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £600 (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 Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/jazz-for-classical-pianists-weekend-with-david-hall/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Advanced,Lower Intermediate Weekend,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend ORGANIZER;CN="Finchcocks":MAILTO:jenny@finchcocks.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210917T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210919T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20200911T100044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210107T115412Z UID:21383-1631905200-1632065400@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Baroque and Bach with Graham Fitch - sold out DESCRIPTION:Having Graham Fitch on our staff\, it seemed too good an opportunity to miss scheduling a weekend of Baroque and Bach! \nGraham studied harpsichord as a second instrument with Ruth Dyson at the Royal College of Music\, and was runner-up in the intercollegiate harpsichord competition\, The Raymond Russell Prize in 1981. Thereafter he was awarded a Belgian government scholarship to study in Kenneth Gilbert’s classes at the Museum Vleeshuis in Antwerp\, and undertook further postgraduate harpsichord studies with Shirley Mathews at the Peabody Institute. There came a time when Graham had to make the choice between piano and harpsichord\, and the piano won. However\, Graham maintains a lively interest in the harpsichord and in baroque music\, and offers the baroque module for The Piano Teachers’ Course UK. \nThis weekend course at Finchcocks is not designed for specialist harpsichord players\, but for pianists who are keen to discover more about baroque style and to try out their pieces on a harpsichord. The focus for Graham’s course is on aspects of style (Baroque and early Classical styles especially)\, developing performance skills\, including memorisation\, practising towards a performance\, technique and overcoming nerves and anxiety. \nIn advance of the course\, each student is encouraged to practice a few pieces so that\, over the course of the weekend session\, they begin to feel happy performing in front of the group. \nThis course is designed for upper intermediate and advanced pianists. \n \nEach day typically starts with a workshop in the Finchcocks on our Steinway in the recital room. In the afternoons\, there is time for private practice on one of our beautiful acoustic grand pianos and normally there is time for some individual tuition. \n \nLater in the afternoon\, we convene for a masterclass\, which involves a little bit of (very relaxed) performance in front of your classmates. Graham will also provide his top tips on conquering performance nerves and how to prepare your repertoire for a performance. Graham is an authority on efficient and effective practice\, and his three “S”s of practice: slowly\, separately and sections will be explained and demonstrated. \n \nAt 7pm on Saturday we have our pre-dinner talk or recital in the main house\, which is a chance to relax with a glass of wine and be inspired\, before a delicious dinner cooked up by our chef. \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £600 (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 Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/baroque-and-bach-with-graham-fitch/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Advanced,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend ORGANIZER;CN="Finchcocks":MAILTO:jenny@finchcocks.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210802T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210806T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20200910T120337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210703T082155Z UID:21373-1627898400-1628263800@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:5-day Upper Intermediate Summer School with Warren Mailley-Smith DESCRIPTION:This course is being run by Warren Mailley Smith\, who hit the headlines recently for performing the entire works of Chopin from memory in a series of concerts in London. He appears regularly on Radio 3 and Classic FM\, and is one of our most popular tutors at Finchcocks. \n \nThe formal sessions will include a combination of masterclasses that help develop performance skills\, workshops that help develop technique and individual tuition. \nThe workshop sessions will cover practice techniques\, improvisation\, memorisation and how to prepare for performances. Everyone will get the chance to accompany a singer or instrumentalist\, and we’ll also run a few duet sessions. \n \nAs usual\, everyone will have access to their own grand piano for the week including our new Steinway\, and have plenty of time to practice in our vaulted recital rooms. \nWe’ll also have a bit of fun! In addition to a private recital in the hall of the main house or on our new open-air stage (weather permitting!)\, we’ll explore the private gardens at Finchcocks\, experience a local wine tasting\, be able to go for beautiful Kentish countryside walks to Scotney castle and on a trip to the private historic keyboard collection\, owned and run by Richard and Katrina Burnett who used to run the keyboard museum at Finchcocks. \n \nThis course is designed for anyone playing at the upper intermediate / advanced level (with masterclasses split into two groups for the two corresponding levels)\, and will be run over a 5 day period. \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny on 01580 428080 or 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 Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Five day courses from\n\n from £1200 (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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/5-day-upper-intermediate-summer-school-with-warren-mailley-smith/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate week ORGANIZER;CN="Finchcocks":MAILTO:jenny@finchcocks.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210719T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210723T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20200910T120310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210701T115824Z UID:21371-1626688800-1627054200@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:5-day Intermediate Summer School with David Hall - sold out DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for anyone between grade 3 and grade 7\, and will be run over a 5 day period. \nThis course is being run by David Hall (FRCO\, MA Cantab)\, who is one of our most popular tutors at Finchcocks\, and was recently described by the Sunday Times when they joined us on a Finchcocks piano course\, as a “musical powerhouse”. \nDave’s 5 day course is designed to be rounded\, immersive\, inspiring\, and most of all fun. \n \nThe formal sessions will include a combination of masterclasses that help develop performance skills\, workshops that help develop technique and individual tuition. \nThe workshop sessions will cover practice and performance techniques\, accompanying – with a little concert at the end of the day – jazz and improvisation for classical pianists\, as well as more broader input across the week on sightreading\, pedalling and applied harmony. We’ll also run a few duet sessions. \nAs usual\, everyone will have access to their own grand piano for the week including our new Steinway\, and have plenty of time to practice in our vaulted recital rooms. \nWe’ll also have a bit of fun! In addition to a private recital in the hall of the main house or on our open-air stage\, weather permitting\, we’ll explore the private gardens at Finchcocks\, be able to soak up the Kentish countryside with walks to Scotney castle\, experience a local wine tasting and visit the original Finchcocks museum Burnett Collection now homed in Tunbridge Wells. \n \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny on 01580 428080 or 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 Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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 from £1200 (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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/5-day-intermediate-summer-school-with-david-hall/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Week,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate week ORGANIZER;CN="Finchcocks":MAILTO:jenny@finchcocks.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210702T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210704T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20200910T115811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T172413Z UID:21352-1625252400-1625412600@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Beethoven weekend with Graham Fitch - sold out DESCRIPTION:Finchcocks is keen to join in the global celebrations of the 250th anniversary of Beethoven’s birth. In this course dedicated to the music of Beethoven\, Graham Fitch will guide you in exploring the physical\, emotional and intellectual challenges of the music\, paying particular attention to the interpretation of the numerous markings for dynamics and articulation that we find on every page of Beethoven’s music.\n\n\n \nOver the course of the weekend\, Graham will devote a workshop to how Beethoven’s style changed throughout the span of his so-called three periods\, ending with a presentation of a selection of his music.\n\nPlease bring a Beethoven piece (or two) with you to work on in private practice\, performance workshops and masterclasses. You may also like to bring another piece by a different composer of the same era – or otherwise – for variety and comparison!\n\n \nIn the evening on Saturday\, Graham will give a talk and recital on Beethoven\, combining an insight into the composer’s style and rich musical artistry\, that will help us understand the underlying emotions found in his music. \nThere can be few people in the world more qualified to talk to us about practice techniques than Graham. Author of his blog www.practisingthepiano.com and his own online piano academy\, Graham’s ideas for healthy piano technique and practice tips attract followers from across the world. He will also offer a broader workshops on healthy piano and practice technique to compliment the programme. \n \nIn between the workshop and masterclass sessions there will be time for private practice on one of our beautiful grand pianos including our new Steinway. During these sessions\, Graham will drop in to each of the practice rooms to provide individual pointers and tips. \nThe course is intended for intermediate to advanced players who are keen to bring their favourite works by Beethoven to life. It might well be that there’s a piece that you’ve been struggling with for years that you would desperately like to perfect\, or equally there might be something you’ve always wanted to play\, but haven’t yet had the chance to really work on. \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact us on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £600 (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 Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Subject\n \n \n Your Message\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/beethoven-weekend-with-graham-fitch/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Advanced,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend ORGANIZER;CN="Finchcocks":MAILTO:jenny@finchcocks.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210528T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210530T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20200910T120017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210314T184756Z UID:21355-1622228400-1622388600@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Exploring the Impressionists with Warren Mailley-Smith - sold out DESCRIPTION:The piano music of the French impressionists has a special place in the development of any pianist’s repertoire. The music of Debussy\, Satie and Ravel in particular calls for very special control of tone\, texture\, colour and use of pedal. The amazing scope of musical pictures painted by these composers calls for a course dedicated to their music. From Debussy’s evocative Preludes to the vivid brilliance of Ravel’s virtuosic writing\, this course will explore some of the special challenges and characterstics to be found in this wonderful musical period. \nWe’re incredibly lucky to have secured the services of Warren Mailley-Smith for this course. Warren regularly plays the music of impressionistic composers in concerts across the UK\, and his legendary skills of memorisation mean that he has leagues of wisdom to impart to even the most advanced player. This is him in action when he did a recording session at Finchcocks for Classic FM. \n \nOver the course of the weekend\, Warren will explore and demonstrate both the technical aspects of playing music of the Impressionist era as well as sessions on how to perform it to the best of our ability. \nIn the masterclass sessions\, we’ll look at developing phrasing and articulation\, with plenty of tips on performance and how to polish our pieces and make them sound as natural and elegant as possible. \nIn the evening on Saturday\, we are delighted to be welcoming back Erik Satie (played by Alexander Metcalfe) along with Amusia Productions for a magical mystery tour of all things absurd\, in a cinematic and live performance of the biography of Satie’s life and career. Read about its Finchcocks debut here. \n \nThere can be few people in the world more qualified to talk to us about memorisation\, so Warren will also run a session on techniques for memorising pieces and how it can be useful when learning and developing your repertoire. \n \nIn between the workshop and masterclass sessions there will be time for private practise on one of our beautiful grand pianos. During these sessions\, Warren will drop in to each of the practice rooms to provide individual pointers and tips. \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact us on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £600 (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 Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Subject\n \n \n Your Message\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/exploring-the-impressionists-with-warren-mailley-smith/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Advanced,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend ORGANIZER;CN="Finchcocks":MAILTO:jenny@finchcocks.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210521T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210523T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20200910T115928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T150847Z UID:21346-1621623600-1621783800@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Spring retreat weekend with Warren Mailley-Smith - sold out DESCRIPTION:This spring retreat is designed for anyone who just wants a UK-based weekend away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life\, emails and the boredom of 2020s lockdowns. \nGive yourself the gift of some time away to practise and reconnect with your piano playing on this luxury piano retreat: If you made a New Year’s resolution to get better at the piano\, why not take stock of that promise to yourself 4 months into 2021 – at Finchcocks\, with topnotch food\, wine\, 7 other piano enthusiasts and 9 grand pianos\, in the beautiful setting of the Kent countryside? \nThere are no formal group sessions\, no performances and no stress. The course is open to pianists of all levels. \nThis course is being run by Warren Mailley-Smith. \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\nWarren Mailley-Smith will be on hand for two optional half hour 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!). \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\nWarren will also treat guests to a special performance of his latest repertoire on the Saturday evening in the main hall. This is often a highlight of the weekend\, when guests can sit back\, relax and be inspired\, wine in hand and listen to the maestro play on the family Bosendorfer. \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\nA light lunch and three course dinner are served in the manor house dining room by our on-site chef. \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\nBut most importantly on a retreat\, breakfast is delivered to your room! \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 on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £600 (inclusive of accommodation\, tuition and all food and wine)\nundefined \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 Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/spring-retreat-weekend-with-warren-mailley-smith/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend ORGANIZER;CN="Finchcocks":MAILTO:jenny@finchcocks.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201211T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201213T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190812T163812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200915T102219Z UID:18807-1607713200-1607873400@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Intermediate Weekend with Dave Hall - two places left DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for people who have are between grade 4 and grade 6 in standard. It would also suit players who reached a reasonably high standard but haven’t played for a few years\, and indeed players working their way through the grades and playing regularly. \n \nEach day typically starts with a workshop in the Finchcocks recital room. This allows rapid demonstration and practice of techniques using our nine grand pianos including our new Steinway. In the afternoons\, there is time for private practice on one of our beautiful acoustic grand pianos and individual tuition from one of our teachers. In the later afternoon\, we convene for a masterclass\, which involves a little bit of (very relaxed) performance in front of your classmates. \n \nAt 7pm we have our pre-dinner talk or recital in the main house\, which is a chance to relax and be inspired\, before returning to the Coach House for dinner. \nThis course is being run by David Hall (FRCO\, MA Cantab). \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £525 (inc 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\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date: URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/upper-intermediate-weekend-with-dave-hall-just-released/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200918T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200920T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190812T162337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200716T085927Z UID:18798-1600455600-1600615800@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Rachmaninoff weekend with Warren Mailley Smith - two places left DESCRIPTION:Rachmaninoff’s fearsome reputation as a composer\, has sometimes put his repertoire out of reach of the amateur pianist\, but his lyrical late romantic style and mastery of counterpoint make him a firm favourite amongst pianists and listeners alike. \nThe challenging nature of his compositions warrant their own course\, so we’ve organised a weekend course dedicated to his music. \nWe’re incredibly lucky to have secured the services of Warren Mailley-Smith for this course. Warren regularly plays Rachmaninoff in concerts in London\, and his legendary skills of memorisation mean that he has leagues of wisdom to impart to even the most advanced player. This is him in action when he did a recording session at Finchcocks for Classic FM. \n \nOver the course of the weekend\, Warren will explore and demonstrate both the technical aspects of playing Rachmaninoff’s music\, dealing in particular with the physical challenges of playing his music. \nIn the masterclass sessions\, we’ll look at developing phrasing and articulation\, with plenty of tips on performance and how to polish our pieces and make them sound as natural and elegant as possible. \n \nIn the evening on Saturday\, Warren will give a talk and recital on Rachmaninoff\, combining music from various points in his life with a biographical commentary that will help us understand the underlying emotions found in his music. \nThere can be few people in the world more qualified to talk to us about memorisation\, so Warren will also run a session on techniques for memorising pieces and how it can be useful when learning and developing your repertoire. \n \nIn between the workshop and masterclass sessions there will be time for private practise on one of our beautiful grand pianos including our new Steinway. During these sessions\, Warren will drop in to each of the practice rooms to provide individual pointers and tips. \nThe course is intended for intermediate to advanced players who are keen to bring their favourite works by Rachmaninoff to life. It might well be that there’s a piece that you’ve been struggling with for years that you would desperately like to perfect\, or equally there might be something you’ve always wanted to play\, but haven’t yet had the chance to really work on. \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact us on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £525 (inc 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\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Subject\n \n \n Your Message\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/rachmaninoff-weekend-with-warren-mailley-smith-just-released/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Advanced,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200904T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200906T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190812T175123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200807T140415Z UID:18812-1599246000-1599406200@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Piano retreat weekend - private practice\, delicious food and individual tuition - three places left DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for anyone who just wants a weekend away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It would suit anyone who wants a bit of time away to practise or wants to fall in love with playing the piano again! \nIt would also be ideal for anyone one who has made a New Year’s resolution to get better at the piano! \nThere are no group sessions\, no performances and no stress! The course is open to pianists of all levels. \n \nThe course is arranged around food – so there’s no strict timetable or deadlines. Guests are free to play anytime they like between 7am and 8pm\, rest when they like or explore the beautiful Kentish countryside. \n \nOn hand throughout will be Warren Mailley-Smith\, one of our most popular tutors at Finchcocks and the first British pianist to perform Chopin’s complete works for solo piano from memory in a series of 11 recitals at St John’s Smith Square. Warren will be available to ask questions\, and will have time for two private 1:1 sessions for anyone who would like them. \nOn Saturday night\, he’ll also be playing a recital which is an opportunity to relax and be inspired with a glass of wine in the magical setting of the main Hall of Finchcocks\, or outside on our newly built stage if the weather behaves! \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 \nThis promises to be one of our most relaxed and enjoyable courses. If it sounds of interest\, please drop Jenny a line using the form below\, or give her a ring on 01580 428080. Alternatively\, check out Jenny’s blog article about our retreat here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £525 (inc 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\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/piano-retreat-weekend-private-practice-delicious-food-and-individual-tuition-just-released-autumn/ LOCATION:Kent CATEGORIES:Advanced,Beginner,Beginner weekend,Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Weekend,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200821T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200823T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190812T230506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200519T135801Z UID:18817-1598036400-1598196600@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Applied theory weekend with Dave Hall - just released DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for people who would like to brush up on their music theory. \nIt will aim to cover the major topics found in the ABRSM grade 5 theory syllabus. But unlike ploughing through a book on your own\, our tutor – David Hall (FRCO\, MA Cantab) – will show you how music theory can be applied to your everyday playing\, and how it can help you progress more quickly. \nDave will cover harmony\, key signatures\, intervals transposition and the finer details of notation. And he’ll bring it all to life using the the circle of 5ths\, and show you how improvise harmonies and melodies using these same principles. \n \nDavid Hall was recently described by the Sunday Times when they joined us on a Finchcocks piano course\, as a “musical powerhouse”. This is him in action at one of our Saturday evening recitals in the main Hall of Finchcocks. For our Theory Course\, Dave will perform favourite piano pieces and help you to analyse them using the various frameworks discussed during the day. \n \nDuring the course\, guests are welcome to try out each of our nine grand pianos in the vaulted cellars – to help put into practice what has been discussed in the group sessions. \n \nIf you aren’t sure whether this is the right course for you\, or quite what your level is\, please drop Jenny a line using the form below\, or give here a ring on 01580 428080. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £525 (inc 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\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/applied-theory-weekend-with-dave-hall/ LOCATION:Kent CATEGORIES:Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Weekend,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200810T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200814T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20191002T222318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200714T120838Z UID:19058-1597053600-1597419000@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Five day summer course with Warren Mailley Smith - two places left DESCRIPTION:This course is being run by Warren Mailley Smith\, who hit the headlines recently for performing the entire works of Chopin from memory in a series of concerts in London. He appears regularly on Radio 3 and Classic FM\, and is one of our most popular tutors at Finchcocks. \n \nThe formal sessions will include a combination of masterclasses that help develop performance skills\, workshops that help develop technique and individual tuition. \nThe workshop sessions will cover practice techniques\, sight-reading\, memorisation and how to prepare for performances. Everyone will get the chance to accompany a singer or instrumentalist\, and we’ll also run a few duet sessions. \n \nAs usual\, everyone will have access to their own grand piano for the week including our new Steinway\, and have plenty of time to practice in our vaulted recital rooms. \nWe’ll also have a bit of fun. In addition to a private recital in the hall of the main house\, we’ll explore the private gardens at Finchcocks\, go for a local wine tasting\, try out the local Finchcocks beer and a trip to the private  historic keyboard collection\, run by Richard and Katrina Burnett who used to run the keyboard museum at Finchcocks. \n \nThis course is designed for anyone playing at the upper intermediate / advanced level (with masterclasses split into two groups for the two corresponding levels)\, and will be run over a 5 day period. \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny on 01580 428080 or 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 Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Five day courses from\n\n from £1000 (inc 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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/five-day-summer-course-with-warren-mailley-smith-upper-intermediate-just-released/ LOCATION:Kent CATEGORIES:Advanced,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate week END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200720T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200724T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190812T231508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200717T093830Z UID:18824-1595239200-1595604600@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Five day summer course with Dave Hall - Intermediate - one place left DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for anyone between grade 3 and grade 7\, and will be run over a 5 day period. \nThis course is being run by David Hall (FRCO\, MA Cantab)\, who is one of our most popular tutors at Finchcocks\, and was recently described by the Sunday Times when they joined us on a Finchcocks piano course\, as a “musical powerhouse”. \nDave’s 5 day course is designed to be rounded\, immersive\, inspiring\, and most of all fun. \n \nThe formal sessions will include a combination of masterclasses that help develop performance skills\, workshops that help develop technique and individual tuition. \nThe workshop sessions will cover practice techniques\, sight-reading\, pedalling\, improvisation and practical theory. Everyone will get the chance to accompany a singer or instrumentalist\, and we’ll also run a few duet sessions. \nAs usual\, everyone will have access to their own grand piano for the week including our new Steinway\, and have plenty of time to practice in our vaulted recital rooms. \nWe’ll also have a bit of fun. In addition to a private recital in the hall of the main house\, we’ll explore the private gardens at Finchcocks\, go for a local wine tasting\, try out the local Finchcocks beer and have an organ lesson (hands and feet!). \n \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny on 01580 428080 or 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 Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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 from £1000 (inc 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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/five-day-summer-course-with-dave-hall-just-released/ LOCATION:Kent CATEGORIES:Lower intermediate,Upper intermediate END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200710T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200712T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190812T162023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T105837Z UID:18794-1594407600-1594567800@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Chopin weekend with Warren Mailley Smith - one place left DESCRIPTION:Chopin’s lyrical and elegant Nocturnes and Preludes are firm favourites with our intermediate and advanced players\, and so we’re very excited to announce the return of our very popular first composer-specific weekend. \nWe’re incredibly lucky to have secured the services of Warren Mailley-Smith for this course. In 2016\, Warren became the first British pianist to perform Chopin’s complete works for solo piano from memory at a series of concerts at St John Smith’s Square in London\, a feat which involved memorising 3.5 million notes! \n \nOver the course of the weekend\, Warren will explore and demonstrate both the technical aspects of playing Chopin’s music as well as sessions on how to perform Chopin’s music to the best of our ability. \nHe’ll explain why Chopin sounds like Chopin and show us how Chopin intended us to play his pieces. In the masterclass sessions\, we’ll look at developing phrasing and articulation\, with plenty of tips on performance and how to polish our pieces and make them sound as natural and elegant as possible. \n \nYou can see Warren in action at Finchcocks when he did a recording session with Classic FM recently. \nIn the evening on Saturday\, Warren will give a talk and recital on Chopin\, combining music from various points in his life with a biographical commentary that will help us understand the underlying emotions found in Chopin’s music. \nThere can be few people in the world more qualified to talk to us about memorisation\, so Warren will also run a session on techniques for memorising pieces and how it can be useful when learning and developing your repertoire. \nIn between the workshop and masterclass sessions there will be time for private practise on one of our beautiful grand pianos including our new Steinway. During these sessions\, Warren will drop in to each of the practice rooms to provide individual pointers and tips. \n \nThe course is intended for intermediate to advanced players who are keen to bring their favourite works by Chopin to life. It might well be that there’s a prelude that you’ve been struggling with for years that you would desperately like to perfect\, or equally there might be a Waltz that you have always wanted to play\, but haven’t yet had the chance to really work on. Budding Chopin devotees\, this is your moment! \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact us on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £525 (inc 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\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Subject\n \n \n Your Message\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/chopin-weekend-with-warren-mailley-smith/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Advanced,Upper intermediate weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200424T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200426T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190812T160516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T162319Z UID:18782-1587754800-1587915000@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Upper intermediate course with Graham Fitch - sold out DESCRIPTION:UPPER INTERMEDIATE COURSE WITH GRAHAM FITCH \nThe focus for Graham’s course is on developing performance skills\, including memorisation\, practising towards a performance\, aspects of style (of any repertoire you choose to bring)\, technique and overcoming nerves and anxiety. In advance of the course\, each student is encouraged to practice a few pieces so that\, over the course of the weekend session\, they begin to feel happy performing in front of the group. \nThis course is designed for people who have reached a good (grade 5 – 8) standard. \n \nEach day typically starts with a workshop in the Finchcocks on our Steinway in the recital room. In the afternoons\, there is time for private practice on one of our beautiful acoustic grand pianos and normally there is time for some individual tuition. \n \nLater in the afternoon\, we convene for a performance workshop\, which involves a little bit of (very relaxed) performance in front of your classmates. Graham will also provide his top tips on conquering performance nerves and how to prepare your repertoire for a performance. Graham is an authority on efficient and effective practice\, and his three “S”s of practice: slowly\, separately and sections will be explained and demonstrated. \n \nAt 7pm on Saturday we have our pre-dinner talk or recital in the main house\, which is a chance to relax with a glass of wine and be inspired\, before returning to the Coach House for dinner. \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £525 (inc 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\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/upper-intermediate-course-with-graham-fitch-just-released-april-202/ LOCATION:Kent CATEGORIES:Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200207T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200209T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20191007T155250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191202T183030Z UID:19085-1581069600-1581262200@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Music and mindfulness: Piano and yoga with Tom Poster and Elena Urioste - long weekend - intermediate to advanced - three places left DESCRIPTION:Join pianist Tom Poster and violinist Elena Urioste for a three day weekend of mindful practising\, empowering movement\, breathing\, and exploring the spirit of camaraderie within music-making.  \n \nTom and Elena met in 2013 at a recording session for BBC Radio 3 where they were both members of the New Generation Artist scheme\, and have since day one enjoyed a joyful musical collaboration. Both accomplished soloists in the UK and abroad\, Tom and Elena emphasise a collaborative spirit in their concerto and smaller ensemble performances alike\, and feel passionately about encouraging a spirit of equal partnership amongst their students and colleagues. \nOver the course of the weekend\, Tom will guide intimate\, friendly piano masterclasses; teach individual 30-minute lessons and lead a workshop on performance preparation. \n \nElena will offer gentle yoga classes to start and end each day so that the participants can feel more limber\, mindful\, and perhaps more aware of the space within themselves in which to make music. Elena will also co-lead a chamber music workshop\, where she will rehearse sonatas or shorter works with the participants. \n \nOn Saturday evening\, Elena and Tom will perform a recital of some of their favourite works for violin and piano\, including some of Tom’s own arrangements in the main hall at Finchcocks. \nAs is the case for all Finchcocks piano courses\, each participant will have the use of their own personal grand piano for the weekend\, with boutique hotel style accommodation provided in the adjoining grade 2 listed Finchcocks Coach House and lunches and dinner prepared daily by our very own chef using locally sourced ingredients. \n \nThis course would suit intermediate and advanced players\, with plenty of time for private practice or rest and relaxation. \nTom features regularly on BBC Radio 3 and has made multiple appearances at the BBC Proms – his exceptional versatility has put him in great demand at festivals across the world\, both as a performer and tutor. Elena has performed as soloist with major orchestras throughout the United States and the UK\, and is a certified yoga instructor and a co-founder of Intermission\, a program that unites music\, movement\, and mindfulness. \nCourse to include: \n\nintimate\, friendly piano masterclasses\nindividual piano lessons\nmorning and evening yoga sessions with an emphasis on posture\, breathing\, and freedom within music-making\nchamber music class with option to rehearse works for violin and piano\nrecital with Tom Poster and Elena Urioste featuring some of Tom’s own arrangements\ndelicious food\, wonderful wine\, luxurious accommodation and world class tuition!\n\nThe course begins at 10am on Friday and ends at 3.30pm on Sunday. \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Three day course\n\n from £625 (inc 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\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/music-and-mindfulness-piano-and-yoga-with-tom-poster-and-elena-urioste-long-weekend-intermediate-to-advanced/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Advanced,Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Weekend,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200131T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200202T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190812T160330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200120T122946Z UID:18780-1580497200-1580657400@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Upper intermediate course with Graham Fitch - one place left DESCRIPTION:UPPER INTERMEDIATE COURSE WITH GRAHAM FITCH \nThe focus for Graham’s course is on developing performance skills\, including memorisation\, practising towards a performance\, aspects of style (Baroque and Classical styles especially)\, technique and overcoming nerves and anxiety. In advance of the course\, each student is encouraged to practice a few pieces so that\, over the course of the weekend session\, they begin to feel happy performing in front of the group. \nThis course is designed for people who have reached a good (grade 5 – 8) standard. \n \nEach day typically starts with a workshop in the Finchcocks on our Steinway in the recital room. In the afternoons\, there is time for private practice on one of our beautiful acoustic grand pianos and normally there is time for some individual tuition. \n \nLater in the afternoon\, we convene for a masterclass\, which involves a little bit of (very relaxed) performance in front of your classmates. Graham will also provide his top tips on conquering performance nerves and how to prepare your repertoire for a performance. Graham is an authority on efficient and effective practice\, and his three “S”s of practice: slowly\, separately and sections will be explained and demonstrated. \n \nAt 7pm on Saturday we have our pre-dinner talk or recital in the main house\, which is a chance to relax with a glass of wine and be inspired\, before returning to the Coach House for dinner. \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £525 (inc 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\n Your Name (required)\n \n \n Your Email (required)\n \n \n Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/upper-intermediate-course-with-graham-fitch-one-place-left/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200103T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200105T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190812T173415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191109T094145Z UID:18809-1578078000-1578238200@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Piano retreat weekend - private practice\, delicious food and individual tuition - sold out DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for anyone who just wants a weekend away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It would suit anyone who wants a bit of time away to practise or wants to fall in love with playing the piano again! \nIt would also be ideal for anyone one who has made a New Year’s resolution to get better at the piano! \nThere are no group sessions\, no performances and no stress! The course is open to pianists of all levels. \n \nThe course is arranged around food – so there’s no strict timetable or deadlines. Guests are free to play anytime they like between 7am and 8pm\, rest when they like or explore the beautiful Kentish countryside. \n \nOn hand throughout will be David Hall (FRCO\, MA Cantab)\, who is one of our most popular tutors at Finchcocks\, and was recently described by the Sunday Times when they joined us on a Finchcocks piano course\, as a “musical powerhouse”. Dave will be available to ask questions\, and will have time for two private 1:1 sessions for anyone who would like them. \nOn Saturday night\, he’ll also be playing a recital 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 \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 \nThis promises to be one of most relaxed and enjoyable courses\, so if it sounds of interest\, please drop Jenny a line using the form below\, or give here a ring on 01580 428080. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £525\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 Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/piano-retreat-weekend-private-practise-delicious-food-and-individual-tuition-just-released/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Advanced,Lower intermediate,Upper intermediate END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191206T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191208T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190603T124219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191112T184321Z UID:18142-1575658800-1575819000@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Upper Intermediate with Graham Fitch - Sold out DESCRIPTION:UPPER INTERMEDIATE COURSE WITH GRAHAM FITCH \nThe focus for Graham’s course is on developing performance skills\, including memorisation\, practising towards a performance\, aspects of style (Baroque and Classical styles especially)\, technique and overcoming nerves and anxiety. In advance of the course\, each student is encouraged to practice a few pieces so that\, over the course of the weekend session\, they begin to feel happy performing in front of the group. \nThis course is designed for people who have reached a good (grade 5 – 8) standard. \n \nEach day typically starts with a workshop in the Finchcocks on our Steinway in the recital room. In the afternoons\, there is time for private practice on one of our beautiful acoustic grand pianos and normally there is time for some individual tuition. \n \nLater in the afternoon\, we convene for a masterclass\, which involves a little bit of (very relaxed) performance in front of your classmates. Graham will also provide his top tips on conquering performance nerves and how to prepare your repertoire for a performance. Graham is an authority on efficient and effective practice\, and his three “S”s of practice: slowly\, separately and sections will be explained and demonstrated. \n \nAt 7pm on Saturday we have our pre-dinner talk or recital in the main house\, which is a chance to relax with a glass of wine and be inspired\, before returning to the Coach House for dinner. \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £525\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 Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/upper-intermediate-with-graham-fitch/ LOCATION:Kent CATEGORIES:Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191004T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191006T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190603T121339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190812T154832Z UID:18130-1570215600-1570375800@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Intermediate course with Melanie Spanswick - Few places remaining DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for people who are between grade 4 and grade 7 in standard. \nWe’re very lucky to have Melanie Spanswick as our Course Director for this weekend. Melanie is a composer\, performer and writer and has run piano courses throughout Europe\, the USA and the Far East. \n \nMelanie’s sessions will cover some of the key topics that bridge the gap between intermediate and advanced players; exploring physical technique\, developing sight-reading skills and creating a strategy for memorisation. \nPhysical flexibility is an important aspect of piano playing\, and Melanie will be exploring ways of alleviating tension and stiffness whilst developing strong fingers. This will be done via a series of simple but useful exercises\, both at and away from the instrument! \nEach day typically starts with a workshop in the Finchcocks cellars. Techniques are discussed\, demonstrated and developed with everyone encouraged to participate. No preparation is required\, and the exercises will be carefully adapted to the particular experience level of each participant. \n \nShortly afterwards\, we convene for a masterclass in the recital room\, which involves a little bit of (very relaxed) performance in front of your classmates and perhaps a duet or two. \nIn the afternoons\, there is time for private practice on one of our beautiful acoustic grand pianos including our new Steinway and with regular burst of individual supervision from Melanie. \nOn Saturday evening\, we’ll host a recital in main Hall of Finchcocks on the Bosendorfer\, which is a chance to relax and be inspired\, before returning to the Coach House for dinner. \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £525\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 Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/intermediate-course-with-melanie-spanswick-just-released/ LOCATION:Kent CATEGORIES:Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Weekend,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190920T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190922T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190603T111824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190812T154858Z UID:18128-1569006000-1569166200@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Chopin Weekend with Warren Mailley Smith - few places remaining DESCRIPTION:Chopin’s lyrical and elegant Nocturnes and Preludes are firm favourites with our intermediate and advanced players\, and so we’re very excited to announce the return of our very popular first composer-specific weekend. \nWe’re incredibly lucky to have secured the services of Warren Mailley-Smith for this course. In 2016\, Warren became the first British pianist to perform Chopin’s complete works for solo piano from memory at a series of concerts at St John Smith’s Square in London\, a feat which involved memorising 3.5 million notes! \n \nOver the course of the weekend\, Warren will explore and demonstrate both the technical aspects of playing Chopin’s music as well as sessions on how to perform Chopin’s music to the best of our ability. \nHe’ll explain why Chopin sounds like Chopin and show us how Chopin intended us to play his pieces. In the masterclass sessions\, we’ll look at developing phrasing and articulation\, with plenty of tips on performance and how to polish our pieces and make them sound as natural and elegant as possible. \n \nYou can see Warren in action at Finchcocks when he did a recording session with Classic FM recently. \nIn the evening on Saturday\, Warren will give a talk and recital on Chopin\, combining music from various points in his life with a biographical commentary that will help us understand the underlying emotions found in Chopin’s music. \nThere can be few people in the world more qualified to talk to us about memorisation\, so Warren will also run a session on techniques for memorising pieces and how it can be useful when learning and developing your repertoire. \nIn between the workshop and masterclass sessions there will be time for private practise on one of our beautiful grand pianos including our new Steinway. During these sessions\, Warren will drop in to each of the practice rooms to provide individual pointers and tips. \n \nThe course is intended for intermediate to advanced players who are keen to bring their favourite works by Chopin to life. It might well be that there’s a prelude that you’ve been struggling with for years that you would desperately like to perfect\, or equally there might be a Waltz that you have always wanted to play\, but haven’t yet had the chance to really work on. Budding Chopin devotees\, this is your moment! \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact us on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £525\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 Subject\n \n \n Your Message\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/chopin-weekend-with-warren-mailley-smith-just-released/ LOCATION:Kent CATEGORIES:Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate weekend END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190726T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190728T153000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190130T235209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190603T132838Z UID:16593-1564167600-1564327800@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:Upper intermediate course with Dave Hall - ONE PLACE REMAINING DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for people who have are between grade 4 and grade 7 in standard. It would also suit players who reached a reasonably high standard but haven’t played for a few years\, and indeed players working their way through the grades and playing regularly. \n \nEach day typically starts with a workshop in the Finchcocks recital room. This allows rapid demonstration and practice of techniques using our nine grand pianos including our new Steinway. In the afternoons\, there is time for private practice on one of our beautiful acoustic grand pianos and individual tuition from one of our teachers. In the later afternoon\, we convene for a masterclass\, which involves a little bit of (very relaxed) performance in front of your classmates. At 7pm we have our pre-dinner talk or recital in the main house\, which is a chance to relax and be inspired\, before returning to the Coach House for dinner. \nThis course is being run by David Hall (FRCO\, MA Cantab). \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny on 01580 428080 or fill in the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Weekend courses\n\n from £475\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 Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/upper-intermediate-course-with-dave-hall-july19/ LOCATION:Kent CATEGORIES:Upper intermediate END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190722T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190726T160000 DTSTAMP:20260504T084623 CREATED:20190225T235450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190708T092639Z UID:16848-1563791400-1564156800@www.finchcocks.com SUMMARY:FIVE DAY SUMMER SCHOOL FOR INTERMEDIATE PIANISTS WITH DAVE HALL - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for anyone between grade 3 and grade 7\, and will be run over a 5 day period. \nThis course is being run by David Hall (FRCO\, MA Cantab)\, who is one of our most popular tutors at Finchcocks\, and was recently described by the Sunday Times when they joined us on a Finchcocks piano course\, as a “musical powerhouse”. \nDave’s 5 day course is designed to be rounded\, immersive\, inspiring\, and most of all fun. \n \nThe formal sessions will include a combination of masterclasses that help develop performance skills\, workshops that help develop technique and individual tuition. \nThe workshop sessions will cover practice techniques\, sight-reading\, pedalling\, improvisation and practical theory. Everyone will get the chance to accompany a singer or instrumentalist\, and we’ll also run a few duet sessions. \nAs usual\, everyone will have access to their own grand piano for the week including our new Steinway\, and have plenty of time to practice in our vaulted recital rooms. \nWe’ll also have a bit of fun. In addition to a private recital in the hall of the main house\, we’ll explore the private gardens at Finchcocks\, go for a local wine tasting\, try out the local Finchcocks beer\, have an organ lesson (hands and feet!) and walk through the hop fields to an incredible country pub for dinner. \n \nFor booking enquiries\, please contact Jenny on 01580 428080 or 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 Please tell us which course are you interested in\, your room preference(s) and a little bit about your playing experience to date:\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 from £850\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... URL:https://www.finchcocks.com/availability/five-day-summer-school-for-intermediate-pianists-with-dave-hall-just-released/ LOCATION:Finchcocks\, Finchcocks\, Goudhurst\, Kent\, TN17 1HH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Lower intermediate,Lower Intermediate Week,Upper intermediate,Upper intermediate week END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR