Our 3-day course for Upper Intermediate pianists is designed to allow a bit more space to take things at slower pace and in more depth. There can be a split camp when it comes to taking exams as part of the learning process, perhaps especially as an adult learner. Some love the focus to work...
This exciting weekend course offers students the chance to explore the rich vein of music not only from Russia per se, but also from the countries that were once part of the Russian Empire or Soviet Union. Their many common features will be shared - in particular the influence of Chopin - but also many...
This thought-provoking course focuses on the strategies that root your musical performances in more confident foundations. We explore and apply a diverse range of psychology-related ideas including ’the flow’; and concepts of body-mechanics from piano, theatre and dance to discuss and experiment with strategies that promote a more natural awareness of how our mind, body,...
Beyond the Notes: Exploring Harmony, Structure & Style is a weekend designed to transform how you hear, understand, and interpret the music you play. Through a mix of hands-on sessions and guided exploration, you'll gain practical tools for decoding harmony, recognising structural patterns, and shaping musical texture with clarity and confidence. Ideal for upper intermediate...
Recognising the Influence of Italian Music: A way to reimagine keyboard works from the Baroque to the Classical Period. Spend a sunny weekend in Italy with Italian and London-based pianist Margherita Torretta, and explore the extraordinary influence of Italian keyboard music in the Baroque and Classical periods. Revitalise your spirits and experience music inspired by...
Invigorate your piano playing and take ownership of your music with this new course, developed by Dr. Michael Low! Through coaching within the performance masterclass/workshop format, popular piano myths such as “the solution to your technical problems can only be solved by practising more exercises” will be debunked, encouraging you to see beyond the narrow...
Upper Intermediate players have the fantastic opportunity to study with the wonderfully inspiring Graham Fitch for five whole days on this summer school! This summer piano retreat offers pianists grade 6 - approaching 8 the chance to fully emerse themselves in all that Finchcocks has to offer. The course aims to provide a luxury break...
Advanced pianists have the amazing opportunity to spend five days learning from and being inspired by the inimitable Florian Mitrea this summer. Below, he describes his plan for the Advanced Summer School 2026 - for advanced pianists beyond grade 8, preparing for - or at - diploma standard, or higher. Our 5-day courses are a...
Our 5-day summer schools are a well established highlight of the Finchcocks calendar. To ensure a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere, priority is given to those who have attended at least one weekend Finchcocks course previously. This 5-day piano retreat for intermediate players offers pianists grades around grades 4 to 6, the chance to fully emerse...
This 5-day piano holiday has proved so popular, we've added two to summer 2026's offering. This is our most relaxed course ever and a pianist's dream Finchcocks stay: a 5-day 5-star Piano Holiday! This extended piano retreat offers the chance to spend mornings at the piano in a 30-minute one-to-one lesson with the wonderful Sam...
This 5-day piano holiday has proved so popular, we've added two to summer 2026's offering. This is our most relaxed course ever and a pianist's dream Finchcocks stay: a 5-day 5-star Piano Holiday! This extended piano retreat offers the chance to spend mornings at the piano in a 30-minute one-to-one lesson with Musical Director David...
Exploring the Romantics invites pianists (intermediate - advanced) to immerse themselves in the expressive world of the 19th Century, a period when the piano became the quintessential instrument of personal and artistic expression. Through a combination of morning workshops, individual tuition, masterclass-style lessons, performance classes, and concerts, participants will explore the ideals and innovations that...
Pianorama - To See or not to See, that is the Question! Pianorama is an opportunity for Upper Intermediate to Advanced players to explore the piano as if for the first time. Finchcocks is delighted to welcome the inimitable Philip Fowke to our teaching team, examining our relationship with the piano and how we practise, play...
Advanced pianists will be thrilled to have the opportunity to spend a weekend Polishing Performance with extremely popular Finchcocks tutor, Florian Mitrea. Below, Florian describes his plan for group sessions, helping guests to clarify, polish and gain performance experience and confidence in works they are preparing. This course is aimed at those beyond grade 8,...
Got the piano skills, but want to learn the language of jazz? Love playing notated jazz, but want to play like a proper jazzer? This course is perfect for Upper Intermediate (classical) players and beyond who want to explore the world of jazz. We are very excited to be welcoming award-winning British jazz pianist, Leeds...
This autumn, we are delighted to welcome back concert pianist, keynote speaker, educator and author of best-selling books The Perfect Wrong Note (2003) and Eros at the Piano (2023) William Westney to Finchcocks. Advanced pianists will have the great priviledge of learning from US-based piano pedagogue, spending five days focussed on confidence and freedom within...
Learn Faster. Play Better. Express More. When 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! Develop core musicianship skills that help you learn repertoire more quickly, with greater accuracy and a deeper sense of musical...
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. During 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...
Come, immerse yourself in the sound world of one of the most significant composers of Western classical music! On this Advanced ability three-day course dedicated to the music of Beethoven, Graham Fitch will guide you in exploring the physical, emotional and intellectual challenges of the great composer's music, paying particular attention to the interpretation of...
21861|https://www.finchcocks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Finchcocks26075-1024x1024.jpg|large Experience the magic of Finchcocks during the festive season and escape Christmas craziness with this popular retreat! Run 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! 28914|https://www.finchcocks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Christmas-wreaths-1-768x1024.jpg|large Get your festive party pieces...
