Over the last few months, we’ve observed how the music world has adapted, taking on a new role – to transport, educate, entertain- providing escapism and relief. Here at Finchcocks, we interview our musicians: concert pianists and teachers, to find out how they’ve adapted… Q&A with Warren Mailley-Smith and Graham Fitch Graham, thanks for taking...
Its our 1st Birthday! We hear from our participants about what made their experience of Finchcocks special this year… 1. Inspiring tutors Our tutors are all professional musicians and teachers, in demand across the UK and abroad. Our esteemed list of tutors includes: Graham Fitch, Melanie Spanswick and David Hall. “David Hall is an...
Tell us a bit about yourself: How did you become a piano tuner and restorer? I started in the piano business at the age of 17. I had moved to London to start work at Danemann piano manufacturers and learned how to make pianos there. I then moved to another well known company called Knight...
Finchcocks launches gift vouchers! Since we launched a few years ago, we’ve had lots of people enquire about booking courses for their nearest and dearest. With Christmas approaching, and some particularly lovely piano courses arranged for next year, we have created a set of gift vouchers available in the amount of your choosing* for any...
Some of our guests ask if they can bring along a partner or non-playing guest. Plus-ones are very welcome! It’s very easy to while away a couple of days enjoying the luxury of our grade I listed stately manor, the grand pianos, grounds, food and wine. However, non-playing guests and partners might like a few...
Ahead of our Rachmaninoff course next month, we chat to Warren Mailley-Smith about why the music of Rachmaninoff still fascinates him Lets start with the basics, what characterises Rachmaninoff’s music? For me its his long melodic lines, his wide and extensive use of the keyboard, the unique physical challenges of playing it, and the intensity...
This coming January, Finchcocks is offering a very special piano retreat for those who want to get away from it all and re-focus on their playing. It is also ideal if you have been considering a course with us but are a bit scared of the idea of playing in front of others! This weekend...
Tell us a little about your role at Finchcocks… I have been working part time at Finchcocks for about 9 months now and absolutely love it. I have two main responsibilities, one of which is administrative, and the other is my shared role with Helen hosting and facilitating our piano courses. I really enjoy marrying...
