This course is designed for classically trained pianists (Intermediate – Advanced) who would love to delve into or brush up on their jazz and blues skills! David Hall (FRCO, MA...
International concert pianist, piano teacher, ABRSM examiner and well-loved Finchcocks tutor Florian Mitrea offers a wonderful weekend exploring healthy technique and performance. Guests will gain a deeper understanding of learning...
Fancy a UK based, luxury weekend away in a grade 1 listed country manor, surrounded by grand pianos? Our piano retreat is designed for anyone who just wants a weekend...
Come, emerse yourself in the sound world of one of the most significant composers of Western classical music! In this mixed ability course dedicated to the music of Beethoven, Graham...
It has long been requested - a weekend dedicated to duets (and accompanying!). Aimed at Upper Intermediate - Advanced players, pianists can sign up for the course with an existing duet...
Fancy a UK based, luxury weekend away in a grade 1 listed country manor, surrounded by grand pianos? Our piano retreat is designed for anyone who just wants a weekend...
Many players ascribe problems they are having in their playing to faulty technique, when how they are practising might be the root cause. Since how we practise is actually a...
This 3-day course is designed for people who have made a good start at the piano and got to between grade 2 and grade 4 standard. It's ideal for players...
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...
A course devoted to the most luxurious and indulgent of piano repertoire - Exploring the Romantics! This exciting period spans from mid-Beethoven to Rachmaninov (and beyond) and encapsulates an enormous...
22981|https://finchcocksstg.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Graham-demonstrating-1024x768.jpg|large 2024 offers Advanced pianists three very different 5-day courses to choose from. The first is dedicated especially (but not exclusively) to those preparing for a diploma or special performance,...
15202|https://finchcocksstg.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/IMG_3122-1024x682.jpg|large A weekend devoted to exploring ideas for improvisation at the piano - which, for the busy or practice-challenged pianist - requires no preparation. Improvisation is great fun in any...
Dealing with nerves is something players at every level have to deal with, even advanced players. Perhaps even moreso! During this weekend course, we will compare the difference between playing...
We are thrilled to be welcoming concert pianist, writer, lecturer, teacher and leading authority in Debussy Paul Roberts to lead this 3-day course. Paul Roberts is an exceptional musician, a...
We are thrilled to welcome one of the UK's most successful and prolific music educators and composers, Pam Wedgwood to Finchcocks to lead a course for our Intermediate players! An...
24557|https://www.finchcocks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Dave-at-the-Bosendorfer-1024x683.jpg|large A weekend dedicated to sight-reading which, for the busy or practice-challenged pianist, requires no preparation at all! Why do we always talk about aural tests and sight-reading tests? Finchcocks musical director David...
Playing from memory can be liberating, but it also has its potential pitfalls. Whether you want to strengthen your ability and confidence to perform from memory, or learn your pieces on...
We know advanced pianists will be absolutely delighted to have the opportunity to spend five days learning from and being inspired by the inimitable Florian Mitrea. Below, he describes his...
We thought it was high time our upper intermediate players had the opportunity to study with the wonderful Graham Fitch for five whole days! This summer piano retreat offers pianists...
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...
Our 5-day summer schools sold out in record time this year! So, by popular demand, we've added one more! And this one is different. This is our most relaxed 5-day...
Fancy a UK based, luxury weekend away in a grade 1 listed country manor, surrounded by grand pianos? Our piano retreat is designed for anyone who just wants a weekend...
One of the great musical dynasties, the Bach family arguably produced some of the finest musicians ever. Although the name Bach for most people refers to Johann Sebastian, there were...
Explore the music of four piano greats with a 5-day course dedicated to Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt and Debussy. Do you love playing Chopin, but lack confidence to play Beethoven? Would...
Back by very popular demand, this will be our sixth Chopin weekend here at Finchcocks, this time with incredibly knowledgeable and talented virtuoso UK concert pianist Daniel Grimwood. Chopin’s lyrical...
We've had a lot of interest from Beginner pianists who weren't quite ready for a Lower Intermediate course, but who are very keen to come on a course at Finchcocks!...
Fancy a UK based, luxury weekend away in a grade 1 listed country manor, surrounded by grand pianos? Join us for our extended, 3-day piano retreat! Our piano retreat is...
Come, emerse yourself in the sound world of one of the most significant composers of Western classical music! On this Advanced - Diploma+ ability three-day course dedicated to the music...
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 special retreat! Run by David Hall, FRCO MA Cantab, this mixed ability weekend aims...
Fancy a UK based, luxury weekend away in a grade 1 listed country manor, surrounded by grand pianos? Our piano retreat is designed for anyone who just wants a weekend...
We're really excited to be welcoming piano educator Andrew Eales to lead his first course at Finchcocks and start 2025 off with an interactive dive into his highly acclaimed practice...
Upper intermediate players have a treat in store with three days' learning from the wonderful Florian Mitrea. Immerse yourself in piano heaven packed full of piano lessons, classes and concerts....
Our 3-day course for Lower Intermediate pianists is designed to allow a bit more space to take things at slower pace and in more depth. Led by our Music Director...
Developed by the esteemed 19th century pianist Ignaz Moscheles and pedagogue François-Joseph Fétis, Méthode des Méthodes is one of the most ambitious of the 19th century music methods. The Etudes,...
28112|https://www.finchcocks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Spring-Finchcocks-1024x769.jpg|large 2025 offers Advanced pianists three very different 5-day courses to choose from. The first is dedicated to those preparing for a special performance, providing a concentrated boost for those...
