Piano Summer School - Residential
St Mary's Music School is running a residential Piano Summer School, from 4th to 9th August, and is open to enthusiastic pianists age 13-19 who are at Grade 6 and above.
About Piano Summer School - Residential
Sunday 4th August to Friday 9th August
This residential course takes place in the heart of Edinburgh during the world-famous Edinburgh International Festival and is open to enthusiastic pianists age 13-19 who are at Grade 6 and above. Led by an experienced team of St Mary’s Music School staff, this intensive course includes one-to-one teaching, workshops, performance classes, duo work, yoga and individual sessions in Alexander Technique, participation in a final public performance and evening trips to Edinburgh International Festival concerts. Full board and accommodation in twin en-suite rooms is included.
Price £750 all inclusive.
Financial support may be available.
The programme
The Piano Summer School offers a comprehensive and broad-ranging residential programme aimed at talented pianists who wish to expand their horizons and playing capability. This intensive course is designed to give a holistic introduction to the musical, mental and physical skills needed to grow as a pianist. It is suitable for those who aspire to study at conservatoire, university and professional level as well as those who simply wish to hone their skills in an atmosphere which is fun, supportive and encouraging. Places are limited to ensure individual focus and dedicated support.
The course programme includes:
One-to-one lessons
Collaborative work
Daily group workshops
Practice supervision
Unlimited practice facilities
Participation in final public performance
Individual tuition in Alexander Technique
Relaxation/mindfulness/yoga
Evening trips to Edinburgh International Festival Concert performances
Cost
• Applicants can choose to come as a residential student or as a day student. The cost of the Piano Summer School is £750 per pupil for a residential place. This is fully inclusive of food, accommodation and access to all facilities of the School. There are no hidden extras.
• Day places cost £550 per pupil, to include lunch and access to all facilties of the School.
• Financial assistance may be available to support attendance. To enquire about fee assistance please contact the Bursar, Dr JoAnna Collings on 0131 538 7766 or email bursar@st-marys-music-school.co.uk
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