Chetham s International Summer School & Festival

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1 Chetham s International Summer School & Festival for Pianists Artistic Director: Murray McLachlan Administrator: Kathryn Page Featuring the 4th Manchester International Concerto Competition for Young Pianists Part One: Wednesday 14 Tuesday 20 August 2013 Faculty: Elena Ashkenazy, Simon Bottomley, Hilary Coates, Justas Dvarionas, Christopher Elton, Hazel Fanning, Douglas Finch, Philip Fowke, Benjamin Frith, John Gough, Carlo Grante, Harry Harris, Joan Havill, Anthony Hewitt, David Horne, Leslie Howard, Nikki Iles, Marianne Jacobs, Jan Kadlubiski, Marta Karbownicka, Matthias Kirschnereit, Murray McLachlan, Noriko Ogawa, Emma-Ruth Richards, Penelope Roskell, Tom Scott, Philip Smith, Einar Steen-Nøkleberg, Hilary Suckling, Charlotte Turner, Malcolm Wilson, Natsugar Yontararak. Part Two: Tuesday 20 Monday 26 August 2013 Faculty: Joseph Banowetz, Steve Berry, Susan Bettaney, Graham Caskie, Philippe Cassard, Alton Chan, Les Chisnall, David Dolan, Peter Donohoe, Hazel Fanning, José Feghali, Julian Gorus, Eugen Indjic, Helen Krizos, Peter Lawson, Murray McLachlan, John McLeod, Jonathan Middleton, Bryce Morrison, Margaret Murray McLeod, Elena Nalimova, John Perry, Artur Pizarro, Jonathan Plowright, Emma-Ruth Richards, Graham Scott, Christopher Stokes, Masayuki Tayama, Marie-Louise Taylor, Vladimir Tropp, Yoriko Wakabayashi, Sam Wong, Jeremy Young. Daily concerts Lectures Adult workshops Jazz, composition, improvisation & young pianists courses Duets Organ Harpsichord Intensive one-to-one coaching The Friendliest Piano Summer School in the World! Chetham's School of Music, Long Millgate, Manchester M3 1SB T: +44 (0) E: info@pianosummerschool.com

2 Chetham s School of Music Chetham s is an exciting, contemporary Music School, offering a dynamic music programme to complement its cosmopolitan city location. With 290 students, aged 8 18, Chetham s is the largest Music School in the UK, and is the only Music School based in the North of England. What matters at Chets is talent, not background or ability to pay the School prides itself on accessibility, with 90% of students receiving financial support through the government s Music & Dance scheme. Over the years Chetham s has educated many outstanding pianists who have gone on to have international careers. Past students include Peter Donohoe, Wayne Marshall, Stephen Hough, Gwilym Simcock, Leon McCawley, Anna Markland (winner: BBC Young Musician), Jill Crossland, Sarah Nicholls, Paul Lewis, Timothy Horton, Graham Scott, Jonathan Scott, Robert Markham (Finalist: Tchaikovsky International Competition), and Ashley Wass (Finalist: Leeds International Competition). The quality of the teaching is first-rate The International Summer School & Festival This year marks the thirteenth year of the piano course at Chetham s, described by Piano Magazine as a Pianist s Paradise and the Manchester Evening News as a remarkable new event featuring a galaxy of star names, which has attracted large audiences from all over the world. Piano Magazine wrote that the seven- day programme of individual coaching, lectures and concerts could not have failed to satisfy even the most gluttonous and insatiable of piano enthusiasts. My new spiritual home! A wealth of international celebrities will join the Chetham s faculty for the thirteenth course, offering inspirational teaching and world class recitals. Along with the piano course, there are additional courses in improvisation, jazz, piano duets, composition (beginners and more advanced) and a young pianists course. The ever popular adult amateur course returns for both weeks. In 2012 a new course for harpsichord was established - this makes a welcome return on Part One, and the now firmly established organ course remains on Part Two.

3 With a faculty of over 60 distinguished tutors, six recital halls (with model D and B Steinways), over 100 practice rooms, on-site accommodation and meals, Chetham s has proved time and time again to be an outstanding course, a universal haven for everyone who loves the piano. The course is further enhanced with a new state-of-the-art building which was used for the first time in The practice facilities and teaching rooms are of exceptional standard together with four new exciting recital spaces. The course schedule of evening recitals and lectures again promises to be entertaining and thought-provoking, providing a balance and contrast to the one-to-one tuition which will take place during the morning and afternoon sessions each day. I now cannot imagine a summer without going to Chets! All accommodation is within the school. The atmosphere is made unique by the fact that faculty and participants dine and socialise together enabling everyone to feel very welcome so much so that there are many regulars who come every year. truly inspired Participants on the piano course will be assigned a personal teacher/s for the duration of the course. They will receive individual one to-one lessons totalling three hours, spread out over the five days of teaching, and will be part of a class of between four eight students. In addition, every teacher will give up to three one-hour workshop classes. These will include opportunities for performance and group discussions. There will also be opportunities to play in one or more of the student recitals which take place every day. enormously beneficial and inspirational Additional courses It is possible to study on several different courses during the summer school. Every course provides three hours of individual lessons and up to three one-hour workshop classes with the teacher. It is also possible to have less than the full three hours of lessons on any given course. Please tick the number of hours required on the application form if you do not wish to have all three hours. The improvisation course offers the opportunity to develop extemporising skills under the guidance of some of the world s leading authorities on keyboard improvisation - Douglas Finch and Harry Harris (Part One), Steve Berry and David Dolan (Part Two). The composition course is always very popular and this year we welcome some very distinguished composers to the faculty, including David Horne and Emma-Ruth Richards (Part One), and John McLeod and Emma-Ruth Richards (Part Two). Participants who have never studied composition or who have limited experience please tick the box for Beginner composition. Students may also study jazz piano with internationally acclaimed performers Nikki Iles and Harry Harris (Part One), and Steve Berry and Les Chisnall (Part Two). There will be intense individual study, workshops and opportunities for performance during the week.

4 very pleasant and friendly, positive atmosphere. The Adult Amateur course has proved very popular with enthusiastic pianists. All standards are welcome from approximately grade 5 to post grade 8. This all-encompassing course is united by everyone s love of the piano and the desire to be in a group of like-minded, supportive individuals. The daily workshops incorporate all levels of playing and everyone is encouraging and positive, regardless of the standard of repertoire. The intense individual lessons are complemented by the workshops and the opportunity to play in a small room reserved for this course in the evenings. encouraged to pursue my goals with renewed vigour. Organ Course First introduced in 2008, this popular course will be led by Christopher Stokes who was appointed Organist & Master of the Choristers of Manchester Cathedral in Christopher is head of Organ Studies at Chetham s School of Music. For participants with experience of playing organ, three hours of lessons, alongside workshops and opportunities to play in the glorious Manchester Cathedral make this a stimulating, inspirational course. If you are a beginner and would like to have a one-hour lesson, please tick the box for one-hour trial organ lesson on the application form. Do book early as space is very limited. Harpsichord Course This exciting new course was introduced in 2012 and will be led again by Charlotte Turner, who is on the faculty at Chetham s School of Music. The school houses several excellent harpsichords including a magnificent one made by Andrew Garlick. The course includes three hours of individual lessons and workshops. Both experienced players and novices are welcome to apply. If you would like to book just a one-hour trial lesson, please tick the box on the application form. Piano Duet Course This course gives the opportunity to study the wonderful repertoire for four hands in detail during three hours of lessons. Many of the faculty have great experience in this area and will offer thought provoking and practical help in perfecting the challenges unique to duettists. Applications are welcome from pre-formed duos only. the highlight of my year Young Pianists Course Now firmly established, this course is aimed at the younger pianist, of grade 5 or below. Regular workshops with other young pianists of a similar ability covering issues such as scales, sight reading, technical studies and aural will be scheduled. In addition to three hours of one-to-one tuition, there will be opportunities to play in student recitals. It is possible for enthusiastic but less experienced pianists to come on the course for a shorter time. Lessons are arranged to benefit each individual and if required, it is possible to attend and have intense study for just one day. Please contact the administrator for further details. Extra individual lessons It is possible to book extra lessons on one or more courses, simply by ticking the box on the application form. With such an inspiring faculty under one roof, many will want to take the opportunity for additional lessons.

5 Please indicate your preference on the application form. NB: no more than six hours may be booked on any one course. great boost to my selfconfidence Pastoral Care The care of the younger participants on the course is very well catered for, under the guidance of Liz Dewhurst, summer school Youth coordinator, on hand to help all under-18 s settle in and make friends. A team of house parents who are CRB cleared and have first aid training all help to make the course run smoothly. There are always many younger participants and in the words of one rather shy teenager, I m so glad I plucked up courage to come I just can t believe how incredibly friendly everyone is. Please make sure everyone knows that you will be made very welcome. See you next year! Once again we are thrilled to offer the opportunity to study Alexander lessons both group and individual and Eurythmics at a small additional cost. Early booking advised. We are delighted to offer the opportunity to experience An Introduction to tai chi on several mornings during Part One. Pianist and teacher Philip Smith is an experienced tai chi practitioner and he will gently guide you through this health-enhancing exercise. These sessions are free and no need to book just turn up and enjoy! Additionally there will be opportunities to visit the historic library at Chetham s. As all the tuition on the summer school is open to observers, participants may listen to lessons from as many other tutors on the course as they wish. amazing and rewarding event! Professional recordings of student performances We are delighted to be able to continue recording participant concerts with Farsight Records. A professionally produced CD recording is available for anyone who wishes to take up this exciting service. Please note that this facility is on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants wishing to take advantage of this should tick the appropriate box on the application form. I learned more in those 5 days than I have in the past year 4th Manchester International Concerto Competition for Young Pianists The 4th competition is once again fully integrated into the Chetham s International Summer School and Festival for Pianists. Anyone aged under 23 on 1 August 2013 is eligible to enter, provided they enrol as a participant on the Chetham s Summer School. All accepted participants will be heard in live auditions. Although there is one age category, there are special prizes for participants under the age of 17. If you wish to enter the competition please complete the relevant section of the application form. Prizes: First Prize: 1,000 Second Prize: 500 Third Prize: 300 Semi-finalists will receive prizes of 100 each In addition there are special prizes, to be awarded at the jury s discretion,

6 of 500, 300 and 200 for the best performances from candidates aged 16 or under. There are also prizes of encouragement ( 60 each), awarded at the discretion of the jury to promising performers who are unsuccessful in reaching the semi-final stage. The winner of the competition will be offered a series of engagements and the opportunity to record a recital for CD. All finalists will be offered full scholarships to attend the 2014 Chetham s International Summer School and Festival for Pianists. In addition, it is hoped that there will be recital opportunities for the remaining finalists and also for some of the semi- finalists. Positive feedback and encouragement for all participants remains at the forefront of the event, where the emphasis has always been on inspiration, motivation and educational stimulus. It almost goes without saying that the discipline involved in preparing a complete piano concerto to a high standard is invaluable in itself. Therefore those pianists who fail to be selected for the semi-final need not feel too disappointed. As part of the encouraging policy of the competition, advice and feedback is always available to all pianists who enter. Repertoire for competition (playing from memory is compulsory): A complete performance of one of the following works: J.S. Bach: Concerto in D minor J.S. Bach: Concerto in F minor Beethoven: Concerto No. 1 in C major, op.15 Beethoven: Concerto No. 2 in B flat, op.19 Beethoven: Concerto No. 3 in C minor, op.37 Beethoven: Concerto No. 4 in G major, op.58 Beethoven: Concerto No. 5 in E flat, op.73 Chopin: Concerto No. 1 in E minor, op.11 Chopin: Concerto No. 2 in F minor, op.21 Haydn: Concerto in D major Haydn: Concerto in G major Mendelssohn: Concerto No. 1 in G minor, op.25 Mendelssohn: Concerto No. 2 in D minor, op.40 Mozart: One of the following Concertos - No. 9 in E flat, K271; No. 12, 13, 14, inclusive Saint-Saëns: Concerto No. 2 in G minor, op.22 Schumann: Concerto in A minor, op.54 Preliminary Round: Excerpts of each concerto lasting up to 15 minutes will be heard by the panel on 15 and 16 August. Official accompanists will be provided. A maximum of 12 performers will be selected for the semi-final stage. Semi-final Round: A maximum of twelve participants will be invited to perform their chosen concertos on 18 August at Chetham s School of Music accompanied on a second piano. Final Round: A maximum of three participants will be invited to perform their chosen concertos from the semi-final round with Manchester Camerata, conducted by Stephen Threlfall, on 19 August 2013 at the Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, University of Manchester.

7 Application for Chetham s International Summer School & Festival for Pianists 2013 Please note: Absolutely no applications can be accepted without payment of the deposit. Your details Name: Please supply a small, named photograph. Date of birth (Under 18s only): Address: Postcode: Telephone: Mobile: (for under 18s please provide the address of responsible adult): Special dietary/medical needs: I wish to enrol on the (please tick): Part One (14 20 August) Piano Course Young Pianists Course Adult Amateur Course Piano Duet Course Composition Course Beginner Composition Course Jazz Course Improvisation Course Harpsichord Course Trial Harpsichord lesson (one hour only) Observer Part Two (20-26 August) I wish to participate in the Manchester International Concerto Competition (Part One only) Piano Course Young Pianists Course Adult Amateur Course Piano Duet Course Composition Course Beginner Composition Course Jazz Course Improvisation Course Organ Course Trial Organ lesson (one hour only) Observer Please tick the box if you are happy to receive future correspondence and invoices via .

8 4th Manchester International Concerto Competition for Young Pianists Age as at 1 August 2013 Chosen concerto from the list I wish to use the official accompanist All participants on the piano course can list up to four teachers, in alphabetical order, with whom they are interested in studying. We will do our best to accommodate your preferences Current teacher (if applicable): (For participants only. Please ask your teacher to provide a signed recommendation on a separate sheet.) Musical Curriculum Vitae (Use separate sheet if you prefer): List of main repertoire studied in last 12 months: Applicants for Scholarships: Please attach 2 references from musicians of standing, evidence of financial circumstances and include a recording of your playing with this application, as well as a non-refundable deposit of 200. I confirm that all of the above information is correct. Signature: Date: Name:

9 Please tick the boxes below for practice time during the course. NB: Only those requesting practice facilities will be allocated practice time. I require practice facilities for: 1 hour per day 2 hrs 3 hrs 4 hrs Please tick the boxes below if you wish to perform in a concert during the course (this is for concerts in the main recital halls only). NB: There will be other, informal workshop performance opportunities to smaller audiences available during the course. I wish to play in a concert for: 5 minutes 10 mins 15 mins 20 mins 25 mins 30 mins 60 mins Please tick the appropriate boxes below if you wish to participate in Alexander technique class ( 7) 1 extra hour tuition...course ( 50) Alexander individual lesson ( 23) 2 extra hours tuition...course ( 95) Dalcroze Eurythmics ( 7) 3 extra hours tuition...course ( 145) (Please indicate the course/s on which you would like extra lessons) CD recording (please indicate below): up to 20 mins ( 25) up to 30 mins ( 35) up to 40 mins ( 45) Please tick the appropriate boxes below if you wish to reserve a car parking space during the week ( 5 per day): Wed 14 Thur 15 Fri 16 Sat 17 Sun 18 Mon 19 Tue 20 Wed 21 Thur 22 Fri 23 Sat 24 Sun 25 Mon 26

10 Fees: please indicate your category below - tick as appropriate: Part One Part Two Participant (including full board, all ages) Special Offer - Book both parts for just 1075 Participant on the Concerto Competition 655 Participant Piano Duet course (pre-formed duos only) Participant (without food & accommodation, over 18) Participant (without food & accommodation, under 18) Observer (including full board) Daily observer with lunch and dinner Weekly observer (without food & accommodation) I enclose a non- refundable deposit of 200 Participants may enrol for more than one course on payment of an additional 145 for each extra course. NB: An additional deposit of 50 is required for each extra course. Participants on the Concerto Competition only I also enclose: Proof of age: a photocopy of my birth certificate or passport Two passport photographs (please tick) (please tick) Payment method: Online - It is possible to pay securely online through the website: Cheque - Please make payable to Chetham s School of Music. Bookings open on 10 January Please return this form with your deposit before 8 June 2013 (please note this is a much earlier closing date than in previous years) to: Chetham s International Summer School & Festival for Pianists Chetham s School of Music Long Millgate, Manchester M3 1SB, UK T: +44 (0) E: info@pianosummerschool.com NB If the course is full on receipt of an application, a full refund of the deposit will be given.

11 Enrolment Manchester is a vibrant city and a centre of excellence for the arts and for music in particular. Participants on the course can either choose to stay on site at Chetham s, with full board and accom modation, or be non resident. NB Any participant wishing to take a shorter residential course will need to find accommodation outside of the school. Details of hotels are available on request. Details of teachers, lesson times and concerts will be given at Registration. Trained residential staff will provide pastoral care throughout the course for all minors, under the guidance of the Youth Co-ordinator. All parents can make contact throughout the week if the need arises. All participants at the Summer School are most welcome to bring their families and friends along as observers (see spe cial rates). Because the faculty and facilities at Chetham s are so large, it is possible for the Summer School to accommodate a wide ability and age range. However, a minimum standard equivalent to distinction Grade 5 ABRSM and a minimum age of 10 would normally be expected for the piano course. Participants who wish to enrol on the Young Pianists Course should be approximately grade 3 5 and have a real passion for the piano and music. Children under the age of 11 are welcome to be residential on the course, if accompanied by an adult. Above all, the emphasis of the Chetham s International Summer School and Festival for Pianists is on stimulating and encouraging everyone who partici pates in the course, whether as an active participant or as an observer. To enrol please complete the pull -out form found in the middle of this brochure and send it along with your deposit to: Chetham s International Summer School & Festival for Pianists Chetham s School of Music Long Millgate Manchester M3 1SB Deadline for applications: Saturday 8 June 2013 NB this is a much earlier closing date than in previous years. Please apply early to avoid disappointment. A limited number of summer school scholarships are available to students in financial need. Anyone who wishes to also enter the concerto competition may also apply for a scholarship. Please send a CD/DVD recording, two references from musicians of standing and evidence of financial circumstances. Hilary Suckling such an enriching and exciting experience

12 Daily Teaching Schedule 9am-11am Teaching Session 1 11am-11.30am Coffee 11.30am- 1.30pm Teaching Session pm- 2.15pm Lunch 2.30pm-4.30pm Teaching Session 3 Emma-Ruth Richards Concert, Lecture & Workshop Programme NB This programme is subject to change. Thursday 14 Sunday 25 August inclusive 11.30am 1.30pm 5pm-6pm Workshops in teachers rooms Lectures by faculty members PART ONE Wednesday 14 August The concerts were brilliant as always 3.45pm-6pm 7.30pm 9.30pm 9.30pm Registration Welcome and Opening Recital by Murray McLachlan Welcome reception for adult participants in Dining Hall Welcome reception for under-18s in New College House Thursday 15 August 9am 5pm 7pm 8.30pm First round 4th Manchester International Concerto Competition for Young Pianists Recital by Einar Steen-Nøkleberg Recital by Noriko Ogawa Late-night recital by summer school participants Friday 16 August 9am 5pm 7pm 8.30pm First round 4th Manchester International Concerto Competition for Young Pianists Recital by Carlo Grante Recital by Matthias Kirschnereit Late-night recital by summer school participants

13 Saturday 17 August 7pm Recital by summer school participants 8.30pm Recital by Philip Fowke Late-night jazz with Harry Harris Sunday 18 August I can t thank you enough to be honest. It was glorious - I have learnt so much. 9am 5pm 7pm 8.30pm Semi-finals 4th Manchester International Concerto Competition for Young Pianists Recital by Robert Finlay and Thomas Yu, winners of the 2012 Amateur Piano Competition, in association with Yamaha and Pianist magazine Recital by Leslie Howard Late-night recital by summer school participants Monday 19 August 4.45pm 7.30pm Recital by summer school participants Finals of the 4th Manchester International Concerto Competition for Young Pianists. NB: This concert will be held at Manchester University. a unique musical, educational and social experience, to an enormous range of people Joseph Banowetz

14 Luba Zuk Tuesday 20 August 9am-11am Final recitals by summer school participants Coffee and end of Part One PART TWO Tuesday 20 August The atmosphere is incredibly friendly. I am already looking forward to next year's Summer School 3.45pm-6pm 7.30pm 9pm 10.15pm 10.15pm Registration Welcome and Opening Recital by Murray McLachlan Recital by Philippe Cassard Welcome reception for adult participants in Dining Hall Welcome reception for under-18s in New College House Wednesday 21 August 7pm 8.30pm Recital by Jonathan Plowright Recital by Eugen Indjic Late-night recital by summer school participants

15 Thursday 22 August the best five 6.45pm Recital by Graham Caskie days of my life! NB early start time Brahms op.116, 117, 118 and pm Recital by José Feghali Late-night recital by summer school participants Friday 23 August 7pm 8.30pm THE END OF TIME - a unique project, matching drama and music: a one-act play, A Walk Through the End of Time by Jessica Duchen, explores the astonishing history of Messiaen s Quatuor pour la fin du temps and is presented before a performance of the complete Quartet. Recital of Messiaen s Quatour pour la fin du temps with Kathryn Page Late-night recital by summer school participants Saturday 24 August 7pm 8.30pm Recital by summer school participants Recital by Artur Pizarro Late-night recital by Steve Berry and Les Chisnall Sunday 25 August 7pm 8.30pm Recital by summer school participants Recital by Peter Donohoe Summer school cabaret with faculty and participants Monday 26 August Eleanor Wong 9am-11am Final recitals by summer school participants Coffee and end of Part Two quality and dedication of the faculty is extraordinary I ve witnessed dedication and passion from all types of pianists, young and old. They re there to improve their skills and understanding, and in such a supportive environment, that s exactly what happens. (Editor Erica Worth, Pianist magazine)

16 4th Manchester International Concerto Competition for Young Pianists Rules: 1. The Competition is open to pianists of any nationality who are under 23 years of age August 2013 is the date used for determining the age of participants in the competition. 3. Competitors will be required to perform works from the repertoire list. No other works will be accepted. 4. Candidates may only perform one concerto in the competition. Multiple entries from the same candidate will not be accepted. 5. Competitors who are not ready to perform when called upon to do so may be disqualified. 6. The decisions of the jury are final. Any competitor who makes an attempt, or on whose behalf an attempt is made, to communicate with an adjudicator may be disqualified. 7. Rights in any Competition performance, recordings or films belong to the Competition and no fee is payable to any competitor on account of these performances or any recordings or broadcasts of them. 8. Concert dress is required for participation in both semi-final and final stages. 9. Official accompanists will be available for the first and semi-final rounds, though competitors may choose to perform with their own accompanists. Entrance fee: A non-returnable entrance fee of 60 (sixty pounds sterling) must be submitted with all application forms. Online payments are available at Cheques must be made payable to Chetham s School of Music. Closing date: Saturday 8 June 2013 with the following enclosures: 1. Two passport photographs of the applicant. As these photographs may be used for press and programme reproduction, it is important that they are not pinned or stapled to the application form. Please write your name lightly on the back. 2. Proof of age: a photocopy of the applicant s birth certificate or passport must be enclosed as evidence of date of birth. 3. Entry fee of 60 (cheques should be payable to Chetham s School of Music )