*Registration for the Piano Course has now closed*
Introducing Bach for Pianists!
How to Decipher His Keyboard Scores for the Modern Pianist
Friday 28th February – Sunday 2nd March 2025
The Purcell School’s Piano Department will be running a captivating three-day piano course exploring the timeless works of J.S. Bach, tailored for the modern pianist.
Led by renowned pianists and Bach experts Colin Booth and Steven Devine, this course delves into the intricacies of interpreting Bach’s keyboard scores, offering invaluable insights for pianists at all levels.
*25.02.25: Please note, the Course Programme listed below has been updated*
Course Programme:
Friday 28th February 2025
NMC, Recital Room
10.40-11.40 An introduction to Bach – context, instruments and deciphering his scores for pianists
11.40-12.40 Partita no.1 in B flat Major, BWV 825 (i., ii., iii., iv., v., vi.)
13.40-15.40 Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I
16.00-18.00 Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I
18.30-20.00 Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I
CP Hall
13.40-15.40 Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II
16.00-18.00 Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II
18.30-19.30 Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II
Saturday 1st March 2025
Recital Room
09.40-12.40 Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I
13.40-15.40 Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I
16.00-18.00 Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I
CP Hall
09.40-12.40 Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II
13.40-15.40 Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II
16.00-18.00 Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II
Sunday 2nd March 2025
Recital Room
10.40-12.40 Clavichord and Harpsichord Workshop: ‘An introduction to Bach on the instruments he knew – a chance to try them out!’
CP Hall
15.30 Concert 1: Partita no.1 in B flat Major, BWV 825
Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I
18.30 Concert 2: Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II
