Kent International Pianoforte Courses 2020
Proudly present a series of classes, performances, prizes, a masterclass and a final concert in the historic setting of Tonbridge School over three days during the Lent half-term break. Find out more about KIPC...
20-22 February 2020. Tonbridge, Kent
World class teaching. Inspiring location
Supported by Steinway & Sons
Madeleine Brown to give Steinway Hall recital
Sunday 10th November 3pm, Steinway Hall
Winner of the KIPC 2018 Steinway Hall recital prize, Madeleine Brown, with performing the newly refurbished Steinway Hall.
Programme
Bach - Prelude & Fugue in G# minor, bk 1, BWV 863
Beethoven - Sonata in C op. 2 no. 3
Chopin - Ballade no. 3 in A flat major, op. 47
Ravel - Jeux d'eau
Chopin - Etude in C minor op. 25 no 12
If you would like to attend please contact David Widdicombe at Steinway Hall on 020 7487 3391.
London Mozart Players and KIPC revive The Mozart Memorial Prize
On Friday 1st November 2019 Concerto Prize winner Jinah Shim performed Mozart Piano Concerto K. 467 in a delightful all-Mozart programme with the fabulous London Mozart Players conducted by Howard Shelley at
Tonbridge School. It was a memorable occasion in front of a large and appreciative audience.
Why attend?
If you are a keen pianist of any standard wishing to share learning, informal and formal performances, small group classes and a festival, then you will enjoy the courses.
If you are a conservatoire student there are opportunities to win recital and concerto prizes, as well as take part in masterclasses with leading pianists.
After more than 25 successful years, most participants return the next year; the youngest enjoy the fun of the occasion; the most experienced the skilled tuition, the expert masterclasses and the further opportunities offered.
Prizes
Class prizes
Concerto Prize with London Mozart Players
Recital Prizes including recital engagements
Peter Donohoe to give celebrity masterclass at KIPC 2020
Please click on Masterclasses to read Peter Donohoe's full biography.
Noriko Ogawa to be guest tutor
We are delighted that the internationally renowned pianist and broadcaster, Noriko Ogawa, has agreed to return to join the tutorial team this year. We very much look forward to her invaluable insights in the classes on the first day.
Early bird discount
Register and pay in full before 2nd December to receive a £30 discount on all course fees.
Click on the 2019 Course Timetable below to see the likely format of the courses.
Please note that the precise timetable will be published once all course members are registered and tutors have been booked. Please use last year's timetable as an approximate guide.
Courses
Our courses cater for any age and are offered in these categories:
Intermediate for pianists ABRSM grades 1 to 5
Senior for grades 6 to 8
Advanced for those beyond Grade 8