Insightful Pianism is a course giving piano players fresh ideas, inspiration and new insights, musical and technical. The positive atmosphere helps everyone to play without fear, to try out the new learning - and to enjoy their playing even more.
STANDARD: SKILFUL
Resident: £572 Non-Resident: £435 (25% off for under 27s) Code: 25/349
Booking for Members opens at 9am on Wednesday 27 November 2024
Non-Member and online booking opens at 9am on Monday 16 December 2024
For details on how to become a Member to take advantage of early booking, see here
What is the course about?
In Heli's popular course, pianists come together to gain new insight into all aspects of their playing. We aim to clarify the musical intentions and then work out, in detail, how to bring them to life. Participants are invited to choose pieces from the given list: own choice pieces are also welcome. Diploma candidates will find their course useful, both for new ideas and for platform experience. A clear timetable will ensure fair time allocation. It will consist of both group sessions and individual tutorials.
What will we cover?
Each group session will involve three or four pianists, working in turn on their chosen pieces. The others are drawn in to discussions arising from the playing, with emphasis in encouragement and positive thinking. Individual sessions allow Heli to help the pianists address specific issues; a special workshop will focus on a piece with particular challenges.
What will we accomplish? By the end of this course you will be able to…
You will come out of this course as a more inspired, more confident and capable – and a more motivated pianist.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Pianists on this course need to be active players at a reasonably advanced level.
How will the course be taught, and will any preparation be required?
The group sessions will involve three or four participants who will work on their chosen pieces; the group will take part in the discussions in a positive, encouraging atmosphere. Short individual tutorials allow Heli to help the pianists with particular issues. A timetable keeps the course running smoothly and ensures fairness of time allocation. Preparation is essential but performances need not be polished - problems are welcome!
Will music be provided in advance of the course?
The list of suggested pieces as well as the own choice piece list will be given in advance but participants are expected to bring their own scores. There is, however, an extensive library at Benslow Music available to course members.
Bring scores for your own pieces, and as many as you like of the other pieces on the list. You will receive a list of own choices so that you can bring the music for those, too. There is a library; you may use your iPad.
Is there anything I need to bring?
As above, your scores!
Tutor biography
Heli Ignatius-Fleet Heli Ignatius-Fleet, ARMCM, Dip Sibelius Academy, Finland has studied the piano extensively: in addition to her Music College studies she has performed in international masterclasses with distinguished pianists. Now resident in Cambridge, Heli is much in demand as teacher, course leader and lecturer. her past performances include appearances on Finnish TV and concerts in various locations in the UK and Finland. She now gives regular performances in Finland.
What previous participants said about this course…
“Heli is very professional: fair in time allotment, quick to spot the key points to address - and charming.”
“Fantastic and inspirational!”
“A friendly environment in which to show where you are with your music, get advice on how to improve, get a little performance experience and meet like-minded people.”
“Heli was excellent as ever.”