Piano technique retraining for prevention and recovery
March 16th, 4pm GMT
Penelope will be speaking on Piano technique retraining for prevention and recovery at the US Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) conference.
Courses, News & Events
London courses and Online events
The courses below are organised and run by Penelope Roskell. Learn more about types of courses and where they are held on the 'Tuition' page.
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New! Four-day Online course for Piano Teachers on teaching piano technique
This is an intensive practical course for piano teachers wishing to receive more in-depth training in how to use Penelope’s approach to technique in your teaching practice.Read more info -
Three-day Advanced London Piano Course - CANCELLED
CANCELLED Taking place over three days, this advanced course focuses on repertoire, technique, and healthy piano playing...Read more & Book -
Developing Strong Technical Foundations
A workshop on technique, suitable for all pianists, from beginners to advanced, as well as teachers.Read more
Outside London Courses
The courses below are organised by other venues. Please contact them directly for enquiries and bookings.
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From Healthy Technique to Natural Artistry at Finchcocks
This 3-day course for advanced pianists will include workshops, masterclasses, an evening recital and provide time to explore the grounds and the idyllic scenery of the Finchcocks estate.Read more & Book
2020 Presto Music Awards win
I am thrilled to announce that my book, The Complete Pianist, has won the Presto Music Award for Best New Publication 2020! Do also check out the other great music products (including recordings, opera, jazz etc) that have won awards – perhaps some useful ideas for Christmas presents?
The Complete Pianist Review: Piano Magazine USA
Penelope Roskell has created an encyclopedic masterpiece of pianistic wisdom, based on a fruitful performing and teaching career, and fueled by her quest for a healthy, injury-free approach to the piano.
Developing Strong Technical Foundations
Saturday November 21st 1.30pm - 5pm (GMT) / Online
This workshop is suitable for all pianists, from beginners to advanced, as well as teachers. I will be showing you the fundamental movements which form the basis of healthy, effortless, expressive technique.
EPTA Netherlands interview with Penelope
Paul Weeren from EPTA Netherlands interviewed Penelope Roskell on healthy piano technique and her new book, The Complete Pianist.
It is really a joy for me to have this interview with you about your work, and especially also about the book that you have written and has just had published – The Complete Pianist: from healthy technique to natural artistry. It is a wonderful book
Penelope Roskell Speaking & Teaching Engagements
A comprehensive list of all speaking and teaching engagements for Penelope Roskell are listed here.
Concert and launch of “The Complete Pianist”
Sunday 7th June 7pm - 8pm
My recital and book launch, due to take place at Sutton House on Sunday June 7th at 7pm will now take place online, and I very much hope you will be able to join me.
Update on workshop on piano technique, 28th June
My workshop on piano technique on June 28th is now oversubscribed. Further dates will be added, please check the website as they come up.
Q&A session on The Complete Pianist
I had pleasure of being hosted on Ieva Dubova’s Q&A session in which we discussed many aspects of piano playing and my new book, The Complete Pianist. Here is a recording of the session below.
Rave reviews coming in for The Complete Pianist
This is an extraordinary, universal book that covers virtually everything to do with healthy piano playing, technique and development in less than 600 pages.