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If you play piano at around grade 6 standard, join one of these workshops to develop your playing by studying a wide range of piano repertoire, with focus on technique, textural awareness, practice and performance skills. Break week 29th October 2025.
Learning modes and locations may be different depending on the course start date. Please check the location of your chosen course and read our guide to learning modes and locations to help you choose the right course for you.
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Acquire a more solid technique and explore a wider repertoire at approximately grade 6 standard. Emphasis will be given to improving legato playing, quality of tone, tonal balance between hands as well as between voices in one hand. A regular practise routine is essential to develop at this level.
*There may be other classes at this same level taught by different tutors: please check the drop-down menu for other course dates/times
**If you are unsure which course is best for you, please contact the music department (music@citylit.ac.uk) where our teachers will help you select a class at the right level.
What will we cover?
Repertoire will include pieces and of studies at an approximate grade 6 standard (directed by the tutor)
- You may also include a piece of your own choice in agreement with your tutor.
- Technical problems, style, and performance skills will be discussed.
- Scales: all major scales from level 5 plus Aflat and Dflat and A, B, C, D, E, F, and G minors (harmonic & melodic, 3 octaves, hands together)
- Arpeggios in the same keys (2 octaves, hands together).
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Perform contrasting hand movements with a variety of articulation.
- Make informed pedalling decisions
- Decipher ornaments and implement them smoothly
- Maintain the same pulse with a change of note value
- Recognise sequences
- Be able to voice chords
- demonstrate your understanding of texture.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
For this workshop you must be ready to study repertoire at a grade 6 standard.
You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
- All courses use Google Classroom to share materials and messages, including any homework tasks.
- Classes are taught through tutor explanation and demonstration, and playing/listening workshop style.
- Sessions may also include aural skills, musicianship and theoretical study where applicable.
- A regular practice routine is essential to progress on this course.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Students should have access to a piano (acoustic or digital) for practice between classes and budget approximately £15 per term for scores. Music may be purchased new or second-hand. Suitable scores may also be available from IMSLP
To see the repertoire and any required music books you will need to bring to this course please refer to our list as follows: City lit piano repertoire books [external website].
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 7, or you may repeat this course to gain more experience.
Please note: we may have multiple courses at different times throughout the week.
City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. If you are new to City Lit piano
classes, please take a moment to read our Piano Department page,
href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit " target="_blank"> Piano at City Lit which
lists our full sequence of piano classes.
Yekaterina Lebedeva is a concert pianist and professor of piano at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance and at the Royal College of Music Junior Department. She graduated from the Kiev Tchaikovsky Conservatoire with Distinction in 1993. Soon after, she moved to London to establish a European base from which to develop her solo career further. In March 1998 she made a debut in the Purcell Room, invited to play as part of the Southbank Centre Young Musicians' Platform FRESH. Since then she has appeared regularly at the Southbank Centre and abroad, performing in important concert halls of Germany, France, India, Russia and the Middle East. Her students have won many international prizes as well as regularly perform at Wigmore Hall and broadcast on BBC radio 3, and two of her students were Lang Lang award winners and have played in the Royal Festival Hall at the “Lang Lang Inspires” concert and follow-up concerts. Yekaterina is the founder of Musical Odyssey Masterclasses held each summer in Greece.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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If you are unsure which course is best for you, please come to an <a href=" http://www.citylit.ac.uk/music-auditions-and-advice " target="_blank"> advice session</a> and bring a piece to play. Our teachers will help you select a class at the right level. <br />
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This is a live online course. You will need:<br />
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.<br />
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone if you don't have a computer.<br />
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.<br />
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*There may be other classes at this same level taught by different tutors: please check the drop-down menu for other course dates/times<br />
**If you are unsure which course is best for you, please contact the music department (music@citylit.ac.uk) where our teachers will help you select a class at the right level.If you play piano at around grade 6 standard, join one of these workshops to develop your playing by studying a wide range of piano repertoire, with focus on technique, textural awareness, practice and performance skills. Break week 29th October 2025.Repertoire will include pieces and of studies at an approximate grade 6 standard (directed by the tutor)<br />
- You may also include a piece of your own choice in agreement with your tutor. <br />
- Technical problems, style, and performance skills will be discussed.<br />
- Scales: all major scales from level 5 plus Aflat and Dflat and A, B, C, D, E, F, and G minors (harmonic & melodic, 3 octaves, hands together)<br />
- Arpeggios in the same keys (2 octaves, hands together).- Perform contrasting hand movements with a variety of articulation.<br />
- Make informed pedalling decisions<br />
- Decipher ornaments and implement them smoothly<br />
- Maintain the same pulse with a change of note value<br />
- Recognise sequences<br />
- Be able to voice chords<br />
- demonstrate your understanding of texture.For this workshop you must be ready to study repertoire at a grade 6 standard. <br />
You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.- All courses use Google Classroom to share materials and messages, including any homework tasks.<br />
- Classes are taught through tutor explanation and demonstration, and playing/listening workshop style.<br />
- Sessions may also include aural skills, musicianship and theoretical study where applicable.<br />
- A regular practice routine is essential to progress on this course.Students should have access to a piano (acoustic or digital) for practice between classes and budget approximately £15 per term for scores. Music may be purchased new or second-hand. Suitable scores may also be available from <a href=" http://imslp.org/ " target="_blank"rel="noopener noreferrer"> IMSLP</a><br />
To see the repertoire and any required music books you will need to bring to this course please refer to our list as follows: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?usp=sharing"target="_blank"rel="noopener noreferrer">City lit piano repertoire books</a> [external website].This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 7, or you may repeat this course to gain more experience.<br />
<br />
Please note: we may have multiple courses at different times throughout the week. <br />
City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. If you are new to City Lit piano <br />
classes, please take a moment to read our Piano Department page, <a <br />
href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit " target="_blank"> Piano at City Lit </a> which <br />
lists our full sequence of piano classes.virtual2669724Piano: workshop 6279279https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/p/i/piano-workshop-6-1024_29.jpgInStockDaytimeThuKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-01-15T00:00:00+00:00AdvancedJan 2026Performing artsME250B279279Piano: workshop 6223195279Yekaterina Lebedevapiano-workshop-6/me250b-2526If you play piano at around grade 6 standard, join one of these workshops to develop your playing by studying a wide range of piano repertoire, with focus on technique, textural awareness, practice and performance skills. Break week 18th February 2026.0000-Available|2026-01-15 00:00:00Acquire a more solid technique and explore a wider repertoire at approximately grade 6 standard. Emphasis will be given to improving legato playing, quality of tone, tonal balance between hands as well as between voices in one hand. A regular practise routine is essential to develop at this level.<br />
*There may be other classes at this same level taught by different tutors: please check the drop-down menu for other course dates/times<br />
**If you are unsure which course is best for you, please contact the music department (music@citylit.ac.uk) where our teachers will help you select a class at the right level.If you play piano at around grade 6 standard, join one of these workshops to develop your playing by studying a wide range of piano repertoire, with focus on technique, textural awareness, practice and performance skills. Break week 18th February 2026.Repertoire will include pieces and of studies at an approximate grade 6 standard (directed by the tutor)<br />
- You may also include a piece of your own choice in agreement with your tutor. <br />
- Technical problems, style, and performance skills will be discussed.<br />
- Scales: all major scales from level 5 plus Aflat and Dflat and A, B, C, D, E, F, and G minors (harmonic & melodic, 3 octaves, hands together)<br />
- Arpeggios in the same keys (2 octaves, hands together).- Perform contrasting hand movements with a variety of articulation.<br />
- Make informed pedalling decisions<br />
- Decipher ornaments and implement them smoothly<br />
- Maintain the same pulse with a change of note value<br />
- Recognise sequences<br />
- Be able to voice chords<br />
- demonstrate your understanding of texture.For this workshop you must be ready to study repertoire at a grade 6 standard. <br />
You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.- All courses use Google Classroom to share materials and messages, including any homework tasks.<br />
- Classes are taught through tutor explanation and demonstration, and playing/listening workshop style.<br />
- Sessions may also include aural skills, musicianship and theoretical study where applicable.<br />
- A regular practice routine is essential to progress on this course.Students should have access to a piano (acoustic or digital) for practice between classes and budget approximately £15 per term for scores. Music may be purchased new or second-hand. Suitable scores may also be available from <a href=" http://imslp.org/ " target="_blank"rel="noopener noreferrer"> IMSLP</a><br />
To see the repertoire and any required music books you will need to bring to this course please refer to our list as follows: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?usp=sharing"target="_blank"rel="noopener noreferrer">City lit piano repertoire books </a> [external website].This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 7, or you may repeat this course to gain more experience.<br />
<br />
Please note: we may have multiple courses at different times throughout the week. <br />
City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. If you are new to City Lit piano <br />
classes, please take a moment to read our Piano Department page, <a <br />
href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit " target="_blank"> Piano at City Lit </a> which <br />
lists our full sequence of piano classes.virtual2669727Piano: workshop 6279279https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/p/i/piano-workshop-6-1024_30.jpgInStockDaytimeThuKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-04-23T00:00:00+00:00AdvancedApr 2026Performing artsME250C279279Piano: workshop 6223195279Yekaterina Lebedevapiano-workshop-6/me250c-2526If you play piano at around grade 6 standard, join one of these workshops to develop your playing by studying a wide range of piano repertoire, with focus on technique, textural awareness, practice and performance skills. Break week 27th May 2026.0000-Available|2026-04-23 00:00:00Acquire a more solid technique and explore a wider repertoire at approximately grade 6 standard. Emphasis will be given to improving legato playing, quality of tone, tonal balance between hands as well as between voices in one hand. A regular practise routine is essential to develop at this level.<br />
*There may be other classes at this same level taught by different tutors: please check the drop-down menu for other course dates/times<br />
**If you are unsure which course is best for you, please contact the music department (music@citylit.ac.uk) where our teachers will help you select a class at the right level.If you play piano at around grade 6 standard, join one of these workshops to develop your playing by studying a wide range of piano repertoire, with focus on technique, textural awareness, practice and performance skills. Break week 27th May 2026.Repertoire will include pieces and of studies at an approximate grade 6 standard (directed by the tutor)<br />
- You may also include a piece of your own choice in agreement with your tutor. <br />
- Technical problems, style, and performance skills will be discussed.<br />
- Scales: all major scales from level 5 plus Aflat and Dflat and A, B, C, D, E, F, and G minors (harmonic & melodic, 3 octaves, hands together)<br />
- Arpeggios in the same keys (2 octaves, hands together).- Perform contrasting hand movements with a variety of articulation.<br />
- Make informed pedalling decisions<br />
- Decipher ornaments and implement them smoothly<br />
- Maintain the same pulse with a change of note value<br />
- Recognise sequences<br />
- Be able to voice chords<br />
- demonstrate your understanding of texture.For this workshop you must be ready to study repertoire at a grade 6 standard. <br />
You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.- All courses use Google Classroom to share materials and messages, including any homework tasks.<br />
- Classes are taught through tutor explanation and demonstration, and playing/listening workshop style.<br />
- Sessions may also include aural skills, musicianship and theoretical study where applicable.<br />
- A regular practice routine is essential to progress on this course.Students should have access to a piano (acoustic or digital) for practice between classes and budget approximately £15 per term for scores. Music may be purchased new or second-hand. Suitable scores may also be available from <a href=" http://imslp.org/ " target="_blank"rel="noopener noreferrer"> IMSLP</a><br />
To see the repertoire and any required music books you will need to bring to this course please refer to our list as follows: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?usp=sharing"target="_blank"rel="noopener noreferrer">City lit piano repertoire books </a> [external website].This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 7, or you may repeat this course to gain more experience.<br />
<br />
Please note: we may have multiple courses at different times throughout the week. <br />
<br />
City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. If you are new to City Lit piano <br />
classes, please take a moment to read our Piano Department page, <a <br />
href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit " target="_blank"> Piano at City Lit </a> which <br />
lists our full sequence of piano classes.virtual223279195ME250A,ME250B,ME250CNONEThu18/09/25 - 27/11/2516:00 - 18:0016:0018:0010 sessions (over 11 weeks)105-10 weeksDaytimeWeekdayKSKeeley StreetYekaterina LebedevaAdvancedAvailable courses2025-09-18T00:00:00+00:00,2026-01-15T00:00:00+00:00,2026-04-23T00:00:00+00:00Sep 2025,Jan 2026,Apr 2026Performing arts279279Piano: workshop 6piano-workshop-6/me250a-2526,piano-workshop-6/me250b-2526,piano-workshop-6/me250c-2526If you play piano at around grade 6 standard, join one of these workshops to develop your playing by studying a wide range of piano repertoire, with focus on technique, textural awareness, practice and performance skills. Break week 29th October 2025.,If you play piano at around grade 6 standard, join one of these workshops to develop your playing by studying a wide range of piano repertoire, with focus on technique, textural awareness, practice and performance skills. Break week 18th February 2026.,If you play piano at around grade 6 standard, join one of these workshops to develop your playing by studying a wide range of piano repertoire, with focus on technique, textural awareness, practice and performance skills. Break week 27th May 2026.0000-Available|2025-09-18 00:00:00Acquire a more solid technique and explore a wider repertoire at approximately grade 6 standard. Emphasis will be given to improving legato playing, quality of tone, tonal balance between hands as well as between voices in one hand. A regular practise routine is essential to develop at this level.<br />
*There may be other classes at this same level taught by different tutors: please check the drop-down menu for other course dates/times<br />
**If you are unsure which course is best for you, please contact the music department (music@citylit.ac.uk) where our teachers will help you select a class at the right level.If you play piano at around grade 6 standard, join one of these workshops to develop your playing by studying a wide range of piano repertoire, with focus on technique, textural awareness, practice and performance skills. Break week 29th October 2025.,If you play piano at around grade 6 standard, join one of these workshops to develop your playing by studying a wide range of piano repertoire, with focus on technique, textural awareness, practice and performance skills. Break week 18th February 2026.,If you play piano at around grade 6 standard, join one of these workshops to develop your playing by studying a wide range of piano repertoire, with focus on technique, textural awareness, practice and performance skills. Break week 27th May 2026.Repertoire will include pieces and of studies at an approximate grade 6 standard (directed by the tutor)<br />
- You may also include a piece of your own choice in agreement with your tutor. <br />
- Technical problems, style, and performance skills will be discussed.<br />
- Scales: all major scales from level 5 plus Aflat and Dflat and A, B, C, D, E, F, and G minors (harmonic & melodic, 3 octaves, hands together)<br />
- Arpeggios in the same keys (2 octaves, hands together).- Perform contrasting hand movements with a variety of articulation.<br />
- Make informed pedalling decisions<br />
- Decipher ornaments and implement them smoothly<br />
- Maintain the same pulse with a change of note value<br />
- Recognise sequences<br />
- Be able to voice chords<br />
- demonstrate your understanding of texture.For this workshop you must be ready to study repertoire at a grade 6 standard. <br />
You need to be able to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.- All courses use Google Classroom to share materials and messages, including any homework tasks.<br />
- Classes are taught through tutor explanation and demonstration, and playing/listening workshop style.<br />
- Sessions may also include aural skills, musicianship and theoretical study where applicable.<br />
- A regular practice routine is essential to progress on this course.Students should have access to a piano (acoustic or digital) for practice between classes and budget approximately £15 per term for scores. Music may be purchased new or second-hand. Suitable scores may also be available from <a href=" http://imslp.org/ " target="_blank"rel="noopener noreferrer"> IMSLP</a><br />
To see the repertoire and any required music books you will need to bring to this course please refer to our list as follows: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?usp=sharing"target="_blank"rel="noopener noreferrer">City lit piano repertoire books</a> [external website].,Students should have access to a piano (acoustic or digital) for practice between classes and budget approximately £15 per term for scores. Music may be purchased new or second-hand. Suitable scores may also be available from <a href=" http://imslp.org/ " target="_blank"rel="noopener noreferrer"> IMSLP</a><br />
To see the repertoire and any required music books you will need to bring to this course please refer to our list as follows: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0zAXTERFh-iDm-UaX50OdGAXx3FbwyKHwx8vK2PPSg/edit?usp=sharing"target="_blank"rel="noopener noreferrer">City lit piano repertoire books </a> [external website].This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 7, or you may repeat this course to gain more experience.<br />
<br />
Please note: we may have multiple courses at different times throughout the week. <br />
City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. If you are new to City Lit piano <br />
classes, please take a moment to read our Piano Department page, <a <br />
href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit " target="_blank"> Piano at City Lit </a> which <br />
lists our full sequence of piano classes.,This course comprises of three terms spread across the academic year, after which you may continue to Piano workshop 7, or you may repeat this course to gain more experience.<br />
<br />
Please note: we may have multiple courses at different times throughout the week. <br />
<br />
City Lit offers a wide range of piano classes from beginner to advanced levels. If you are new to City Lit piano <br />
classes, please take a moment to read our Piano Department page, <a <br />
href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk/blog/choosing-piano-class-city-lit " target="_blank"> Piano at City Lit </a> which <br />
lists our full sequence of piano classes.configurable
