October 24–31, 2026
A whimsical evening of minor keys, candlelight and clever surprises.
The people on the stage
Each student chose what to play and helped write their own introduction, so this is the recital as they imagined it.
Emma C.
Intermediate · Piano
Für EliseLudwig van Beethoven
Emma has been working on the opening theme since September and is proud to play it all the way through from memory.
She names every piece she learns after a colour.
From Ms. MeghanThe evenness you found in the B section this month is a real breakthrough, Emma.
Hear Emma C. playDaniel K.
Advanced · Piano
Clair de LuneClaude Debussy
Daniel chose this piece for its colours and has been learning to let the melody float above the accompaniment.
He can play the entire scale in thirds without looking.
From Ms. MeghanYour dynamic control at the return of the theme gave me goosebumps.
Hear Daniel K. playSophia M.
Beginner · Piano
Minuet in G MajorChristian Petzold
Sophia's very first recital piece — she learned the whole dance in six weeks.
Her favourite practice time is right after breakfast.
From Ms. MeghanBeautiful steady tempo, Sophia. You kept the dance going from start to finish.
Hear Sophia M. play