Main presentation
David Nelson
From Classical to Jazz Piano – a smooth crossing or…?
Originally from London, David Nelson has been teaching piano in West Yorkshire for the last 40 years. As well as the classical piano repertoire he also teaches jazz piano, playing by ear, music theory and composition and all-round musicianship. An active musician, he also plays guitar and bass as well as performing in a jazz trio and an alternative acoustic quintet.
Event details
Time / Date
17th October 2026 10:00am – 5.00pm
Location:
Christchurch The Grove, Ilkley LS29 9LW
Price: £25
Morning presentations
Maggie Sharman
Waltzes and the Piano – a look at the origins, style, repertoire and teaching tips.
Maggie, a director of The Wharfedale Piano Teachers, will share her thoughts on teaching the waltz.
Becs Leighton
Gamifying Music Theory – favourite off-bench resources to enhance our teaching
Becs, a local Yorkshire piano and flute teacher, will dive into a range of ideas for putting theory concepts across with as much fun as possible.