Art of Piano 2027 (Banff Centre)

Application Deadline: November 25, 2026
Program Dates: May 25 to June 5, 2027
For more information and to apply.

Develop your unique musical voice, bringing genuine expression and perspective to your performances. Delve into masterworks spanning historical to contemporary music mentored by internationally celebrated artists.

During this two-week program, benefit from focused time and inclusive space for engaging discussions, learning with great mentors, reflection, and creation. Define your artistic voice and shape your career trajectory through individual coaching, masterclasses, and performance opportunities.

The inspiring backdrop of the mountains invites you to recharge through hiking and canoeing, establishing lifelong connections with faculty and peers.

Description

Define your artistic vision, enhance performance confidence, and advance your career through:  

• One-on one lessons and workshops with internationally renowned faculty, including Timo Andres, Michelle Cann, David Kaplan, Nico Namoradze and Joanna MacGregor.
• Faculty-led masterclasses and workshops exploring technique, creative strategies, concert curation, and career development.
• Collaborative performance opportunities for faculty and participants.
• Recordings of public performances for your personal archival use.
• 24-hour access to a specialized studio.
• Outdoor group activities with faculty and peers.
• Opportunities to engage with other artistic disciplines through concerts and program events.
• Performance opportunities within the broader community of Banff.

Celebrate the music of Philip Glass through a special focus on his Piano Études. Each participant will receive a copy of the Philip Glass Piano Études commemorative book set, courtesy of Artisan Publishers and Pomegranate Arts.

A minimum of two spots will be reserved for aspiring composer-pianists. Composer-pianists should be prepared to perform their own works.

Requirements

This program is open to emerging classical pianists. Musicians who have recently graduated or currently undertaking post-secondary or postgraduate studies are welcome to apply.

Composer/pianists should expect to perform their own works.