Mannes International Piano Festival
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About This Program
Now in its third year, the Mannes International Piano Festival proudly continues its tradition of welcoming talented young pianists from around the world to study with distinguished international and Mannes piano faculty. Students have the option to attend one or two weeks. One-week enrollment is available July 12-19 or July 19-26, and two-week enrollment is from July 12-26, 2026. We are pleased to offer merit-based scholarships to make this transformative experience accessible to as many passionate pianists as possible.
This exciting program includes private lessons, seminars and workshops, masterclasses, performance opportunities, and a piano competition at the end of the festival. Cash prizes will be offered to the first, second, and third prize winners.
Experienced young pianists interested in auditioning for music schools or launching performance careers, as well as students seeking concentrated mentorship to enhance their studies, will benefit tremendously from the program. The concert series will feature an extraordinary lineup of the new generation of internationally acclaimed pianists.
Guest Faculty: Hyoung-Joon Chang, Ronan O’Hora, Graham Scott, Yun Sun
Mannes Piano Faculty: Pavlina Dokovska, Eteri Andjaparidze, Audrey Axinn, Simone Dinnerstein, Yuri Kim, Blair McMillen, Irina Morozova, Ursula Oppens, Jerome Rose, Thomas Sauer, Ann Schein, JY Song, Vladimir Valjarevic, Xiayin Wang, Inessa Zaretsky
Format: On-site
Dates: July 12–26, 2026
What You'll Gain
- In-depth knowledge of classical and contemporary piano repertoire
- Immersive performance experiences
- Workshops and master classes with leading pianists
How You'll Learn
- In-depth knowledge of classical and contemporary piano repertoire
- Immersive performance experiences
- Workshops and master classes with leading pianists
Schedule and Location
New York, NY 10011 (map)
Tuition and Registration
Tuition and Fees
Tuition includes private lessons, masterclasses, content seminars, rehearsals/practice, final performance, and, if selected, participation in the piano competition process. Scholarships are available; all students are automatically considered. Tuition is non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Tuition and fees (1 Week): $1,150 + $45 fee
- Tuition and fees (2 Weeks): $1,995 + $45 fee
- University credits: This is a non-credit program.
- Questions: Contact us here.
Application Process
The Festival is open to students 16 years of age or older as of July 1, 2026; exceptional students ages 15 years of age or younger may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Deadlines
- March 2, 2026: Early Decision
- April 13, 2026: Regular Decision
Submit your application today. You will be asked to provide the following:
- Names of 3 4 teachers with whom you would like to study. Subject to teacher availability.
- Written or video response (approximately 250 words OR a 1-minute video) explaining why you want to come to the Mannes International Piano Festival, what you are hoping to learn, and what you are hoping to share.
- Link(s) to a video recording of yourself playing two pieces of contrasting styles. A minimum of 15 minutes of total playing is required. Movements are acceptable.
Applicants who would like to be considered for the Mannes International Piano Competition will additionally be asked to provide the following:
- Written program proposal of no less than 60 minutes of repertoire.
Requirements
The Festival is open to students 16 years of age or older as of July 1, 2026; exceptional students ages 15 years of age or younger may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Housing
Housing is available to students ages 18 and older at an additional cost. You may indicate your interest in housing on the application form.
Cost of housing is $522 per week + $45 linen fee.
Refund Policy
Tuition is non-refundable.
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