Speidel - 09/25
This masterclass is dedicated exclusively to the preparation and interpretation of piano concertos, offering pianists a focused and performance-oriented setting to refine their solo and ensemble skills. A professional répétiteur is available throughout the course, ensuring high-level rehearsals with orchestral reduction and realistic performance conditions.
Repertoire focus:
- All piano concertos by Joseph Haydn
- Piano concertos by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, beginning with KV 271
- Concertos No. 1, 2, and 4 by Ludwig van Beethoven
- Piano concertos No. 1 and 2 by Frédéric Chopin
The course emphasizes stylistic authenticity, musical dialogue, and the pianist’s role within the orchestral texture.
At the conclusion of the course, participants will take part in the 1st Euplayy/Ponte Piano Concerto Competition. The winner will perform their concerto with a string ensemble as part of the prestigious Ponte Festival concert program.
Participation is by application only Please follow the steps below:
- Purchase the non-refundable application fee of €30 via our shop.
- Submit your audition Prepare a video recording of at least 3 minutes (free choice of repertoire).
- During checkout, you will be asked to enter a video link (YouTube, Vimeo, Dropbox, etc.).
- Wait for the selection result After review, we will inform you by email whether you have been accepted into the course.
- If accepted, you will receive a personal link to register. The course fee is €480.
Participants are also welcome to bring additional solo or piano concerto repertoire, which may be worked on during the masterclass sessions.