https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/rss/en/piano-duoThe latest Piano Duo Jobs, Courses, Competitons & Instrument Sales from musicalchairs - The world's leading online resource for Classical Music Professionals.enCopyright: (C) musicalchairs 2026 see https://www.musicalchairs.info/about/terms for terms and conditions of reuse.features@musicalchairs.info (musicalchairs)Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:00:06 +010060http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssTUSCANIA SUMMER ACADEMY 2026 is one of Italy’s most ambitious and highly qualified musical training experiences, bringing together over 70 internationally acclaimed soloists, orchestral principals and professors in a unique environment where advanced study, artistic production and concert life merge into one immersive experience. From 13 July to 6 September, the historic town of Tuscania becomes an international artistic campus hosting over 60 concerts, masterclasses, workshops and productions. Students are directly involved in major professional projects: the Opera Buffa production "La prova di un’opera seria", the fully staged "La Bohème" Opera Workshop with orchestra, the chamber music project Minus One alongside world-class artists, and Soloists with Orchestra, offering selected talents the opportunity to perform concertos with a professional symphony orchestra. Scholarships, prizes and concert opportunities complete the program.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:00:06 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11239?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11239?ref=254Teatro Lirico di Cagliari. International Chamber Music Competition. Prizes: € 7.000 and 15 concerts. For instrumental ensembles from duo to quintet. Max average age: 32 years. FREE ACCOMMODATION in luxury apartments for the first five registered groups selected for the live rounds in Cagliari. PRE-SELECTION via VIDEO RECORDING Video submission period: July 1 – September 10, 2026 A performance of 15–20 minutes is required. First Round Cagliari, Friday, December 11, 2026 A performance of 15–20 minutes is required. Second Round Cagliari, Saturday, December 12, 2026 A performance of 40-45 minute is required. Third Round in concert Cagliari, Sunday, December 13, 2026 A performance of max 30 minute is required. Second and Third round will be recorded and broadcast live. Please see complete rules in the attached pdf and visit our website People said about us: "A warm and friendly atmosphere, a beautiful concert hall. Splendid apartments for the participants"Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:57:19 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6121?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6121?ref=254Ensemble Linea is organizing its 6th International Summer Academy for Conducting and Performance this year 2026. Open to students and young performers eager to discover or refine their skills in repertoire from the 20th century to the present day, the Academy will offer instrumental lessons, conducting classes, ensemble sessions, chamber music and solo workshops, as well as concerts in the Cité de la Musique and all around Strasbourg. This year, the Academy will dedicate time to coaching, improvisation workshops, forums, and more. With a program featuring works by composers ranging from Boulez to Clara Iannotta, we are delighted to welcome you to this new edition this summer in Strasbourg!Wed, 27 May 2026 14:10:29 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11193?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11193?ref=254The pre-eminent Chamber Music Course.Think only of playing chamber music, lovely socialising, refreshments, maybe some sleep. Timetabled sessions 9 - 6; renowned, passionate, inspiring tutors, repertoire agreed comfortably ahead; spontaneous, informal playing. Pre-formed groups and freelancers for whom Elizabeth Altman spares no effort to match congenial balanced ensembles. - Piano chamber music featured. For each pianist Steinway & Fazioli. Harpsichord for baroque. - Favourite string quartets, quintets, sextets etc; suggestions welcome. - Winds/brass ensembles enjoy larger & smaller scale repertoire; individuals can join mixedwind/strg/pno ensembles and baroque. Delightful rehearsal spaces include 2 auditoria. Non-judgmental; unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the great masterpieces. After playing, relaxed conversation further draws people together.Residential/non-residential rates, full or part courses, on site prkg.Mon, 25 May 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11172?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11172?ref=254Intense and highly rewarding residential programme for strings and piano with unrivaled hours of one-to one tuition. The 13th International Summer Music School UK organised by Encore Music Projects follows on from eleven hugely successful courses in previous years, and we are delighted that our 2026 summer school will take place at Wells Cathedral Specialist Music School in Somerset, UK, one of the most prestigious music schools in the world. Courses for Piano, Strings, Chamber Ensembles, Conducting, Composition, Theory, String Orchestra, designed for intermediate/advanced students. Expert tuition from world-class teachers and performers will focus on development of technique, musical styles, interpretation, stage performance and competition/audition preparation.The emphasis is on making music together. Daily one-to-one lessons, chamber music coaching sessions, violin/cello masterclasses/ensembles, piano masterclasses, string orchestra. Set in the historic City of Wells.Wed, 20 May 2026 09:51:54 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11177?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11177?ref=254The LeAltreNote 2026 Masterclass, taking place from August 23 to 30 in Valdidentro, is much more than just a course: it’s a musical adventure designed for those who want to grow, discover, and have fun through music. Nestled in the breathtaking scenery of the Alps, it offers a welcoming and inspiring environment where every participant—from the most experienced to the youngest—can feel free to express themselves and experiment. Here you’ll have the opportunity to work with internationally renowned instructors, improving your technique and interpretation through individual lessons, chamber music, and ensemble work. The days are filled with energy, encounters, and new friendships, in a dynamic atmosphere that encourages curiosity and creativity. It’s not just about studying: it’s a vibrant experience filled with concerts, shared moments, and unforgettable memories. Being surrounded by nature makes everything more intense and inspiring, transforming every sound into emotion.Mon, 04 May 2026 10:56:32 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11134?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11134?ref=2546th edition of the Premio della Musica di Verona, a renowned international competition open to all instruments, soloists and chamber music groups, from duos to sextets, under the age of 37. Preliminary Round: a link of a professional or amateur video, freely chosen program between 12 and 20 minutes. Final Round: during October and November 2026, the Società Letteraria di Verona will host 30 concerts. The selected soloists and chamber music groups are invited to perform a entire public recital with a freely chosen program lasting approximately 50 minutes. The concerts are recorded and evaluated by a qualified Jury selected from our Artistic Committee. Partial reimbursement of travel expenses. The prizes consist of concerts and a recording contract for an economical value up to €8000. Debut in the concert seasons of the Verona Piano Festival and the Oficina OCM in Mantua/Trame Sonore Festival and visibility to other concert seasons involved in the network. Entry deadline 19 JulyFri, 01 May 2026 21:24:21 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6043?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6043?ref=254In the beautiful city of Atri (Te) in the center of Italy, a few kilometers from the Adriatic Sea, from 3rd to 28th August 2026 will be held the 27th International Festival "Duchi d'Acquaviva" with Master Class taught by musicians of international level and Concerts of students, teachers and orchestra in the most suggestive places of the city and the Abruzzo coast. Teachers: P. Ciofi, singing / A. Deljavan - M. Mogilevsky - O. Catelin-Delangle, piano / S. Mintz - O. Semchuk - K. Milas - S. Farulli, violin / A. Farulli, viola / V. Radutiu, cello / D. Marc, contrabass / A. Navarra, flute / D. Orlando, oboe / G. Mirabassi - K. Spagnolo, clarinet / S. Canuti, bassoon / T. Hauschild, horn / C. Saunier, trumpet / F. Porta, bass tuba / C. Delangle, saxophone / A. Desiderio, guitar / A. Giraldi, harp / G. Iorio, bandoneon. Very favorable conditions for board and lodging of the students. Deadline for applications: 31st July 2026. www.amicidellamusica2000.it Art Director: Algino BattistiniSun, 12 Apr 2026 08:28:25 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11074?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11074?ref=254The 4th Paul Badura-Skoda International Piano Competition (Piano, Piano Duo/4 Hands, Chamber Music, Composition) aims to celebrate and continue the legacy of the renowned pianist Paul Badura-Skoda by providing a platform for pianists to showcase their talent worldwide Awards: Main Prizes: Grand Prix Prize (€4,250), 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. Special Prizes include the “Wiener Klassik” Prize, Special Jury Prize, and Honorable Mentions. The 1st prize winner in each category and the Grand Prix winner will have the honor of performing live at Mozarthaus Vienna – Bösendorfer Hall on October 18, 2026. This prize also includes audio and video recordings of the concert and award ceremony, as well as a professional photo shoot. Submission Deadline: JUN 30, 2026 Results Announcement: JULY 15, 2026Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:18:15 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5979?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5979?ref=254The Rheinau Masterclasses place a distinctive focus on the instruments of the woodwind quintet and their specific repertoire, bringing both together in an intensive week of teaching and concerts. The programme is tailored to the individual needs of young musicians and complemented by chamber music opportunities. Faculty: Flute: Sarah Rumer (Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Lucerne University of Music) Oboe: Fabien Thouand (Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, HEMU Lausanne) Clarinet & Bass Clarinet: Sérgio Pires (Musikkollegium Winterthur, London Symphony Orchestra); Bernhard Röthlisberger (Bern Symphony Orchestra, Bern Symphony Orchestra, Zurich University of Arts) Bassoon: Matthias Racz (onhalle-Orchester Zürich, Zurich University of Arts) Horn: Olivier Darbellay (Bern Symphony Orchestra, Lucerne University of Music, HEMU Fribourg) Piano & Ensembles: Benjamin Engeli (Soloist) Accordion: Viviane Chassot (Soloist, Winterthur Conservatory)Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11052?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11052?ref=254“Nouvelles Étoiles” is an international artistic platform bringing together young musicians from around the world and offering a unique pathway from online participation to live performance opportunities in France. Online Competition The competition is held online and serves as a selection stage for participation in our live projects in France. Participants submit video performances and receive diplomas and professional evaluation. All instruments! Application deadline: June 30 Prize winners and selected candidates are invited to take part in the Academy, Festival and concerts in France. New categories : Conducting and Composition Laureates benefit from: – invitations to perform in France – opportunities to perform as soloists with orchestra in Paris – participation in international academies and festivals – performance opportunities in other countries through our partners Shine bright, New Stars!Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5965?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5965?ref=254From July 19 to July 31 2026, the Ticino Musica Festival offers a new edition of its prestigious Academy Materclasses dedicated to emerging young musicians. Set in the heart of the beautiful Ticino region, it gives participants the opportunity to study with internationally renowned teachers. Discounts for Early Registration! Marcin Habela (voice) 19-23.7 Roberto Plano (piano) 19-31.7 Ulrich Koella (piano accompaniment/chamber music with piano) 19-31.7 Stefano Molardi (organ, harpsichord, fortepiano) 19-23.7 Alessandro Moccia (violin/chamber music) 19-28.7 Diyang Mei (viola) 21-31.7 Asier Polo (cello) 19-31.7 Gloria JeeEun Park & Philipp Jundt (flute) 19-31.7 Ivan Podyomov (oboe/baroque oboe) 19-31.7 Romain Guyot (clarinet) 19-31.7 Andrea Cellacchi (bassoon) 19-31.7 Christian Lampert (horn) 19-24.7 Frits Damrow (trumpet) 19-24.7 Vincent Lepape (trombone) 19-24.7 Ricardo Carvalhoso (tuba) 19-24.7 Pablo Márquez (guitar) 19-31.7 Gabor Meszaros (chamber music) 19-31.7Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11012?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11012?ref=254The 23rd edition of Padova International Music Competition includes: 1) International Music Competition for Soloists and Orchestra (Preliminary stages online and Final Round live with Orchestra); 2) International Music Competition Premio Città di Padova (open to all the categories for age); 3) Virtuositè Prize (reserved to the virtuosity music); The concerts for the winners will be organized in beautiful cities and locations in Venice, Padova, Abano Terme and others.Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5926?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5926?ref=254Intense and highly rewarding residential programme for strings and piano with unrivaled hours of one-to one tuition. The 13th International Summer Music School UK organised by Encore Music Projects follows on from eleven hugely successful courses in previous years, and we are delighted that our 2026 summer school will take place at Wells Cathedral Specialist Music School in Somerset, UK, one of the most prestigious music schools in the world. Courses for Piano, Strings, Chamber Ensembles, Conducting, Composition, Theory, String Orchestra, designed for intermediate/advanced students. Expert tuition from world-class teachers and performers will focus on development of technique, musical styles, interpretation, stage performance and competition/audition preparation.The emphasis is on making music together. Daily one-to-one lessons, chamber music coaching sessions, violin/cello masterclasses/ensembles, piano masterclasses, string orchestra. Set in the historic City of Wells.Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:19:18 +0000https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10985?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10985?ref=254From academy to Berlin stage. Perform with a professional orchestra in Berlin. Step onto a stage once led by Karajan. In collaboration with the Berlin-Bechstein Stiftung. Full Scholarship deadline: June 30th Several classes are nearly full. Early confirmation is recommended. Date: August 11–17, 2026 Location: Carl Bechstein Saal, Berlin, Germany Professors: Piano: Markus Groh, Ilja Scheps, Gerrit Zitterbart, Konrad Maria Engel, Eldar Nebolsin (Online) Chamber Music / Accompanying: Boris Kusnezow Strings: Mark Gothoni, Boris Garlitsky, Tomasz Tomaszewski, Stephan Picard (Online), Eszter Haffner, Hartmut Rohde (Online), Troels Svane, Paolo Bonomini Conducting: Ulrich Windfuhr (Registration closed) Orchestras: Berliner Symphoniker | Berlin Academy Chamber Orchestra | Neue Sinfonieorchester Berlin (Registration closed) Registration: from €450 Final Deadline: Piano & String: July 15th More info: see websiteTue, 17 Mar 2026 18:29:50 +0000https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10965?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10965?ref=254Cadenza International Summer Music School for Strings and Piano was founded in 1992. Each year an exceptional group of musicians from school age through to undergraduates, postgraduates, teachers, amateurs, and faculty meet for a week and collaborate in a flexible and creative environment. Solo work and chamber music form the basis of the course. There are performance opportunities and masterclasses throughout the week, as well as side by side staff/student chamber groups. Most students mix solo and chamber music, which is organised in advance. However some prefer to focus exclusively on chamber music, and others on important solo work. The course is residential at the Purcell School in Bushey, North London, and runs from 18 - 23 July 2026.Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10862?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10862?ref=254Composition S.SCIARRINO Singing W.MATTEUZZI Orchestral Conducting Course Ordinary L.ACOCELLA Master D.GATTI Choral Conducting L.DONATI Piano L.ZILBERSTEIN Organ T.ESCAICH Percussion A.CAGGIANO Guitar E.FISK Guitar & Chamber Music with guitar G.PUDDU Flute P.GALLOIS Oboe C.SCHMITT Clarinet A.CARBONARE Trumpet J.BERWAERTS Violin S.ACCARDO - I.GRINGOLTS Viola T.ZIMMERMANN | S.SOULEZ-LARIVIÉRE Cello D.GERINGAS – J.-G. QUEYRAS Double Bass G.ETTORRE String Quartet & Chamber Music for piano and strings C.GREENSMITH Innovation in Chamber Music D.KRAKAUER | K.TAGG Live Electronics. Sound & Music Computing A.VIDOLIN | N.BERNARDINI The Art of Improvvisation S.BATTAGLIA Baroque Singing S.MINGARDO - L.ABADIE Harpsichord, Basso continuo & Fortepiano F.BIRSAK Baroque Flute M.GATTI Baroque Oboe A.BERNARDINI Viola da Gamba V.GHIELMI Baroque Violin and Viola E.CITTERIO Baroque Cello M.TESTORI Composition for Historical Instruments S.FONTANELLIWed, 25 Feb 2026 16:32:08 +0000https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10874?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10874?ref=254GOLDEN CLASSICAL MUSIC AWARDS INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION Winners' Concert at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall in New York - Online Competition (Video Selection) - Open to all nationalities and ages - Piano, Strings, Voice, Wind and Chamber Music - Winners' Concert at Carnegie Hall (New York) in December 2026. - Application Deadline: June 22, 2026.Fri, 20 Feb 2026 09:39:48 +0000https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5832?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5832?ref=254Join us this summer at the Adria Music Academy, an international summer music program taking place July 31 – August 7, 2026, in Kotor, Montenegro, in collaboration with the KotorArt International Festival. Designed for intermediate and advanced students of piano, violin, cello, and clarinet, the Academy offers focused professional training in individual instruction, chamber music, and performance, set in a historic Adriatic setting. Students participate in private lessons, chamber coaching, masterclasses, and concerts, with opportunities to perform both solo and ensemble repertoire as part of an immersive artistic experience. Applications are now open at www.adriamusicacademy.comThu, 05 Feb 2026 20:05:17 +0000https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10768?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10768?ref=25412th Festival & Academy Verão Clássico 20 July to 1 August 2026 Lisbon, Portugal Masterclasses and concerts with world renowned musicians and professors: ☑️ Anna Samuil • Vocal ☑️ Eszter Haffner • Violin ☑️ Stephan Picard • Violin ☑️ Esther Hoppe • Violin ☑️ Lena Neudauer • Violin ☑️ Lars Anders Tomter • Viola ☑️ Edgar Moreau • Cello ☑️ Giovanni Gnocchi • Cello ☑️ Alexandra Scott • Double bass ☑️ Eldar Nebolsin • Piano ☑️ Filipe Pinto-Ribeiro • Piano ☑️ Pascal Moraguès • Clarinet Daily Masterclasses and concert opportunities for the participants during the Festival.  All Masterclasses' participants are candidates for VERÃO CLÁSSICO Awards.Sat, 24 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10694?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10694?ref=254Intense and highly rewarding residential programme for strings and piano with unrivaled hours of one-to one tuition. The 13th International Summer Music School UK organised by Encore Music Projects follows on from eleven hugely successful courses in previous years, and we are delighted that our 2026 summer school will take place at Wells Cathedral Specialist Music School in Somerset, UK, one of the most prestigious music schools in the world. Courses for Piano, Strings, Chamber Ensembles, Conducting, Composition, Theory, String Orchestra, designed for intermediate/advanced students. Expert tuition from world-class teachers and performers will focus on development of technique, musical styles, interpretation, stage performance and competition/audition preparation.The emphasis is on making music together. Daily one-to-one lessons, chamber music coaching sessions, violin/cello masterclasses/ensembles, piano masterclasses, string orchestra. Set in the historic City of Wells.Sat, 18 Oct 2025 12:12:59 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10453?ref=254https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/10453?ref=254