• Masterclass

    Masterclass

    Masterclass

Course Description

A specially designed course dedicated to young piano players (7-18 years old) who would like to develop The Jeune Chopin Masterclass 2026 is designed for young pianists aged 7โ€“18 who wish to deepen their skills in Chopin repertoire and prepare for the Jeune Chopin Competition 2027. This intensive program combines individual instruction, interpretive guidance, and technical development in a supportive, inspiring environment.

Highlights:

  • Individual lessons with world-renowned piano pedagogues and Chopin specialists, acclaimed both as teachers and performers.

  • Personalized instruction, tailored to each studentโ€™s technical level, musical understanding, and interpretive approach, regardless of their home piano school.

  • Conferences and workshops exploring the structure of challenging Chopin works, interpretive possibilities, and the latest research on manuscript and published editions.



This masterclass blends innovative teaching with time-honored pedagogical traditions. While structured and goal-oriented, the program remains flexible to meet the unique needs and personalities of each participant, with a focus on the developmental process for children and youth.

Highlights:

  • Individual lessons with world-renowned piano pedagogues and Chopin specialists, acclaimed both as teachers and performers.

  • Personalized instruction, tailored to each studentโ€™s technical level, musical understanding, and interpretive approach, regardless of their home piano school.

  • Conferences and workshops exploring the structure of challenging Chopin works, interpretive possibilities, and the latest research on manuscript and published editions.



This masterclass blends innovative teaching with time-honored pedagogical traditions. While structured and goal-oriented, the program remains flexible to meet the unique needs and personalities of each participant, with a focus on the developmental process for children and youth.

Noah miles, web designer and developer

When & Where

Kawai Europa Center, Krefeld, Germany

October 31 โ€“ November 1, 2026

The 4th edition of the Jeune Chopin Masterclasses will be held in Krefeld, Germany, at the Kawai Europa Center, from October 31 โ€“ November 1, 2026.


Kawai Europa GmbH
Europark Fichtenhain A 15
47807 Krefeld, Germany

Masterclass Sessions

Masterclass Sessions

Masterclass

Sessions

Each participant will receive a masterclass session with one of the following distinguished professors:

Each participant will receive a masterclass session with one of the following distinguished professors:

Each participant will receive a masterclass session with one of the following distinguished professors:

Noah miles

Prof. Madame Ebi

Noah miles

Prof. Madame Ebi

Noah miles

Prof. Madame Ebi

Jury Member

Whitney Wolfe

Magdalena Hirsz

Whitney Wolfe

PROF. Magdalena Hirsz

Whitney Wolfe

Magdalena Hirsz

Jury Member

Whitney Wolfe

Prof. Grzegorz Niemczuk

Whitney Wolfe

Prof. Grzegorz Niemczuk

Whitney Wolfe

Prof. Grzegorz Niemczuk

Jury Member

When & Where

Kawai Europa Center, Krefeld, Germany

October 31 โ€“ November 1, 2026

Individual lessons with world-renowned piano pedagogues and Chopin specialists, acclaimed both as teachers and performers.


  • Personalized instruction, tailored to each studentโ€™s technical level, musical understanding, and interpretive approach, regardless of their home piano school.


  • Conferences and workshops exploring the structure of challenging Chopin works, interpretive possibilities, and the latest research on manuscript and published editions.


This masterclass blends innovative teaching with time-honored pedagogical traditions. While structured and goal-oriented, the program remains flexible to meet the unique needs and personalities of each participant, with a focus on the developmental process for children and youth.

Highlights

The 4th edition of the Jeune Chopin Masterclasses will be held in Krefeld, Germany, at the Kawai Europa Center, from October 31 โ€“ November 1, 2026.


Kawai Europa GmbH
Europark Fichtenhain A 15
47807 Krefeld, Germany

When & Where

Kawai Europa Center, Krefeld, Germany

October 31 โ€“ November 1, 2026

The 4th edition of the Jeune Chopin Masterclasses will be held in Krefeld, Germany, at the Kawai Europa Center, from October 31 โ€“ November 1, 2026.


Kawai Europa GmbH
Europark Fichtenhain A 15
47807 Krefeld, Germany

Noah miles, web designer and developer

A specially designed course dedicated to young piano players (7-18 years old) who would like to develop The Jeune Chopin Masterclass 2026 is designed for young pianists aged 7โ€“18 who wish to deepen their skills in Chopin repertoire and prepare for the Jeune Chopin Competition 2027. This intensive program combines individual instruction, interpretive guidance, and technical development in a supportive, inspiring environment.

Course Description

Participation Rules & Conditions

Open to students aged 7โ€“18. Exceptions may be considered upon prior approval.

Participation Rules & Conditions

Participation Rules & Conditions

Open to students aged 7โ€“18. Exceptions may be considered upon prior approval.

Open to students aged 7โ€“18. Exceptions may be considered upon prior approval.


  • Preference is given to conservatory or pre-college students, or children with formal music training. Beginners and amateurs are welcome as observers.


  • Maximum of 10 participants. To ensure quality instruction, the administration may conduct a selection process for the final three places.


  • The two most outstanding participants, as determined by the professors, will receive direct entry to the Jeune Chopin Competition 2027 without the preliminary round. Selection will involve an open performance in Krefeld (repertoire, date, and timing determined by the professors).


  • Application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.


  • Course fees and payments for extra lessons are non-refundable after October 10, 2026.


  • Application Deadline: October 10, 2026


Masterclass submissions will close once we reach the maximum number of participants.

Fees

Fees

Course Fee: 350 CHF


Extra Lesson (60 minutes): 120 CHF


Payments must be made via bank transfer before the stated deadlines. Late applications will be considered only if spots remain, and after contacting the administration directly.

Institut Frรฉdรฉric Chopin en Suisse Banque Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft Raiffeisen Platz 4 9001 St. Gallen IBAN CH60 8080 8004 3783 9191 1 No. CB: 80808 SWIFT-BIC: RAIFCH22XXX

Accommodation & Travel

Krefeld is easily accessible by train or by air. The nearest airport is Dรผsseldorf.


Recommended Hotel: B&B HOTEL Krefeld-Sรผd



Affordable rooms with excellent access to the A44, Dรผsseldorf, KawaivEuropa, and city centerโ€”ideal for both business and leisure travelers.


Address: Europark Fichtenhain A 1, 47807 Krefeld, Germany
Phone: +49 6146 815359-5

Fees

Accommodation & Travel

Accommodation & Travel

Krefeld is easily accessible by train or by air. The nearest airport is Dรผsseldorf.


Recommended Hotel: B&B HOTEL Krefeld-Sรผd


Affordable rooms with excellent access to the A44, Dรผsseldorf, KawaivEuropa, and city centerโ€”ideal for both business and leisure travelers.


Address: Europark Fichtenhain A 1, 47807 Krefeld, Germany
Phone: +49 6146 815359-5

Course Description

A specially designed course dedicated to young piano players (7-18 years old) who would like to develop The Jeune Chopin Masterclass 2026 is designed for young pianists aged 7โ€“18 who wish to deepen their skills in Chopin repertoire and prepare for the Jeune Chopin Competition 2027. This intensive program combines individual instruction, interpretive guidance, and technical development in a supportive, inspiring environment.

Course Highlights

Individual lessons with world-renowned piano pedagogues and Chopin specialists, acclaimed both as teachers and performers.


  • Personalized instruction, tailored to each studentโ€™s technical level, musical understanding, and interpretive approach, regardless of their home piano school.


  • Conferences and workshops exploring the structure of challenging Chopin works, interpretive possibilities, and the latest research on manuscript and published editions.


This masterclass blends innovative teaching with time-honored pedagogical traditions. While structured and goal-oriented, the program remains flexible to meet the unique needs and personalities of each participant, with a focus on the developmental process for children and youth.