Piano students at the AMFS study with members of the internationally renowned artist-faculty, receiving an average of ninety minutes of lesson time per week, through a combination of private and class study. In addition, they have the opportunity to augment their weekly lessons by performing in recitals and master classes taught by guest artists and members of the piano artist-faculty. There are two piano competitions each summer, and winners have the opportunity to perform a concerto with one of the Aspen orchestras.

The 2018 special recital project for solo pianists will be comprised of the complete Debussy études and preludes. Students will have the opportunity to nominate themselves to prepare and perform with their teacher’s approval.

Students may also elect to study and perform mixed-ensemble literature, which may include chamber music with either strings or winds, two-piano/four-hand repertoire, duo sonata class, and mixed contemporary ensembles. Other music-related classes including keyboard studies, piano pedagogy, and lectures from the artist-faculty on a variety of relevant topics.

How to Apply

APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2018 SEASON WILL BE ACCEPTED BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 15

• Resume required
• Two letters of recommendation encouraged but not required
   

Audition Repertoire

VIDEO recordings must be at least FORTY minutes in length, with a complete Classical work (minimum of 7 minutes in length) and a complete romantic work (minimum of 7 minutes in length). Concertos may be submitted, but are not required. Repertoire must be memorized and each work should be uploaded as separate tracks. Applicants may choose to include any additional work(s) to comply with the time requirement.

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