ClaviCologne Festival Arrives in Pescara: Piano Excellence Meets the Adriatic Coast

The 12th ClaviCologne Festival will take place in the vibrant city of Pescara, Italy, from 4 to 8 August 2025, bringing an international celebration of piano artistry to one of the Adriatic coast’s most dynamic cultural destinations. For five inspiring days, Pescara will welcome young pianists, renowned professors, and music enthusiasts from around the world for a unique blend of education, competition, and artistic exchange.

Known for its sunlit beaches, lively promenade, and rich cultural life, Pescara offers an ideal summer setting where music meets the relaxed elegance of the seaside. A city closely associated with art and creativity, Pescara combines modern energy with Italian tradition, making it a perfect host for an international festival that values both excellence and inspiration.

ClaviCologne 2025 will feature an intensive program of masterclasses and a two-round international piano competition, led by some of today’s most distinguished pianists and pedagogues from more than eight countries. Celebrated artists such as Pavel Gililov (Austria), Pietro De Maria (Italy), Marios Papadopoulos (UK), and Stanislav Ioudenitch (USA) will guide participants through an immersive artistic journey, offering invaluable insight into interpretation, technique, and musical thought.

The competition is open to pianists of all nationalities up to 35 years of age and will showcase a broad repertoire ranging from the classical era to contemporary music, encouraging both stylistic versatility and personal expression.

Easily reachable from major Italian and European cities, and offering a perfect balance of culture, sea, and summer atmosphere, Pescara provides a memorable backdrop for ClaviCologne 2025—an event that promises outstanding music-making in an inspiring Mediterranean setting.