ClaviCologne Festival Returns in 2026: Dates Announced for a New Edition in Pescara

The ClaviCologne Festival is officially returning, bringing its 13th edition to the beautiful coastal city of Pescara, Italy, this summer. Scheduled for 4–8 August 2026, the festival re-emerges with a five-day program dedicated to piano excellence, artistic exchange, and world-class mentorship.

Hosted at the Conservatory of Music Luisa D’Annunzio, ClaviCologne 2026 will once again unite some of the most respected pedagogues of our time. Professors and artists from more than eight countries will gather to share their expertise with a new generation of pianists in an environment known for its high artistic standards and international spirit.

Participants will have access to courses and masterclasses led by distinguished pianists including Michel Beroff (France), Milana Chernyavska (Germany/Ukraine), Pietro De Maria (Italy), Pavel Gililov (Austria), Giuliano Mazzoccante (Italy), Hans-Peter Stenzl (Germany), Volker Stenzl (Germany), and Luis del Valle (Spain) — offering an exceptional opportunity to learn directly from some of today’s leading musical voices.

Students may join as active participants, receiving five individual classes and the chance to perform in open masterclasses with the festival’s Special Guest Professors. Passive participants will be able to attend and observe an unlimited number of sessions throughout the festival.

With its renewed energy and world-renowned faculty, ClaviCologne 2026 promises an inspiring return, reaffirming its place as one of Europe’s most anticipated piano festivals.