Piano Institute

July 9-19, 2026

Miskolc, Hungary

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The Young Artist Program welcomes advanced high school students, conservatory and college students, and emerging young professionals. Experience intensive training and performance opportunities at the highest level.

Program Highlights

All events (lessons, rehearsals, master classes, lectures and recitals) are held at the Bartók Béla Music Institute, in the heart of Bartók Square
Master classes are held at the beautiful rococo style Bartók Hall
Students have access to ample practice rooms at the Bartók Institute
Experience exceptional and intense learning opportunities
Enjoy 3 one-hour long individual lessons with renowned Artist Faculty
Four-Hand or Two-Piano Collaboration: CHROMA will assist and arrange four-hand and/or two-piano collaborations among participants
Participation in a minimum of 2 master classes
Access to all Master Classes, Workshops, Lectures and Festival Concerts
All concerts are performed at historical performance venues
Explore and immerse yourself in the centuries old history, culture and people of Miskolc, Hungary.

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Eligibility

The YAP is designed for advanced high school and collegiate students. Participants aged 18 and up are eligible and encouraged to apply.
Those over the age of 25 may apply to participate in the Adult Piano Intensive
Participants under the age of 18 are strongly encouraged to apply, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Additional room and board coverage must be paid by the parent or guardian of the child.

Application and Tuition

Application deadline: May 15, 2026
Application fee: $100 USD
Late application fee: $140 USD (for applications submitted after May 15, 2026)
Tuition: Double Occupancy: $3,095 USD (includes hotel room and all meals); Single Occupancy: $3,395 USD (includes hotel room and all meals)
For accepted students, the application fee will be applied toward tuition. Application fees are non-refundable for applicants who are not accepted.

Recording Requirements

Applicants must submit unedited video recordings of TWO contrasting pieces, representing two of the following time periods: Baroque, Classical, Romantic, 20th and 21st Century.

Sample Daily Schedule at CHROMA