Masterclass

For Stauffer students

• Students enrolled in the Stauffer Performance Diploma are directly admitted to the masterclass;
• Students enrolled in the Annual Advanced or Ad Hoc courses will be subject to an internal selection.

For external applicants

• Open to musicians no older than 30 years on the starting day of the masterclass;
• Academic diploma in music (Bachelor or Master), or equivalent qualification.

Admission is subject to a selection based on a video recording.

To apply, please fill out and submit the online form (click the “Apply” button at the bottom of the page), attaching the following materials:

• Personal data;
• A copy of a valid identity document;
• Curriculum vitae, including any relevant repertoire already studied;
• A link to your video recording.

The requirements for video recordings are described on this page. The video should be uploaded to YouTube, with a clear description of the performed repertoire.

Video programme requirements:
Two contrasting works (from different periods or styles), for a total duration of approximately 10 minutes. One of them must be written after 1960.

The results will be communicated to the email address provided in the application form.

A non-refundable registration fee of EUR 55.00 is required when submitting the application. Online payment is activated once the application has been submitted.

Students already enrolled in the Advanced Programmes of the Stauffer Academy are exempt from the application fee.

Tuition fees are fully covered by the Stauffer Foundation; travel, accommodation and living expenses in Cremona are to be borne by the students.

Auditors may be admitted at the discretion of the Professor and the Academic Director.

The application form for auditors can be submitted at this link.