Art Of Piano 2026 Classical Piano Residency

About the Open Call

Define your artistic vision, enhance performance confidence, and advance your career through: One-on one mentorship, collaboration and masterclasses with internationally renowned faculty: Michelle Cann, Timo Andres, Eric Le Sage, David Kaplan, Tema Blackstone and Joanna MacGregor. Faculty led workshops on the creative process, concert curation and career development. You will learn advanced techniques, personal expression, program creation and more, giving you tools to advance your career. Collaborative performance opportunities with faculty and fellow participants. Recordings of public performances for your archival use. 24-hour access to a studio in our Music Facilities. Outdoor group activities with faculty and peers, fostering connection and inspiration. Engage with other artistic disciplines at concerts and program events. Performance opportunities within the broader Banff community. Composer-pianists will be offered additional workshops with esteemed faculty, Timo Andres.

What is Offered

Scholarship covering 100% of tuition cost is awarded to all arts participants, made possible through endowments and donations. Opportunities for additional scholarship towards accommodation and a meal plan. Canadian Indigenous scholarship covers 100% of tuition fees, a meal plan, and accommodation costs. The program also includes a meal plan, accommodation, studio space, opportunities to showcase your work, group seminars/workshops, access to the Paul D. Fleck Library and Archives, and campus facilities including the Sally Borden Fitness and Recreation Centre and Box Office Discounts.

Requirements

This program is open to early career classical pianists, musicians who have recently graduated or are currently enrolled in post-secondary or post-graduate studies. A minimum of two spots are reserved for aspiring composer–pianists. Applicants must be 18+ at the time of the program start date. Domestic and international applications are welcome. Participants are responsible for identifying and complying with immigration requirements to enter Canada as a visitor from their country of origin if a Visitor Visa is required.

How to Apply

Learn more about the steps to Complete Your Application. Step 1: Complete the Online Form. Step 2: Pay your application fee. Please login with the username and password emailed to you on completion of step 1. Step 3: Upload Your Materials (Resume, Cover Letter, Proposed Repertoire, Resource Request Form, Portfolio, Financial Assistance).