Texas State International Piano Festival (TSIPF) 2026

From June 6–14, 2026, I will join the faculty of the 16th Texas State International Piano Festival (TSIPF) at Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas. The festival offers an intensive week of masterclasses, lessons, competitions, and performances with an international roster of distinguished artists and emerging pianists.

Official TSIPF website.

TSIPF was founded in 2010 and has since grown into a premier international destination for young pianists, bringing participants from dozens of countries
for world-class instruction, concerto opportunities, and rich cultural exchange. Faculty members regularly come from leading institutions such as Juilliard, Eastman, Peabody, Curtis, Texas Christian University, and many more, making the festival a concentrated laboratory for high-level pianistic and pedagogical work.

My Role at TSIPF 2026

During the 2026 edition, I will teach private lessons, give masterclasses, and collaborate in festival activities alongside an outstanding international faculty. Participants will receive detailed feedback on technique, sound, and interpretation, with a strong emphasis on developing a flexible and communicative approach to piano playing.

For an overview of my work, you can also visit my Teaching page.

Programs, Competitions, and Opportunities

TSIPF includes a range of performance and learning opportunities:

• Daily lessons and masterclasses with festival faculty
• Solo recitals and chamber music performances
• Concerto opportunities with the Central Texas Philharmonic for selected winners
• Additional festival competitions with significant prizes and scholarships
• Lectures, Q&A sessions, and faculty presentations on performance and career topics

Full details on audition repertoire, festival repertoire, and competition rules are available on the TSIPF 2026 application page.

Who Should Apply

The festival is designed for serious pre-college, undergraduate, graduate, and young professional pianists seeking an immersive, high-level summer experience. Participants benefit from concentrated work with faculty, extensive performance opportunities, and a vibrant, supportive international community of peers.

Venue and Location

All events are held at the Texas State University School of Music and Performing Arts Center in San Marcos, Texas, conveniently located between Austin and San Antonio. The campus offers excellent practice facilities, modern performance halls, and easy access to local accommodations and amenities.

Applications and Deadlines

Applications for the 16th Texas State International Piano Festival are handled directly through TSIPF. Prospective participants should review the current
requirements and deadlines on the TSIPF application page. Most materials include video recordings, a proposed festival repertoire list, and basic biographical information.

Other Engagements

For more information about my other masterclasses, festivals, and performances, please visit my Events page.
There, you will find additional listings and other festival appearances.

• Events page
• Teaching page