A Day at the Institute 2026
You’ll spend each day at the Institute immersed in piano with leaders in the field and other young pianists just like you. You’ll also get to know your way around University Circle, Cleveland’s premier walkable arts district.
A typical day at the Institute may look as follows:
Morning
- Private Lesson with Institute Faculty Member
- Practice Time
- Lunch
Afternoon
Afternoons at the Institute will have either a Masterclass or Workshop.
- Masterclasses will be taught by CIPC for Young Artists Jury Members or Institute Faculty.
- Workshops will be taught by Institute Faculty or Teaching Artist.
Workshop topics include:
- Competition Preparation
- Chamber Music Collaboration
- Working with a Conductor and Orchestra
- More topics to be announced!
- Practice Time
Evening
Evenings at the Institute will include dinner and a variety of activities such as:
- Practicing in CIM’s state of the art practice rooms.
- Attending sessions of the CIPC for Young Artists or a recital by Jean-Yves Thibaudet.
- Exploring Cleveland by hearing The Cleveland Orchestra at Blossom Music Center, taking a private tour of the world-renowned Cleveland Museum of Art, or experiencing the (surprising!) natural beauty of Lake Erie.