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WEEK 01
Get to Know Each Other
Meet one-to-one, talk about your musical interests and goals, and create a personal study plan together.
First assignment set
MASTERCLASS
Beyond the Keys
Masterclass with Prof. Stefano Vismara
Founder of Path of Music
16 : 9
VIDEO
BEYOND THE KEYS
More than technical training, Beyond the Keys is a 14-week piano mentorship programme devoted to musical individuality, deeper interpretation, and the development of each pianist’s artistic voice.
Through individual lessons, regular meetings, musical exchange, and performance, participants are invited to explore their own artistic direction while learning alongside an international community of musicians.
THE PROGRAM
14
WEEKS · ONE CONTINUOUS PROCESS
Individual work, shared learning, and a final week in Germany.
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WEEK 02
Individual Follow-up
Bring your work back to the lesson. Review the assignment, discuss questions from practice, and set the next focus.
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WEEK 03
Duo Lesson
A lesson shared by two participants, with space to listen, exchange ideas, and learn from each other.
Shared musical exchange
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WEEK 04
Individual Follow-up
Return to individual work, reflect on progress, and develop the next stage of your musical and technical work.
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The four-week cycle repeats three times
3 CYCLES
Each cycle brings together individual guidance, independent practice, and shared musical exchange.
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WEEK 13
Individual Lesson
Consolidate your work and continue preparing your repertoire for the final week.
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WEEK 14 · GERMANY
Final Lesson & Concert Preparation
The final individual lesson takes place in Germany, alongside focused practice and preparation for the formal final concert.
Preparing to perform
Individual lesson
Shared lesson
Germany week
THE FINAL WEEK IN GERMANY
A week of music, exchange, and shared experiences.
The final week will include a stay at a music centre in Germany, alongside in-person lessons, individual practice, concert preparation, cultural visits, and opportunities to meet musicians and students from music universities. The exact location will be selected according to availability.
SEE DETAILS OF THE MUSIC CENTRES →- In-person lessons and scheduled individual practice
- Preparation for the final concert
- A possible visit to the Stuttgart State University of Music and Performing Arts
- A possible backstage guided tour of the Stuttgart State Theatre
- Attending a concert together
- A possible street-music performance, subject to arrangements
- Fireside Evening: an informal evening to talk and exchange ideas with professors
- Small shared activities with invited musicians and music-university students
- The formal final concert, with feedback from invited guest professors
Activities and visits are subject to confirmation and may be adjusted according to the final location and schedule.
PROGRAMME FEE
€5,500
Programme fee stated in the programme brochure.
The brochure describes the fee as including accommodation and meals in Germany, with arrangements for the participant and one accompanying person.
Please confirm the final inclusions and arrangements with Path of Music before applying.
HOW TO APPLY
6 places.
One shared journey.
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Who Can Apply
Beyond the Keys is open to pianists with an advanced level of playing who are ready to engage in an intensive, individual artistic process.
The programme welcomes music students, young professionals, and serious independent musicians. No specific degree is required.
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Submit Your Application
Complete the online application form and pay the €50 first-round application fee. Please prepare:
- Your personal and musical background, or a short CV
- A brief statement of motivation
- A performance video of one piece of your choice (maximum 10 minutes)
- Your current repertoire and availability for a possible second-round lesson
The application fee covers application processing and the first-round review. We aim to notify applicants of the first-round outcome within 14 days of receiving a complete application and payment.
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Two-Round Selection
In the first round, Prof. Stefano Vismara takes time to get to know each applicant through their musical background, individuality, artistic potential, and motivation. A €50 application fee accompanies the first-round application.
Those invited to the second round will have the opportunity to meet Stefano for an interview and a 30-minute working session, offering a chance to explore their musical ideas together. A €100 fee applies to this second-round session. Following these conversations and the working session, the final participants will be selected.
The fees for both application stages are separate from the programme tuition and will not be deducted from it.
Ready to apply?
Start your application online. / 在线提交申请。
14 weeks · Individual mentorship · Salon concert · International exchange · Final week in Germany