Globe Piano Summer School

10 - 14 AUGUST & 17 - 21 AUGUST 2026 in Hilversum

Globe Piano Summer School is an intensive piano study program from August 10 - 24 or August 17 - 21 in Hilversum, The Netherlands for pianists of all ages. The course will take place at Heuvellaan Hilversum the former "MCO", Muziekcentrum van de Omroep.

The course goals are to promote and develop your talent and piano skills by offering the opportunity to work closely and intensively with other pianists in a stimulating environment with a limited number of participants. In addition to the lessons of the course, there will be concert opportunities, lectures and workshops. Moreover the ambience of the course is a friendly setting and offers opportunities to make friendships, network and connect with each other.

This course is very suited for everybody preparing for competitions who wants to work intensively in the road there, if you want to study your new repertory under guidance, if you want to work more in detail on your current programme, if you want to make music together, have stage opportunities, meet new people, and have some more trips and tricks how to expand your stage personality and focus.

The Teachers — Week 1 (10–14 August)

The Teachers of the Globe Piano Summer School for the first week from 10 to 14 August

Denise Lutgens (NL)

Teacher at Globe CKC in Music Centre of the Broadcast Hilversum, The Netherlands, director and teacher at Holland International Piano School and artistic director Globe International Piano Competition.

Giuliano Adorno (I)

Pianist, Professor at the “D. Cimarosa” Conservatory of Avellino, Artistic Director of Orbetello Piano Competition and Orbetello Piano Festival.

The Teachers — Week 2 (17–21 August)

The Teachers of the Globe Piano Summer School for the second week from 17 to 24 August

Danijel Gašparović (HR)

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Giuliano Adorno (I)

Pianist, Professor at the “D. Cimarosa” Conservatory of Avellino, Artistic Director of Orbetello Piano Competition and Orbetello Piano Festival.

István I. Székely (H)

Professor at Centro Superior Katarina Gurska in Madrid, Artistic director of Alicante International Piano Competition, Denia International Piano Festival, Sombor Philharmonic, Franz Liszt Center Piano Competition and Great Piano Masters Piano Competition.

Denise Lutgens (NL)

Activities

Besides your daily piano classes there are workshops and lectures. The overview is not complete yet and currently being updated.

Those of you who want to form a piano duo during the week can mention it upon arrival and than we will find you a participant of same level / age that you can partner up with that week and study a piano duo piece that you can perform at the Saturday's closing concert.

Monday

Group Breakfast

Decide the pianoduo's

Group Lunch

Pianoworkshop

Pianolessons 1st week between 09:00 - 16:00h

Pianolessons 2nd week between 09:00 - 21:00h

17:00h Concert

Tuesday

Group Lunch and Concert

Pianolessons 1st week between 09:00 - 16:00h

Pianolessons 2nd week between 09:00 - 21:00h

Wednesday

Pianoduo lessons

Group Lunch

Pianoworkshop

Pianolessons 1st week between 09:00 - 16:00h

Pianolessons 2nd week between 09:00 - 21:00h

17:00h Concert + Pizza Party

Thursday

Pianoduo lessons

Group Lunch and Concert

Pianolessons 1st week between 09:00 - 16:00h

Pianolessons 2nd week between 09:00 - 21:00h

Friday

Pianolessons

Lunch

Closing concert

Fees

240 euro registration fee.
Upon registration every participant pays 240 euro registration fee. This fee includes your practice rooms, concert opportunities including drinks and snacks, welcome breakfast and group lunches.

Non intensive Course Fee

330 euro course fee.
This includes 4 x 60 minute classes, 1 x 30 minute class (friday) and 1 or 2 duo classes

Intensive Course Fee

625 euro course fee.
This includes 9 x 60 minute piano lessons and 1 or 2 duo classes.

We will have 8 practice rooms available with good acoustic piano's. The practice rooms will need to be shared between a maximum of 16 people, so there will be enough practice opportunity.

Enrolled students will be able to freely listen to all the lessons of the course.

Heuvellaan Hilversum

The Heuvellaan Hilversum is the heart of music in Hilversum and surrounding area. It's the place for concerts, music studies, orchestra rehearsals, choirs, recording and many more musical entities coming together.

We are proud to host our summer school here. It gives an amazing opportunity to have many practice rooms, use of concert halls, beautiful steinways and free parking.

It's on walking distance from hotels, train stations and city centre.

www.heuvellaan.com

Amrath Hotel Media Park

The recommendation is to stay at the Amrath Hotel Media Park, but everybody is free to choose their own accommodation.

We have a price deal with them:

87.50 euro for a double room excluding breakfast per night.
139 euro for a family room for 4 people excluding breakfast per night.

This hotel is on walking distance of the Heuvellaan Hilversum, Heuvellaan 33 Hilversum. The venue of the Summer School. It's in a quiet area with very good service.

www.amrathhotelmediaparkhilversum.nl

Hilversum

Hilversum, dubbed the Media City, seamlessly fuses its rich history with contemporary prominence. A hub for both the Dutch media industry and classical music, this vibrant town evolved from its early days of radio broadcasting in the 20th century.

Home to major Dutch television and radio networks, Hilversum is also a cultural destination hosting world-class orchestras and prestigious classical music events. The town's studios and concert halls resonate with creativity, embodying its commitment to media excellence and artistic expression.

Beyond its professional facets, Hilversum offers a charming ambiance with leafy parks, picturesque neighborhoods, and cultural attractions, creating a unique blend of modernity and tradition. In essence, Hilversum's dual identity encapsulates its commitment to creativity, innovation, and cultural diversity, making it a captivating destination for residents and visitors alike.

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