Kent International Pianoforte Courses 2026
Proudly present a series of classes, performances, prizes, a masterclass and a final concert in the historic setting of Tonbridge School, Thursday 19th - Saturday 21st February. Find out more about KIPC...
World class teaching. Inspiring location
In partnership with Tonbridge School and Steinway & Sons
Registration is open for KIPC 2026
Please mark your diaries! KIPC 2026 will take place from Thursday 19th to Saturday 21st February at Tonbridge School. Please head to the Register page to sign up. More details of tutors and timetable will be announced in due course. Please check back here occasionally to see latest developments.
Freddy Kempf to give celebrity masterclass
We are delighted to have secured Freddy Kempf to return to KIPC for this year's masterclass following his superb teaching and performance for us in 2022.
Freddy Kempf is one of today's most successful pianists performing to sell out audiences around the world. Exceptionally gifted with an unusually large repertoire, Freddy has built a unique reputation as an explosive and physical performer who is not afraid to take risks, as well as a serious, sensitive and profoundly musical artist.
Tutorial Team
A distinguished tutorial team will be assembled for the courses in February 2026, led by Noriko Ogawa as Chair, Ji Liu as Head of Performance and Tau Wey as Principal Tutor. Click here to see last year's Tutorial Team.
Click here to see 2025 Course Winners
Courses
Our courses cater for any age and are offered in these categories:
Intermediate for pianists ABRSM grades 1 to 5
Including the Prokofiev Course for adults who have recently taken up, or returned to, the piano.
Senior for grades 6 to 8
Advanced for those beyond Grade 8
Why attend?
"I know X has absolutely loved attending every year and as a parent it has been probably the most enjoyable and memorable activity we have attended over the years - not just to be able to see X perform but also to see all the other students enjoy themselves so much and develop over the years. It has certainly been one of the major influences in why X has decided to pursue a career in music."
Class Prizes
Festival Prizes
Concerto Prize with Orchestra
Recital Prizes including recital engagements
If you are a keen pianist of any standard wishing to share learning, informal and formal performances, small group classes and a festival, then you will enjoy the courses.
If you are a conservatoire student there are opportunities to win recital and concerto prizes, as well as take part in masterclasses with leading pianists.
After more than 25 successful years, most participants return the next year; the youngest enjoy the fun of the occasion; the most experienced the skilled tuition, the expert masterclasses and the further opportunities offered.
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