July 5 – August 15, 2026

Session I: July 5 – July 25
OR
Session II: July 26 – August 15
Ages 14-19*

Please note: 2026 program dates, lengths, and locations subject to change due to extenuating circumstances.

Co-Directed by Victor Cayres and Melinda Lee Masur, the Young Artists Piano Program (YAPP) is a three-week intensive summer training program (session I or session II) for advanced pianists. Admission to the program is highly competitive and is limited to a class size that emphasizes individualized attention.

  • Individual lessons
  • Master classes and guest lectures
  • Seminars in topics relevant to piano performance practice, history, interpretation, programming, and repertoire
  • Elective courses in music theory, music history, health and wellness, and more
  • Performance opportunities
  • Boston University transferable course credit

*The Young Artists Piano Program is open to high school students who have not yet begun full-time college or conservatory study.