Connecting Global Piano
Educators and Musicians
Join us for the very 1st version of our conference
30th Oct. - 1st Nov. 2026
Engage in inspiring lectures and masterclasses.
Be part of an evolving international community of piano educators!
Collaborate with international music educators and scholars.
Be part of an evolving international community of piano educators through an exceptional experience!
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Connecting Music Educators Worldwide and in Cyprus!
Our mission is to unite piano pedagogy scholars, teachers, and musicians globally through cultural exchanges and enriching musical experiences in Cyprus - a special place torn by conflict but with an unlocked global potential.
About Our Conference
We aspire to foster collaboration through structured discussions, lectures, workshops, an exhibition, and a closing recital, enhancing the community's musical landscape and promoting international connections in music education.
Our shared desire is to promote community building and unity in a special environment and offer opportunities to discuss, learn from the best, and open the community to the people.
1st International Piano Pedagogy Conference
HIGHLIGHTS
Closing Recital
Join us for our exhilarating closing recital, a celebration of talent and artistry that promises to captivate and inspire!
Participate in masterclasses and workshops designed to elevate teaching techniques and foster community engagement.
Workshops / Masterclasses
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Meet our Team!
Advisory Board Committee List:
Mr. Panos Messis Chair, Chapel Hill School of Musical Arts, USA
Dr. Christopher Fisher Co-Chair, Ohio University, USA
Dr. Thomas Swenson, The Music Academy of North Carolina, USA
Dr. Sara Ernst, University of Oklahoma, USA
Dr. Yiannis Miralis, European University Cyprus, Cyprus EU
Dr. Vanessa Cornett, University of Saint Thomas, USA
Dr. Paola Savvidou, University of Michigan, USA
Dr. Lesley McAllister, Baylor University, USA
Mr. Paul Harris, Educationalist/Publisher, United Kingdom
Dr. Sally Cathcart, The Piano Teachers' Course UK, United Kingdom
Dr. Janet Lopinsky, The Royal Conservatory, Canada
Dr. Gary Ingle, CEO Emeritus MTNA
Dr. Dylan Savage, The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, USA
Dr. Thomas Lanners, Oklahoma State University, USA
Mr. Keith Snell, Composer/Publisher, Kjos Piano Series, USA / United Kingdom
Planning Committee List:
Mr. Panos Messis Chair, Chapel Hill School of Musical Arts, USA
Dr. Christopher Fisher Co-Chair, Ohio University, USA
Dr. Thomas Swenson, The Music Academy of North Carolina, USA
Dr. Gary Ingle
Dr. Sara Ernst, University of Oklahoma, USA
Dr. Yiannis Miralis, European University Cyprus, Cyprus EU
Our mission is to bring together piano pedagogy and music education scholars from around the world, along with piano teachers, music educators, and musicians from the different communities in Cyprus through music.
Panos Messis
Senior Piano Instructor
Chapel Hill School of Musical Arts
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