2024 IPPA Piano Pedagogy Conference
University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
July 6th - 9th, 2024
Innovation, creativity and internationalization are the themes of the 2024 IPPA Piano Pedagogy Conference. Exchange ideas with other teachers, scholars, pre-college students and higher education faculty in hands-on sessions sharing insight and growth. It aims to present practical and down-to-earth guidance for your daily teaching and practicing. We recognize excellent teachers and appreciate their great teaching efforts. We want to hear your insights and wisdom on piano teaching.
The 1st edition of the IPPA Piano Pedagogy Conference will be hosted by IPPA (International Piano Professionals Association). Under the leadership of world-class piano pedagogue Dr. Scott McBride Smith, it is dedicated to advancing the piano profession through piano competitions, pedagogy symposiums, workshops, concerts, teacher training, piano masterclasses and the fostering of international piano exchange programs at the University of Kansas School of Music, which is known for its strong piano pedagogy program.
What is included in each program?
Access to all masterclasses, workshops, pedagogy lectures, symposiums, and discussion panels is available. You are cordially invited to apply to give a presentation, join the panel as a guest speaker, perform in the Teachers Showcase Recital, as well as share your teaching wisdom with this community. Selected proposals will receive a $100 honorary discount.
This program is open for piano students under 18 years old, looking for performance, masterclasses and creative activities in this conference. Attendees will receive:
- Participate in one open masterclass
- Performance class (gain stage experience and confidence)
- Improvisation Workshop – enhance creativity
- Feature in the Student Honor Recital in Swarthout Recital Hall
- Extra private lessons available to apply after the competition
There are limited spots in this program; reservations are made on a first-come-first-served basis.
Access to all masterclasses, workshops, pedagogy lectures, symposiums, and discussion panels is available. You are cordially invited to apply to give a presentation, join the panel as a guest speaker, perform in the Student Honor Recital.
This workshop is designed for pianists seeking strategies for planning their future piano careers. The aim of this workshop is to assist you in shaping the development of your professional profile. Activities include:
1 One on One instruction on writing a professional cover letter and CV
2 Writing Teaching Philosophy
3 Participating in a simulated interview with faculty and receiving one-on-one feedback
4 Engaging in one on one career development discussions with faculty
5 OPT and O-1 Visa applying planning and strategies for international students
All attendees can apply additional private lessons with conference faculty. Please reach out our staff for your request.
Detailed information about this conference
In addition to attending events, conference-goers can participate as a Pedagogy Presenter as well. Presenters will be promoted world wide (posters, social media, etc.).
Deadline for application to be a Pedagogy Presenter is June 10th, 2024. Please include:
The title of the proposed paper; 200-300word abstract;100-word biography; institutional affiliation or independent scholar status; and your contact information.
Presentation lengths:
45-minute presentations are open for young professionals, individual piano teachers with 10 years of experience, as well as college and university piano faculty to apply. 25-minute presentations are open for collegiate piano students to apply. There will be 5 minutes allocated for Q&A at the end for each session. The conference will provide necessary facilities such as projectors or pianos to accommodate the presentations.
All presenters are required to register for the conference. Selected proposals will receive a $100 honorary discount.
If you are interested in sharing your insights among the following topics, choose one and identify it in your registration form.
Panel Session one: Stylistic teaching in Baroque piano Repertoire
Panel Sessions two: How does AI influence our teaching ?
Panel Session three: Students’ learning style changed drastically over the past 10 years. How can we as piano teachers keep up with the ever-changing world?
Subject to change
July 6th ,2024
9:00am-6:00pm 2024 IPPA Conero International Piano Competition Final Round (Open to public)
Conference Registration for early arrivals
7:30pm-9:00pm Winner Concert and Award Ceremony for Young Artist Category
July 7th, 2024
9:00am -12:00pm 2024 IPPA Conero International Piano Competition Final Round (Open to public)
Conference Registration
2:00pm Opening of the Conference
2:30pm – 3:30pm Symposium: What do Judges hear? Featuring the final round judges on the panel
3:45pm – 5:00pm Taubman Piano Technique Workshop – Dr. Michael Esch
5:30pm – 7:00pm DeBruce Center ( Dinner Option )
7:30pm IPPA Honorary Teachers and Student Showcase Recital
July 8th, 2024
9:00am – 10:00am Intermediate masterclass / Piano Technique Clinic (SRH, Baustien)
10:10am – 10:55am Pedagogy Forum Session 1 (SRH)
Pedagogy Presentation (Room 404, 402, 238 )
11:00am-12:00pm Advanced masterclass （ SRH, Baustien）
Lunch Break
2:00pm-3:30pm Presentations (Room 404, 402, 238 SRH)
3:45pm – 5:00pm Dr. Scott McBride Smith Baroque Workshop
5:00pm – 5:45pm Panel discussion Topic 3
7:30pm-9:00pm Winner Concert and Award Ceremony for Professional Artist Category
Collaborate with St. Petersburg String Quartet
July 9th, 2024
9:00am – 10:00am Intermediate masterclass/ Piano Technique Clinic (SRH, Baustien)
10:10am – 10:55am Pedagogy Forum Session 2 ( SRH)
Pedagogy Presentation (Room 440, 402,238)
11:00am-12:00pm Advanced masterclass ( SRH)
Lunch Break
2:00pm-3:00pm Presenters (Room 404, 402, 238 SRH)
3:10pm – 4:10pm Dr. Nicholas Susi Fingering Workshop
4:30pm-5:30pm Teachers Showcase Recital (SRH)
6:30pm Closing notes and final banquet
| Program | Early Bird (Before May 31st) | After May 31st |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Piano Program | $265 | $295 |
| Pedagogy Scholar/Teacher | $295 | $325 |
| Collegiate Student | $135 | $165 |
| Daily Rate (optional) | $115 | _____ |
| Career Development Workshop(optional) | $195 | _____ |
| Final Dinner Banquet(optional) | $50 | _____ |
| Parents/Accompany(optional) | $80 | _____ |
| KU On-Campus Residence Hall (includes breakfast) (optional) | $76/night (Private room) ; $68/night(shared room) | _____ |
- This conference requires participants under the age of 18 to be accompanied by one of their parents or a guardian. The accompanying person needs to apply for the Parents/Accompany Program in order to access all the concerts and related activities at the conference.
- Refund Policy: Before June 10th, 50% of program fees and 50% of KU housing fees are refundable. After June 10th, 2024, both program fees and KU housing fees will not be refundable.
Accommodation
KU Campus Residence Hall Housing
KU Campus Residence Hall Housing Option:
Group Conference Rate for private room including breakfast: $76.00/person/night
On-Campus reservations option can be selected in registration form.
Deadline for applying university housing is June 15th, 2024
It is 8-10 mins walk from Murphy hall, KU School of Music.
IPPA Pedagogy Event Highlights
Conference Committee:
Conference Planning: Dr. Scott McBride Smith; Dr. Ivy Lu Wang; Dr. Nicholas Susi; Danlei Yang
Advisory Committee: Linda Mannering; Dr. Rosy Ge; Dr. Alejandro Avila
Conference Coordinator Assistant: Aleia Gonzalez