Chicago Duo Piano Festival: Winter Mini-Fest 2026
1490 Chicago Avenue, Evanston
United States
$175. Tuition includes coachings, Saturday lunch, and participation in student recital.
Join the Chicago Duo Piano Festival for Winter Mini-Fest!
Registration Deadline: Friday, January 30, 2026
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Don't miss a weekend of fun and a special opportunity to meet other pianists and build pianistic and ensemble skills.
Artistic Directors: Claire Aebersold & Ralph Neiweem
Program Director: Katherine K. Lee
Open to pianists age 8 to adult: Late beginner level and up - Suzuki Book 2; Music for the Millions Vol. 17
2026 Winter MiniFest Schedule of Events
Students are expected to be present at all performances including faculty and student recitals to support their peers.
LOCATION
Evanston: 1490 Chicago Avenue (enter Grove Street)
Note: paid street parking is available (2-hour limit) or use the Church Street Parking Garage
Friday, February 27
6:30 PM Check-in
7:00 PM Faculty Recital & Reception
CDPF students free + one guest
$30 General Admission
Saturday, February 28
10 AM-12 PM Coachings
12-1 PM Lunch (provided)
1-5 PM Coachings
Sunday, March 1
1-4 PM Coachings
4-6 PM Final Student Recital: Nichols Concert Hall
