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Chicago Duo Piano Festival

Founded in 1988 by MIC resident piano duo Claire Aebersold and Ralph Neiweem, the mission of the festival is to foster a deeper interest in the repertoire, performance, and teaching of music for piano, four hands, and two pianos, in a fun and supportive atmosphere. The Chicago Duo Piano Festival includes an annual summer festival, winter mini-fest, guest duo and faculty concerts, master classes, and student recitals. In addition, the Chicago Duo Piano Festival sponsors period national and international competitions for duo pianists.


Chicago Duo Piano Winter Mini-Fest 2025

February 28 - March 2, 2025

Registration Deadline: January 15, 2025

Join the Chicago Duo Piano Festival for mini-fest! Don't miss a weekend of fun and a special opportunity to meet other pianists and build pianistic and  ensemble skills.

For more information & Registration

Katherine Lee

Piano Faculty

Claire Aebersold Neiweem

Piano Faculty, Aebersold & Neiweem Piano Duo in Residence

Ralph Neiweem

Piano Faculty, Aebersold & Neiweem Duo Piano in Residence

Upcoming Events

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Chicago Duo Piano Festival: Winter Mini-Fest

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Chicago Duo Piano Festival: Winter Mini-Fest

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Chicago Duo Piano Festival: Winter Mini-Fest

Spring Recess

Summer Session Begins