July 5 to July 17, 2026

A TUITION FREE* program of intensive piano study designed for middle and high school pianists. Set on the beautiful campus of Erskine College in Due West, South Carolina, PIPF offers a focused environment for concentrated study; a family-like atmosphere with a lot of individual attention; mentorship and lessons from the highest caliber faculty; master classes and recitals by world-renowned guest pianists; and the opportunity to perform on the beautiful concert Steinway in Memorial Hall at Erskine College as well as a field trip to Greenville, South Carolina to tour the Sigal Music Museum.

*Tuition is free for boarding participants only. There is a fee for room and board.

Faculty

This year at Palmetto Piano festival was especially meaningful!

We had an earnest and curious group; we had so many adventures! The participants got so close and were so supportive of one another. It warmed my heart and gave me hope for the next generation of pianists❤️.

Once again, the whole experience confirmed that what I am doing with this festival is making an impact, affecting young people's lives in a positive way, and providing them an intense, but safe space to learn, grow, and get to know themselves better as pianists and people.

And of course, a big thank you to everyone on my team and a big thank you to Erskine College for welcoming us again on campus!

I already cannot wait for next year!

- Dr. Amy E. Gustafson PIPF Director

Application/Recording Due Date


Early Bird Deadline: March 1, 2026.
Final Deadline: May 1, 2026.

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For more information, please contact us at: palmettopianofestival@gmail.com
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