Historical background of
the International Piano Academy
Lake Como
“The International Piano Academy Lake Como was created in 2002 with Martha Argerich as President of Honour and William Grant Naboré as the Artistic Director. In nearly 25 years of existence, today it is universally recognised as one of the most prestigious and innovative piano schools in the world!
The International Piano Academy is a unique institution. Seven pianists, chosen annually from a worldwide field of applicants including many international prizewinners , have the opportunity of studying with a faculty whose core membership are some of the greatest pianists past and present.
Since the beginning of the International Piano Academy Lake Como, our mission has been to form exceptional young pianists but also to nurture and hone their skills as teachers for future generations.
Our program has, over the years, paid off handsomely producing some of the finest pianists and pedagogues of the present generation.”
Piano Academy
Villa Vescovo, or Palace of the Bishop was built in the 17th Century by the family of Marquis Cossoni. It was acquired by the bishop of Como in 1854 and about 100 years later by the town of Dongo, who undertook the complete renovation with financial support of the Comunita Montana Valli del Lario e del Ceresio. It became the home of the Civic institute of Music of Alto Lario and since end of 2003 also of the International Piano Academy Lake Como.
Via Statale, 14 – 22014 Dongo (CO) – Italia