The Verbier Festival Academy’s Soloists & Ensembles programme brings together some of the most promising young pianists and string players of their generation for three weeks of intensive mentorship, chamber music, and performances at the heart of the Verbier Festival. Guided by leading artists and pedagogues, they develop their individual artistry while making collaboration and chamber music an essential part of their experience in Verbier.

Up to seven from each solo discipline and one ensemble are invited each year. A select number of promising junior students, aged 13 to 15, are also invited to soak up the Festival experience with the aim of inspiring them to apply for full Academy positions in the future.

Programmes dates: 11 July – 2 August 2027

Deadline: 11 January 2027

Application Fee: EUR 105 (EUR 55 for Junior Students).

Musicians of all nationalities may apply.

Soloists must be aged 16 to 26 on 1 July 2027 (13 to 15 for Junior Students)

Ensembles must be aged 22 to 30 as of 1 July 2027 (average age of members). Only ensembles in trio and quartet formations may apply (strings, winds or either with piano).