EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
CÉSAR FRANCK YOUNG TALENTS
& ORCHESTRA FESTIVAL 2026
SPRING MASTERCLASSES
Application 2026
In collaboration with the Santa Cecilia International Piano Competition & DGArtes
About the Festival
Our mission is to inspire and support young pianists by giving them an international stage to grow and push their limits. Through masterclasses, solo performances, and the unique chance to play with an orchestra, the CFYTO Festival helps them develop musically and professionally.
By bringing together talented musicians, experienced mentors, and a prestigious concert venue, our aim is to create an experience that strengthens both their skills and artistic expression.
Application Deadline : 1st of February 2026
Festival Calendar
Masterclasses
Feb 26 - March 6 2026
Location : Lijsterbessenbomenlaan 3, 1950 Kraainem
Solo Recital
Thursday, March 5 2026
Location : Antwerp
Concert with Orchestra
Sunday, March 1 2026
Location : GC De Lijsterbes Kraainem ( Lijsterbessenbomenlaan 6, 1950 Kraainem, Belgium )
Available Professors
Philippe Raskin
Masterclass & Artistic Direction
Jean-Claude Vanden Eynden
Masterclass Professor
Álvaro Teixeira Lopes
Masterclass Professor
General Information
Masterclasses Format
Each participant will receive 6 masterclasses as follows :
- 5 lessons of 45 minutes with Prof. Raskin, Prof. Teixeira Lopes & Prof. Vanden Eynden
- 1 meeting with Maestro Vahan Mardirossian ( Conductor ) or 1 extra lesson
Participants receive the schedule prior to arrival.
Performance Guidelines
Solo Concert : March 5 2026 in Antwerp. Max 10 mins performance.
Orchestra Concert : March 1 2026 at GC De Lijsterbes. One movement of a concerto.
Concerto Selection
• Bach D & F Minor
• Haydn D Major
• Mozart K. 414, 271, 595, 466
• Beethoven 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5
• Chopin 1 or 2
• Grieg Concerto
• Schumann Concerto
• Saint-Saëns 2nd
• Rachmaninov 2nd
Participants may propose a concerto outside the list subject to conductor's agreement. Multiple movements available at additional cost.
Orchestra Project
- 5 lessons + 1 meeting with Mto. Mardirossian
- Solo concert participation ( March 5 )
- Audition prior to orchestra concert
- Sunday Orchestra Concert performance
- Daily practice time & full festival access
Solo Project
- 6 lessons of 45 minutes
- Solo concert participation ( March 5 ) - Max 15 mins
- Daily practice time
- Free access to all masterclasses
Pricing Details
Masterclass fee is non-refundable. Applying is legally binding.
Bank Transfer Details
Account Name : Interpretation.eu
Bank : ING Belgium
IBAN : BE71 3630 7938 7769
BIC : GEBABEBB
Avenue des Sorbiers 6, 1950 Kraainem, BELGIUM
Registration
Fee must be sent via BANK TRANSFER by February 1st 2026. Practice rooms and accommodation options will be provided after registration.
Please refresh this page to see the form or register via this link .
Practice Rooms
Available close to venues. Extra practice time bookings follow registration.
Concert Tickets
One free ticket per participant. Limited seating, purchase extras via office.
Accommodation
Office provides local options close to venues after application.
Assistance