New Orleans Piano Institute Directors, Dr. Igor Resnianski and Dr. Hristo Birbochukov will select approximately thirty-two pianists to participate in the 2025 New Orleans Piano Institute.

Accepted participants will enjoy an intensive solo performance week-long summer program designed for advanced and intermediate college, high school, and junior high school pianists. The 2025 NOPI participants will receive private lessons from internationally distinguished faculty, perform in master classes, attend lectures and discussions, perform in a Showcase Recital. 

Besides participation in the institute, the NOPI participants may choose to participate in the NOPI Concerto Competition (NOPICC) sponsored by Steinway of New Orleans and The Steinway Society of New Orleans. The winner of the Concerto Competition will receive a $500 cash prize and the opportunity to perform with the New Orleans Civic Symphony during the next season. Please click the link below for more information about the NOPI deadlines, repertoire, competition requirements, and prizes.