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The Seattle Piano Institute is a premiere program for gifted and emerging artists.

The Seattle Piano Institute (SPI) offers unique immersion summer sessions to develop and support the talent of young, aspiring classical pianists.

Study with University of Washington and Seattle Pacific distinguished faculty and a select group of peers at Seattle Pacific University Music Department.

Benefit from engaging and interactive private lessons and masterclasses, participate in guest presentations from experts in fields such as performance psychology, African music, digital music and composition, and movement and music, all while experiencing the unique beauty of the SPU campus.

Due to renovations taking place at the University of Washington School of Music in 2026, SPI will be held at the Crawford Music Building on the campus of Seattle Pacific University.

2026 Summer Immersion Piano Program

Session 1
July 7-11, 2026
(Ages 14-16)
Session 2
July 13-16, 2026
(Ages 11-13)
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SPI was an incredible opportunity that provided me with so much insight on how I can improve my playing from very supportive faculty, and allowed me to connect with like-minded musicians who love playing piano as much as I do.
— Ivanka, Session 1, 2025