MUSIC ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL
25th ANNIVERSARY SEASON

It is with great pride that we present our 25th Anniversary Season. Music Academy International has been an innovator in Young Artist Programs throughout the world for the past 25 years. MAI was the first YAP to produce fully staged operas with orchestra, we were the first to provide fully integrated career management services, and MAI is the only YAP that provides studios in Opera, Musical Theatre, Chamber Music, Orchestra, Dance, Collaborative Piano, & Technical Theatre Services in one all encompassing platform, the Trentino Music Festival, which celebrates its 10th Anniversary Season in beautiful Italy.

Join us in Italy and Learn What You Love!

What Our Young Artists Say!!!

OPERA
I had the most incredible 5 weeks working with such a talented group of artists and faculty, and I miss everyone so much! There are so many memories and friendships that I will cherish forever! This was a perfect experience in Italy and I hope it is not the last. Love you all!!! – Paige, Opera (2024)

Thank you for not only teaching me how to become a better singer, but how to make music by being real. Thank you for reminding me that singing is not only about beautiful singing, it’s about being a beautiful human being capable of showing life through singing. – Susanna, Opera (2023)

I just want to say how grateful I am to all of the amazing people at the Trentino Music Festival for a wonderful experience. Thank you to Mitch, Jeanne-Michele, Robin, Neal, and David for your artistic expertise, and your support. I will never forget the five weeks spent in Mezzano and Fiera, the beautiful music we created there, and all the wonderful new friends. – Samantha, Opera (2024)

I’m really not great with ‘thank you’ posts, but on this occasion, I feel that it is important to express just how affirming these past few weeks at the Trentino Music Festival have been. The faculty, have had a truly profound impact on my musical trajectory. I can now properly start to picture myself in the world of Opera. – Elise, Opera (2022)

A lot of people, first among them Mitch Piper and Robin Blauers who took a chance on a green singer with a lot to figure out, saw something worth cultivating, and didn’t let up until I was able to realize some of what they had seen. I’m grateful for their faith, their exhaustively high standard, their guidance, and their patience. David Jackson for being the clearest conductor known to man and for his tremendous patience and clarity in guiding me through my first principle role with an orchestra, Jane Robinson for her precise insight in all things musical, textual, and vocal, and Harolyn Blackwell for working her magic and pulling more sound out of me than I thought this 22-year-old had. – Mary, Opera (2019)

MUSICAL THEATRE
To say this program changed my life is an understatement. I had so many breakthroughs during every class, and was able to rebuild my love for theatre and performing. I think about my time this summer so often, and it pushes me to challenge myself back in college. – Zoe (2024)
 
One of my favorite parts about TMF was being able to do what I love in the Dolomites. It was surreal to perform and work alongside some of the best in the business and get coaching and guidance. I got to learn about so many new concepts of theatre that I never would have if I hadn’t done this program. I appreciate the ability to play and make mistakes while being in a group of people who only want to support each other. – Natalie (2024)
 
TMF was genuinely the time of my life. I feel like I took so much from TMF and came out with the most beautiful friendships and the best training I have ever had. The faculty at TMF made the whole experience. It was a safe environment to learn and grow while also not being treated like we are children. It felt like my first real step into the professional world.  I honestly don’t have enough good things to say about this program, if I could go every year I absolutely would. – Abby (2024)

Last but not least, thank you, Mitchell Piper, for creating a program where a young creative person like me can come and be immersed in professional training by artists who have been were we are striving to go, I am eternally grateful. – Lesley, MT

ORCHESTRA
Working with Maestro Jackson was the highlight of my summer. His expertise, patience, and knowledge that he gave to us in every rehearsal was truly amazing. He provided a safe atmosphere to make mistakes and challenged us to go beyond what we knew was possible. – Carolyn, Orchestra

I got the opportunity to play for dance and opera performances, an experience I had not had in my music school. I loved the repertoire, my colleagues, and the exposure to people of so many different cultures and countries.  The faculty were beyond amazing to work with, especially Maestro Jackson.  Definitely going back again. –  Jerome, Orchestra

I had never played an opera before and to do it with a conductor from the Metropolitan Opera was amazing. The orchestra concerts were a real high point for me. Playing with musicians from so many different countries and backgrounds was truly a fabulous experience. I hope to go back again very soon. – Thomas, Orchestra