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The Festival for Creative Pianists is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a vision of uplifting creative expression and nurturing creative skills at the piano. We offer programs and opportunities for creative pianists of all ages and skill levels.
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A special invitation from Alexa Stier, our Pianist in Residence, for her upcoming Festival Headline Concert!

Date & Time: Friday, August 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Location: Montpelier Performing Arts Hub (35 College St, Montpelier, VT 05602)

Get your tickets today!

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July 30, 2026 at 4:34 AM
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Want to share your music on stage? 🎶

Everyone is welcome to sign up for our Community Piano Recital on August 8th at the Montpelier Performing Arts Hub.

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July 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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Location is no longer a barrier! 🎶

After an incredible in-person comeback last year, we’re excited to integrate our virtual options for 2026! Click the link below to learn more and secure your spot today!

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July 26, 2026 at 1:40 PM
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One of our festival's core missions is to provide opportunities for creative pianists of all ages and skill levels—which is why we proudly offer the Adult Learner Pass! 🎹✨

Learn more and enroll today!
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July 25, 2026 at 12:55 AM
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GOOD NEWS: We’ve extended our enrollment deadline to August 2nd!

Experience our unique creative festival in Montpelier, VT or virtually from August 5th–8th, 2026. Enroll now!

www.festivalforcreativepianists.org/inperson-fes...

#musiceducation #summerfestival #creativity #piano #montpeliervermont
July 21, 2026 at 3:24 AM
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Now in its 26th year, the Festival for Creative Pianists brings together piano students, educators, and artists of all ages to explore creativity, learning, and connection. Join us this summer in Vermont! Learn more about the festival: www.festivalforcreativepianists.org/inperson-fes...
June 30, 2026 at 3:13 PM
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Don’t miss the Festival Headline Concert featuring our Pianist in Residence, Alexa Stier! ✨

Friday, August 7, 2026
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Montpelier Performing Arts Hub (35 College St, Montpelier, VT)

Ticket & Detail:
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June 24, 2026 at 1:35 PM
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We’re excited to introduce four festival access/participation options to choose from in 2026!

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#musiceducation #summerfestival #piano #montepeliervermont
June 11, 2026 at 12:27 AM
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Pianists looking to add new works to their repertoire — explore the Abundant Silence catalog and get 30% off your entire order through May 31, 2026 with code CelebrateNewMusic2026.
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#newmusic #piano #sheetmusic #livingcomposer #publishing
May 28, 2026 at 5:56 AM
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We are excited to share the Schedule Overview for August 2026! Learn more about the festival and enrollment details: www.festivalforcreativepianists.org/inperson-fes...
#musiceducation #summerfestival #creativity #piano #montepeliervermont
May 27, 2026 at 7:48 PM
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In-person festival program in August now open for enrollment!!

Enroll today - www.festivalforcreativepianists.org/inperson-fes...
May 25, 2026 at 5:57 PM
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We are so excited to share an introductory interview with our 2026 Pianist in Residence, Alexa Stier!
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2026 Pianist in Residence: Alexa Stier Interview — Festival for Creative Pianists
We are excited to introduce our 2026 Pianist in Residence, Alexa Stier . Hailed for her "colorful, flexible, and expressive playing" (Res Musica), Alexa has performed extensively throughout Europ...
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May 13, 2026 at 9:58 PM
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Here is another installment of our commentary series with Pianist in Residence Daniel Inamorato — recorded at FOCAM in February — where he shares his thoughts on each piece he performed. This installment features From The Temple of Dendera by Andrew List!

#andrewlist #danielinamorato #newmusic
April 22, 2026 at 1:58 PM
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Continuing our series of commentaries by our Pianist in Residence Daniel Inamorato — recorded at FOCAM in February — where he shares his thoughts on each piece he performed.
Today's commentary features On The Wing by Andrew List!

#andrewlist #danielinamorato #abundantsilence #newmusic #birds
April 21, 2026 at 1:58 PM
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We are excited to finally share a series of commentaries by our Pianist in Residence Daniel Inamorato — recorded at FOCAM in February — where he shares his thoughts on each piece he performed. We're kicking it off with E U R Y D I C E by Alex Burtzos!

#newmusic #pianosolo #eurydice
April 21, 2026 at 2:21 AM
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E U R Y D I C E (2024) by Alex Burtzos

2025 Abundant Silence Composition Contest Winning Piece

Performed by Daniel Inamorato

#newmusic #piano #compositioncontest #eurydice
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E U R Y D I C E (2024) by Alex Burtzos
YouTube video by Abundant Silence
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April 14, 2026 at 1:09 PM
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On The Wing (2012) by Andrew List

A Song Cycle in Celebration of Birds (excerpt)
II. Of Sparrows
VIII. Vulture
IX. Flamingo

Performed by Daniel Inamorato

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#newmusic #piano #voice #birds
On The Wing (2012) by Andrew List
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April 13, 2026 at 1:34 PM
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… and long was the discontent (2025) by Aaryn S. Ricucci-Hill
Commissioned by Abundant Silence
Premiered by Daniel Inamorato

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#newmusic #piano #liverecording
… and long was the discontent (2025) by Aaryn S. Ricucci-Hill
YouTube video by Abundant Silence
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April 12, 2026 at 1:34 PM
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The Lunatic (2019) by Che Buford
Text By Charles Simic

Performed by Daniel Inamorato

#newmusic #piano #voice #chebuford #danielinamorato

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The Lunatic (2019) by Che Buford
YouTube video by Abundant Silence
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April 11, 2026 at 12:25 PM
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From The Temple of Dendera (2011) by Andrew List
Excerpts Nos. 1–6 of Twelve Etudes for Piano Inspired by the Egyptian Zodiac

Performed by Daniel Inamorato
youtu.be/LKY44k3gowY

#newmusic #piano #egyptianzodiac
From The Temple of Dendera (2011) by Andrew List
YouTube video by Abundant Silence
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April 10, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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Like Eyes (2025) by Che Buford
for voice, body, and fixed media

2025 Festival for Creative Pianists/Abundant Silence
Collaborative commissioning of a new work:
Daniel Inamorato × Che Buford

Premiered by Daniel Inamorato
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Like Eyes (2025) by Che Buford
YouTube video by Abundant Silence
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April 9, 2026 at 11:50 AM
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We’re excited to share that videos of the final gala concert performed by our 2025 Pianist in Residence, Daniel Inamorato, at the 2026 FOCAM, are now live on our Abundant Silence YouTube channel!

Relive the entire concert through our playlist:
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2026 FOCAM Final Gala Concert - YouTube
Final Gala Concert Bryan Hall Theatre Saturday, February 7, 2026 Featured Performer Daniel Inamorato, piano Like Eyes (2025) – premiere by Che Buford The Lun...
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April 8, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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The final gala concert at FOCAM was the highlight of our visit. We’re grateful to everyone who made this concert possible and to those who followed along with our FOCAM experience. We look forward to sharing more about the pieces featured at the gala concert. More soon.
#newmusic #livingcomposers
February 17, 2026 at 10:51 PM
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One of the most meaningful parts of FOCAM was the opportunity to connect. Throughout the festival, we exchanged thoughtful feedback, explored ideas for new works, and engaged in sincere conversations about each composer’s creative process.

#newmusic #festival #wsu #livingcomposers #community
February 16, 2026 at 3:35 PM
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It’s hard to believe a week has already passed since FOCAM! We’d like to take a moment to reflect on this wonderful experience by sharing some photos of performances, presentation and the venues. Our heartfelt thanks to FOCAM. Stay tuned for more festival reflections.
#newmusic #festival #wsu
February 15, 2026 at 8:23 PM