#RPPFGIVINGSTORY - 2019 RPPF & RPPF-Mini have climbed to the forefront of international summer festivals in just eight summer seasons. RP Friends of Piano is dedicated to providing broad-based education tuition-free on a vast array of topics by world-renowned...
Rebecca Penneys
A 4-part Conversation with Rebecca Penneys & Andres Gomez-Bravo
I was so honored and delighted when Andres, a former student, asked if I would like to have a few conversations with him via Zoom. You can find them on my YouTube channel playlist. These 4 conversations -- in English! -- with short introductions in Spanish, cover a...
Extra Learning at #RPPF2020
Last month we focused on the amazing faculty that form the core of RPPF’s daily lessons and masterclasses. Today, let’s explore the other festival events in which students participate! Faculty Soirées, Legacy Forums, and Q&As Students are immersed in a living...
RPPF’s 2020 Amazing Piano Faculty by Lara Saldanha
When we ask students about their favorite aspects of RPPF, the overwhelming response can be summarized as “lessons and faculty!” Our program is a one-stop-shop where students receive nearly a semester’s worth of lessons with world-class teachers from major schools...
RPPF Mini – Dean/Director Interview by Tabitha Columbare
One element of RPPF-Mini mentioned by alumni repeatedly is the “Interview with the Dean.” This opportunity to demystify the interview process and learn-by-doing helps our participants gain confidence and skill in representing themselves verbally. Why is it so...
The Steinway pianos at USF are made possible by the kind assistance of the Music Gallery, Clearwater, Florida. THANK YOU!