International Piano Masterclass with Petra Koprivec
6.7.2026 - 11.7.2026
Grow. Create. Transform.
Join us for an inspiring summer masterclass in the peaceful setting of Sofia Academy, where music becomes a space for growth, connection, and creative expression.
Led by the renowned professor mag. Petra Koprivec, this week offers individual lessons, artistic mentorship, and a unique chamber orchestra project exploring world music and improvisation – open to all instruments and levels.
Week concludes with a final class concert – a celebration of everything we’ve created together.
Grow. Explore. Share your music.
More information, registration details, and the application deadline (1 June 2026) can be found below.
Concert Pianist, Composer, Professor,
CEO
Petra Koprivec is a concert pianist, professor, composer, and the director of Sofia Academy. She began playing the piano at the age of three and presents herself as a solo pianist, chamber music player, piano professor, and soloist with established symphony orchestras such as Slovenia's National Radio and Television Symphony Orchestra and Budapest's Danube Symphony Orchestra.
She is a prize winner of national piano competitions, a Gallus protégée and a protégée of AS foundation, a winner of the scholarship for specially talented musicians in Velenje, Slovenia for five years in a row, from 2010 to 2014 and a prize winner of the “Prešeren award".
Mastering her skills at three conservatories of music: the Franc Liszt Academy in Budapest with dr. Laszlo Baranyay, the Conservatory of Music in Ljubljana with professor Dubravka Tomi - Srebotnjak, and the Royal Conservatory of Music in Brussels with world-renowned pianist Alexandar Madzar earned her two master degrees with honors (2013) and distinction (2016).
Petra has worked with musicians such as Kaneo Quartet, Terrafolk, and Symbolic Orchestra. She is writing music for acting and dance performances. In 2017, she formed Luminarte, a sextet that performed her own compositions and musical arrangements.
Petra Koprivec co-founded Pianist's Corner, a new association based in Brussels, with Umut Vicdan in November 2019, where they opened a new venue - the very first place in Belgium hosting boutique house concerts with the world's most established and renowned artists, publishing them online - and is now expanding her organisation by opening Sofia Academy.
Her most recent and authentic project is her new Brussels-based Jazz Trio, with fellow musicians Alessio Campanozzi (IT) on double bass and Pierre Hurty (FR) on drums. A trio has a distinct sound; they perform her original compositions, which can be described as a blend of jazz, classical, and traditional music, emphasizing the importance of complex and diverse rhythms combined with sophisticated, beautiful melody and elegant harmonies.
Music. Nature. Serenity.
Join us for a tranquil retreat in nature, where you will journey within to discover yet unexplored musical dimensions. By diving into the depths of music mystery, this masterclass will honour your relationship with the
piano on a deeper level.
International Piano Masterclass
We believe that true growth and development comes from immersing oneself in an environment that is both challenging and inspiring. Our recent piano masterclass brought together students from all over the world, from Japan, Belgium to Slovenia. It was an incredible experience for all of us, sharing ideas and techniques from different musical genres, and we can't wait to do it again.
Masterclass for select students
We understand that some students prefer a more personalised and focused learning experience, which is why we offer the possibility of scheduling individual masterclass sessions at other dates. These exclusive sessions provide tailored attention and a unique opportunity to learn directly from the master.
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Olimje - Sightseeing
Studio Time
Masterclass is held at the beautiful concert hall of Studio S, a charming, wooden hall with warm acoustics and an amazing grand Shigeru Kawai piano where we are organising all:
PIANO LESSONS
LECTURES
PRACTICE TIME
WHAT WE OFFER
Piano Lessons
The luxury of having daily individual piano lessons as well as the possibility of listening to other students and group discussions.
Acommodation
We are hosting our guests in the pianist's country house, which is located at the same venue. Places are limited so make sure to reserve your spot.
There are many hotels and apartments nearby, so it is also possible to arrange accommodation on your own.
Lectures
Professor Koprivec will present three lectures on the following topics:
IMPROVISATION
SACRED GEOMETRY OF SOUND
THE ART OF RHYTHM
Food
Delicious, fresh, home-made delicacies
BREAKFAST
LUNCH
DINNER
An organised trip to visit Olimje - proclaimed as the most beautiful village in all of Europe with the oldest monastery / farmacy,
Chocolate shop Olimje and Jelenov Greben, where you can observe and feed Bambies or treat yourself in regional food delicacies and drinks.
ALL-PARTICIPANT CONCERT
11.7.2026
The entire masterclass is held in both English and Slovenian.
The application deadline is 1 June 2026. To ensure the masterclass takes place, a minimum of 4 active participants must be registered by this date. If this number is not reached by the deadline, the masterclass will unfortunately be cancelled and all applicants will be notified.
We accept a maximum of 8 active participants and up to 20 passive participants (auditors).
As places are limited, we recommend applying early to secure your spot.
