Pop-Up MPI
MPI returns to Philadelphia on Monday, November 23, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. Presented in collaboration with the Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, the Pop-Up MPI will take place in Presser Hall at the Settlement Music School, where Marina Piccinini will lead a masterclass for five selected flutists.
All five performer positions are tuition-free, with a pianist and rehearsal time provided. The event offers both a continuation of MPI in Switzerland and a preview of next summer’s institute.
Please note that a modest application fee of $25 is required to cover administrative costs for performers
Auditors are warmly welcome to attend free of charge. Please register in advance using the button below.
The following evening, Tuesday, November 24, 2026, Marina Piccinini will be joined by the acclaimed French harpsichordist Justin Taylor to present an all-Bach recital at the American Philosophical Society.
Accepted performers and auditors will receive complimentary tickets to the November 24 concert.
For additional concert information, please visit pcmsconcerts.org.
Location
The Concert will take place at the American Philosophical Society, located at 427 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
This venue, one of the primary locations for the Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, is rich in historic significance and architectural beauty. Attending the class at this remarkable venue offers an opportunity to experience its charm and historical significance firsthand. Designed in the elegant Italianate style, the building features a visually striking white marble façade and an impressive collection of paintings. The hall has a storied past, having once housed the Farmers' and Mechanics' Bank, which was a cornerstone of Philadelphia's financial history. During the latter part of the 19th century, it was the largest bank in the city and played a crucial role in the community's economic development.
