NCKP 2023: The Piano Conference

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Join us in 2023!

NCKP 2023: The Piano Conference (the National Conference on Keyboard Pedagogy) offers an inspiring experience dedicated to piano teaching, learning, and performing.

Returning to the Westin Chicago Lombard Hotel, the in-person conference in July includes four days of engaging concerts, keynotes, PEDx presentations, sessions, and more. The online event in June includes two and a half days of keynotes, teaching demonstrations, social events, and concerts, as well as dynamic sessions in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Online Event: Friday-Sunday, June 9-11, 2023
In-Person Conference: Wednesday-Saturday, July 26-29, 2023

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NCKP is truly the premiere conference and gathering with the top leaders in the field. It’s a week to be inspired, lifted up, and connect with the best in our field.

Former NCKP Attendee

This was definitely a major event in the history of piano pedagogy at international level.

Former NCKP Attendee

I was so impressed with the quality of every presentation and the amount of work and passion that each presenter put into their lecture.

Former NCKP Attendee

This conference was not only informative, but fun! It pushed the boundaries of what type of artists and music we can expect to hear. . . I appreciated the efforts of diversity and pushing people to move past a moment to join a movement.

Former NCKP Attendee

the conference [was] so informative, accessible, and meaningful. Your dedicated service to music/keyboard education certainly changes the world! I am deeply moved.

Former NCKP Attendee

I was astonished at the breadth and depth. Really the whole thing was outstanding.

Former NCKP Attendee

I love that NCKP was multi-faceted and diverse in its representation of music teachers across America, challenging [us] to think outside the box of what defines us as piano teachers.

Former NCKP Attendee

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Explore the schedule

Both the online and in-person events will feature unique and robust programming with committee tracks incorporated into every conference day. This will allow all registrants an opportunity to experience a wide variety of thoughtfully programmed sessions, workshops, lecture recitals, keyboard labs, and panels. Additionally, both portions of NCKP 2023 will feature exciting celebrations and social events to honor NCKP’s 25th anniversary and to provide plentiful opportunities to enjoy the gathering of our community.

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VIEW IN-PERSON SCHEDULE

ACCESS THE APP

The NCKP 2023 Online Event app is now live! The NCKP app is your portal to engagement with pianists from all over the world through live presentation sessions and Q&As, discussion boards, photo sharing, competitions to win prizes, and attendee-to-attendee networking features. Register today to begin exploring all NCKP online has to offer.

The platform is available on both desktop and mobile:

Desktop Access: Follow the link below, click “Web App,” and login with the email address with which you registered. For best results, use the Chrome web browser.
Mobile Access: Follow the link below, click on App Store (for Apple users) or Google Play (for Android users), download the app, and login with the email address with which you registered.

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LEARN MORE ABOUT NCKP: THE PIANO CONFERENCE

Only happening once every two years, NCKP: The Piano Conference is the premiere gathering for pianists to learn foundational teaching practice, discover new teaching and performance repertoire, network with other professionals in the field, and explore the latest in piano resources, ideas, and trends. Attendees have the opportunity to attend teaching demonstrations, concerts, and workshops led by some of the most respected educators in the world, as well as participate in discussions about important topics in piano pedagogy. In its 25th anniversary year, NCKP 2023 will be a robust experience you won’t want to miss!