Festival Overview

This year’s festival will have two sessions that students and parents can decide to join – either one or both of them:

Week 1: Contursi, Italy

Tuition: €750 (Lodging and food included.)

Dates: June 23rd – 27th, 2025

Location: The four star Hotel Terme Rosapepe 1907

https://www.termerosapepe.com/

Contursi is located 3 hours south of Rome, outside of Naples and close to Salerno.

Vilacello Italy Schedule:

Monday – Wednesday:

9 am – 12 pm: masterclasses and private lessons

12 pm – 1 pm: lunch

1 – 3 pm: rest or practice

3 pm – 5 pm: chamber rehearsals

Thursday and Friday:

Student Performances 

11 am – 1 pm & 5 pm – 7 pm

Week 2: Reading, Pennsylvania

Tuition: $1,200

Dates: August 11th – 17th, 2025

Location: Alsace Lutheran Church

Students will receive instruction and coachings during the week which will culminate in a solo performance on Friday and a chamber music performance on Sunday, in which they will be able to showcase their growth and what they have been working on.

First Day

The first day will start with an orientation at 8 am, in which students receive their detailed schedule for the week and get to know the faculty and other students.

Monday thru Sunday

Each day will consist of:

• 1:1 instruction
• Chamber instruction
• Masterclasses
• Individual practice time
• Student Solo Showcases

Recitals during the week

TBA

Sunday August 17th Final Recital

Vilacello Young Artist Chamber Recital