Bruno Giuranna
Born into a family of musicians, Bruno Giuranna is one of the founders of I Musici, of the Quartetto di...
Advanced Programme
Chamber Music
All coursesBruno Giuranna, Enrico Pace
ENTRANCE EXAMS
June 12, 2026
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
May 25, 2026
Bruno Giuranna leads the Advanced Course in Chamber Music for Strings and Piano, an advanced training programme focused on concert activity, aimed at pre-formed chamber ensembles, from trios to quintets. The course consists of ten monthly sessions, each lasting three days, of which two will be led by Enrico Pace, who will focus on the preparation of the artistic performance.
The participating ensembles will also have access to the complementary activities organized by the Stauffer Academy. Among these, particular emphasis is placed on public performances, with the Session Recitals, monthly appointments integrated into the course, and the Artistic Projects that provide students with concrete opportunities to engage with live performance. Additionally, the groups enrolled in the course are regularly recommended to concert institutions for potential inclusion in their seasons.
The Stauffer Foundation fully covers the tuition fees for the Academy’s courses, exempting admitted students from any payment. In return for this support, students are required to commit to the Academy’s educational program, respecting attendance schedules and demonstrating a participatory and proactive spirit in the activities organized to foster and support their artistic development.
Academic Year 2026-2027
Lesson Schedule:
- 27, 28, 29, 30 October 2026 – Bruno Giuranna
- 9, 10, 11, 12 November 2026 – Bruno Giuranna
- 10, 11, 12 November 2026 – Enrico Pace
- 1, 2, 3, 4 December 2026 – Bruno Giuranna
- 10, 11, 12 January 2027 – Enrico Pace
- 12, 13, 14, 15 January 2027 – Bruno Giuranna
- 16, 17, 18, 19 February 2027 – Bruno Giuranna
- 9, 10, 11, 12 March 2027 – Bruno Giuranna
- 6, 7, 8, 9 April 2027 – Bruno Giuranna
- 11, 12, 13, 14 May 2027 – Bruno Giuranna
- 7, 8, 9, 10 June 2027 – Bruno Giuranna
Academic Year 2025-2026
Lesson Schedule:
8-10 October 2025;
29-31 October 2025;
3-5 December 2025;
14-16 January 2026;
4-6 March 2026;
25-27 March 2026;
10-12 April 2026 (with Enrico Pace);
4-6 May 2026;
9-11 June 2026.
Second lesson with Enrico Pace: dates to be confirmed.
How to apply
The course is open to pre-existing string and piano ensembles, from trio to quintet, of any nationality, with members not exceeding 30 years of age as of the application deadline.
Applications must be submitted online by no later than 11:59 PM on May 25, 2026, by completing the form through the button “Apply now” and attaching the following documents:
- A valid ID;
- A copy of the diploma or certificate of studies;
- A curriculum vitae, preferably with a list of the studied repertoire;
- The programme for the entrance exam.
A non-refundable annual registration fee of EUR 55.00 is required when submitting the application.
Applications must be submitted by each member of the ensemble.
Tuition fees are fully covered by the Stauffer Foundation; travel, accommodation and living expenses in Cremona are to be borne by the students.
Entrance exams
The entrance exams will be held live on June 12, 2026, at the Stauffer Academy, Via S. Martino 6, Cremona.
Entrance exam programme
The exam programme consists of two complete works of different historic periods.
The Professor may request the performance of all or part of the programme.
The results of the entrance exams will be communicated following the completion of the entrance exams.
Enrico Pace
Born in Rimini, Enrico Pace studied with Franco Scala at the Pesaro Conservatory, where he also graduated in composition and...
