VIPA - Valencia International Performing Arts Summer Festival

11/03/2026

FACULTY SPOTLIGHT 🎼

Evis Sammoutis is known for music that blends lyricism, theatricality, and vivid imagination. His works have been performed across Europe and beyond, and his mentorship focuses on developing a composer’s unique voice and expressive clarity. Come work with Evis at VIPA 2026 in Valencia!

Deadline: March 15. Apply today!

03/03/2026

FACULTY SPOTLIGHT: HELGA ARIAS

Helga Arias creates music that is refined, exploratory, and deeply attentive to texture and sonic detail. Her international career and distinctive artistic language make her an inspiring mentor for composers seeking to expand their palette.
Join her this summer at VIPA in Valencia - Apply by March 15!

02/03/2026

Great news! We’ve just opened a few more spots for our Composition program, and applications are now due on March 15th. Apply now for an incredible summer in Valencia, where your music will be performed by the VIPA ensembles in residency. Visit our website for information!

25/02/2026

FACULTY SPOTLIGHT 🎹

Amy Williams is internationally recognized for her intricate, imaginative, and technically brilliant mus is internationally recognized for her intricate, imaginative, and technically brilliant music.

A composer and pianist, she brings deep insight into instrumental writing and performer collaboration — an invaluable perspective for emerging composers.
Work with her this July at VIPA in Valencia!

Applications close March 1.

📸 by Rob Davidson

23/02/2026

Calling all emerging composers!
The 2026 VIPA Composition Program in Valencia, Spain is still accepting applications — and the deadline is March 1.
✔️ Write a new piece
✔️ Hear it performed by either the Mivos Quartet, Valencia International Contemporary Ensemble, or the David Moliner / Juanjo Llopico Duo
✔️ Work closely with internationally acclaimed faculty
✔️ Receive a professional recording
✔️ Be part of an inspiring artistic community
Join us July 15–24 in Valencia 🇪🇸
Apply now via the link in bio.

08/02/2026

Just a couple more weeks to apply to VIPA Composition! Submit your application by March 1st. 🎶
Visit the link in bio to learn more and apply today. ✨
https://vipafestival.org/composition/2026-application/

18/10/2025

Registration for the upcoming edition of VIPA composition 2026 is officially open!🎶

Visit the link in bio to learn more and apply today. ✨

17/10/2025

VIPA 2026 Composition Program applications now open!
Apply by January 1st with $0 application fee.
Join us in Valencia in July!

In July 2026, VIPA will be welcoming students from all over the world in Valencia — apply today to our summer composition program!

14/07/2025

Learning about Flamenco today with - what a special treat!

03/07/2025

🎹🔥 Sumérgete en el alma del flamenco con el pianista Andrés Barrios (), una de las voces más originales y deslumbrantes de la música española contemporánea, en el Festival VIPA.
Esta serie especial de tres talleres está abierta al público — ideal para amantes de la música, compositores y pianistas. Aprende sobre las raíces profundas y los ritmos apasionantes del flamenco en un formato práctico e inspirador.
🕛 Sesión I – Introducción al Flamenco I
Historia, palos y estructura musical.
🕒 Sesión II – Introducción al Flamenco II
Palmas, compás y zapateado — ¡usa tus manos y pies!
🕔 Sesión III – El Flamenco para Pianistas (LIMITADO: 12 plazas)
Improvisación, matices expresivos y adaptación del flamenco al piano.
🎟️ Las 3 sesiones: 40€
No te pierdas esta oportunidad única de vivir el flamenco desde dentro — con uno de los pianistas más innovadores y expresivos de la escena actual en España.

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🎹🔥 Dive into the soul of Flamenco with internationally acclaimed pianist Andrés Barrios, one of the most captivating and original voices in contemporary Spanish music, at VIPA Festival!
This special three-part workshop series is open to the public — perfect for music lovers, composers, and pianists alike. Learn about the deep roots and thrilling rhythms of Flamenco in a hands-on, inspiring format.
🕛 Session I – Intro to Flamenco I
History, palos, and musical structure.
🕒 Session II – Intro to Flamenco II
Palmas, compás, and zapateado — bring your hands and feet!
🕔 Session III – Flamenco for Pianists (LIMITED: 12 participants)
Improvisation, expressive nuance, and adapting Flamenco to the piano.
🎟️ All 3 sessions: 40€
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience Flamenco from the inside out — with one of Spain’s most innovative and expressive young pianists.

06/05/2025

🎹 Important Update 🎹
We’re sorry to announce that Fabio Bidini must cancel his appearance at VIPA due to health reasons. We wish him a speedy recovery and look forward to welcoming him back in the future.

🙏 Thank you for your understanding.