Altissimo Conservatory has shaped the world's most celebrated classical musicians for over a century. Our faculty of renowned artists guides each student toward their highest potential.
Our Philosophy
Three foundational pillars that define our approach to musical mastery and artistic development.
Rigorous technical training forms the bedrock of every student's education. We instill disciplined practice, refined technique, and the physical precision that enables true musical expression.
Beyond notes and tempo lies the art of interpretation. Our faculty guides students to find their unique artistic voice — to understand the soul of each composition and convey it with authenticity.
Music lives in performance. From intimate recitals to grand concert halls, we cultivate presence, resilience, and the ability to communicate profound emotion to every audience.
Academic Programs
Four rigorous programs designed to develop professional-caliber musicians for the international stage.
A comprehensive four-year programme in solo and chamber piano performance, repertoire spanning the Baroque to contemporary era.
Violin, viola, cello, and double bass studies with emphasis on orchestral leadership, chamber music, and solo repertoire.
Classical voice training in opera, art song (Lieder), and oratorio, with full stagecraft and language coaching in Italian, German, and French.
Develop your compositional voice through study of counterpoint, orchestration, and contemporary notation with world-renowned composers on faculty.
The Conservatory
Housed in a landmark nineteenth-century building in the heart of the city, Altissimo Conservatory offers an unparalleled environment for musical study. Our twelve practice studios, two concert halls, and world-class library create a space where dedication flourishes.
Each practice room is acoustically engineered for optimal sound. Steinway concert grands grace every studio. Our digital archive contains over 80,000 scores and recordings for student research.
Explore Our FacilitiesAdmissions Journey
Our selective admissions process identifies exceptional talent and artistic promise.
Complete our online application with your artistic biography, academic transcripts, and a video recording of two contrasting pieces from your primary instrument. Applications open September 1st annually.
Our faculty panel reviews all submitted materials. Approximately 30% of applicants are invited to the live audition round. Notifications are sent within four weeks of the application deadline.
Invited candidates perform before a jury of faculty members, present prepared repertoire, and demonstrate sight-reading ability. A brief interview explores artistic goals and musical philosophy.
The full admissions committee reviews audition results. Outstanding candidates are considered for merit-based scholarships covering up to 80% of tuition costs. All decisions are made holistically.
Accepted students receive their faculty studio assignment, tailored to their artistic profile and goals. Orientation begins four weeks before the academic year commences each September.
Our History
Maestro Ludwig Ehrhardt establishes Altissimo as an intimate studio for advanced piano studies, attracting Europe's most gifted young musicians.
A second campus opens in London's Mayfair, broadening the curriculum to include orchestral strings, voice, and the nascent field of music theory.
The landmark New York building is inaugurated, featuring the 800-seat Ehrhardt Concert Hall that has since hosted countless world premieres.
The Altissimo Digital Archive is established, preserving over 80,000 historical scores, recordings, and manuscripts for scholars worldwide.
Alumni Voices
Begin Your Journey
Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year are now open. We welcome candidates of exceptional talent who aspire to the highest level of classical music performance or composition.
Scholarships are available for all admitted students based on artistic merit and demonstrated financial need. Our admissions team is available to answer all enquiries.