Arrival & Departure
Events will begin the evening of 04 July. The final festival event will be on the evening of 16 July; this is also the last night of accommodation. Check-out for everyone is during morning hours of 16 July. Participants should compare costs of arriving in various regional airports; recommended are Milan Malpensa or Linate, in addition to Zurich, Switzerland. Regardless of which airport you choose, you will need to take a train to arrive in Maccagno (on Lago Maggiore, just south of Swiss border). Complete travel instructions will be sent in June to all attending participants.
Sight Seeing
Maccagno’s proximity to Milan, and the ski resort areas of the French/Swiss Alps offers plenty to suit both the outdoor enthusiast as well as those interested in urban shopping and cuisine. We encourage participants to either arrive early, or plan a few days for travel following the festival.
Honing Your Craft
Practice facilities with pianos are available throughout the day and into early evening hours. Composers are encouraged to bring a laptop (Finale/Sibelius software). Each participant will receive a minimum of two private lessons (and/or master classes) during the festival period.
More Questions?
We’re happy to help; please email us at newmusic@soundscapefestival.org