The College is a long term program (fall and spring semester).  Students can choose to study the entire scholastic year or simply one semester. All courses are taught by professional musicians who regularly win prestigious performing arts awards and competitions. Students who are interested will have to undergo an audition that will help our instructors decipher the level and placement of each student. 

Florence is considered one of the most vibrant, arts-oriented cities in the world.  Therefore, Il Trillo has access to superb theaters, recital halls and historic churches for performances in addition to practice facilities at the school.  Small class sizes, hour-long lessons, and co-curricular opportunities guarantee a quality experience for our students.  Our open, friendly supportive atmosphere, nurtures creativity and encourages students to achieve their best. 

Apart from private lessons and instrument concentration, we offer diverse courses that change each year offering a variety to our students.  From classical voice to jazz piano, we have the program to suit your interests and needs.  Although there is a strong focus on performance within the program, you will also find courses in history, skills, harmony,diction & style, collaborative work and Italian language (IN COLLABORATION WITH Leonardo da Vinci school in Florence).

In addition to coursework, our students participate in a wide variety of classical, jazz and world music in leading venues around the city.  The curriculum includes per semester: concerts, recitals and participation masterclasses (during Masterclass Week).

The courses are designed for students at all levels:
1) Beginners: From the very first lesson students are taught the basics of reading and writing music and the execution of simple vocal or instrumental compositions.
2) Intermediate: Students will refine their technical and musical competence, study major works, harmonic analysis of scores, ear and rhythmic training. 
3) Advanced: Students will work towards perfecting their technique and interpretative skills while preparing for the next step towards a career.

The courses are designed to follow the growth of the student’s musical abilities and to achieve a high level competence in music, including: sight reading and composition, collaborations with other instruments and singers, improvement of technical and expressive skills, and ear training ability.

Our students win many international prizes, commissions, and scholarships.  All students who show outstanding ability within their field will be recommended to national and international associations and music agencies. A detailed schedule for the upcoming year can be found in the calendar.