Welcome to the Ninth Edition of the International Workshop Music Festival – Music Diaries 2026!​
An Artistic Meeting Point Where Boundaries Dissolve and Creativity Flourishes
As we proudly enter the ninth edition of the Music Diaries Festival, our commitment to artistic exploration, intercultural dialogue, and meaningful musical encounters grows deeper and more vibrant than ever.
Music Diaries 2026 continues to expand its vision by offering two distinct yet complementary experiences, connecting musicians, educators, and creators from across the world.
This year’s Italian edition will take place from June 28th to July 5th in the beautiful town of Pistoia, Tuscany, surrounded by history, nature, and creativity. Set within the inspiring spaces of Villa Magni and the Sala dei Concerti at Palazzo Ganucci Cancellieri, the festival will host an intensive Piano Masterclass, featuring internationally renowned professors, individual lessons, workshops, concerts, and artistic dialogue in a truly immersive environment.
The Greek edition will again unfold in the lush surroundings of Panorama, Thessaloniki, in the Municipality of Pylaia–Chortiatis, where the festival was born. With deep gratitude, we acknowledge the continuous support of Mayor Mr. Ignatios Kaitezidis, whose belief in the transformative power of the arts has been vital to our journey.
Music Diaries is not just a festival—it's a platform for artistic growth, connection, and reflection. With masterclasses, interpretation and composition workshops, artistic research sessions, open forums, and student performances, the 2026 edition promises a week of inspiration, exchange, and unforgettable musical moments.
As Artistic Director, it is my joy and honor to welcome artists from all corners of the world to share their creativity, their knowledge, and their stories. Together, we will once again write the next chapter in this living diary of music.
We invite you to join us this summer—in Pistoia or Thessaloniki—and be part of an experience where learning, sharing, and imagination meet in harmony.
With heartfelt anticipation,
Erato Alakiozidou
Artistic Director
Music Diaries Festival