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#TheBrenoExperience Breno Italy International Music Academy Awaken Your Artistry From the scenic views of the alps, the warm hospitality of the nuns, and the energy of the coaches, BIIMA is an experience you will never forget. Violin Intensive and Chamber Music: June 27-July 10

Voice Intensive Masterclass: July 12-25 2027 PROGRAM

2027 Program Dates

Violin Intensive and Chamber Music: June 27-July 10

Voice Intensive Masterclass: July 12-25

"I have more confidence in giving my voice direction for the artistic result that I envision. I am so pleasantly surprised at how I sound now."
Catherine C
At BIIMA I overcame the mental belief that my voice wasn’t big enough. I know now that my voice has its strengths and am able to appreciate what it can do and that it has potential to sing challenging songs.
Catherine C.
I feel like I have had a huge transformation since Day 1 of BIIMA that has rejuvenated my passion for singing and my zest for life. My voice has evolved so much through multiple coachings, masterclasses, warmup ups/practice and reflection. This has helped my confidence so much, as well as the encouragement from the amazing faculty and students.
Julia J.
I love the environment of love and mutual respect the teachers create. I found a place where I can learn and grow in a respectful and safe environment.
Julianne P.Vocal Intensive
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AWAKEN YOUR ARTISTRY
Training shaped around the artist you want to become.

OUR PROGRAMS

BIIMA is a student-led international music academy in the Italian Alps, where your individual goals help shape your experience.

Voice Intensive Masterclass

One-on-one and Personalized Training. Making music at the convent in the Italian Alps, surrounded by the Italian language, inspires each artist to push themselves beyond what they think they are capable of and, with the guidance of their coaches, the artists grow tremendously in this short period of time.
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Violin Intensive and Chamber Music

One-on-one and Personalized Training. Making music at the convent in the Italian Alps, surrounded by the Italian language, inspires each artist to push themselves beyond what they think they are capable of and, with the guidance of their coaches, the artists grow tremendously in this short period of time.
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Composition, Creativity and Improv Retreat

At BIIMA, creativity begins where boundaries end. This retreat invites you to step into your artistry — to create, explore, and listen deeply to the music that only you can make. It’s a space for freedom, curiosity, and authentic expression, where every sound, silence, and gesture becomes part of your unfolding voice.
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Choral Retreat (Coming back in 2028)

The BIIMA Choral Retreat will provide an authentic and unforgettable cultural immersion in Breno, Italy for the active amateur choral musician. Choristers will spend two weeks living in the Italian Alps , developing musicianship and vocal technique, rehearsing repertoire, performing for local audiences, taking in performances, and making life-long connections and memories .
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“BIIMA is the most freeing yet grounding experience of your life.”
- BIIMA Alumni

At BIIMA, we believe balance inspires creativity. Step away from your training and into life in the Italian Alps, where our hosts prepare fresh, home-cooked Italian meals each day and the mountains are your backdrop. Experience opera under the stars in Verona, explore the cities and culture of Northern Italy, wander through historic Breno, and enjoy the simple pleasure of gelato in the piazza.

This is more than where you train. It’s part of what inspires you.

FACULTY

Learn from artists who found their own way.

Our international faculty bring exceptional expertise, but also an understanding of what it means to question traditional paths. Many have had to rediscover their own instincts, individuality, and artistic voice along the way. At BIIMA, we use that experience to help you build your skills without losing what already makes you uniquely you.

Maghan McPhee, soprano and BIIMA Founder

Maghan McPhee, BIIMA Founder & Soprano

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Carl Philippe Gionet, Pianist

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Michel-Alexandre Broekaert, Collaborative Pianist

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Margaret Maria, Composer

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Sara Mastrangelo, Violinist

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Boran Zaza, Marketing & Program Coordinator

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