Aline Foriel-Destezet Cello Chair

BBVA Foundation

Ivan Monighetti
Professor

Ivan Monighetti

The last student of Mstislav Rostropovich at the Moscow Conservatory, he also worked with him at the Moscow Philharmonic. Furthermore, he has performed as a soloist with the Berlin Philharmonic under Krzysztof Penderecki.

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Jens Peter Maintz
Professor

Jens Peter Maintz

Highly renowned for his versatility and commitment as a soloist, chamber musician, and cello professor.

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The Banco Santander Foundation Piano Department consists of two departments, headed by professors Milana Chernyavska and Stanislav Ioudenitch.

Cello Professorship - Professor Ivan Monighetti

Professors

Students

* Scholarship co-financed with Fundación Albéniz

Cello Professorship - Professor Jens Peter Maintz

Professors

Students

* Scholarship co-financed with Fundación Albéniz

AIE Masterclasses

Masterclasses with Guest Artists

At the Reina Sofía School of Music, each student receives highly personalized training, designed to maximize their talent with the support of world-class faculty.

Asier Polo

Violonchelo

01/02/2027
to the 04/02/2027

Upcoming events

Study Plans

The Preliminary Studies consist of a preparation program for entry into an official study program or the Diploma in Performance/Composition, with an academic and artistic program

Admission

The only selection criterion is the talent of the candidate. The process consists of several phases:



1. Online Registration
2. Preselection
3. Audition

The registration period for the 2025-2026 auditions is closed, but do not miss the opportunity to be informed about the 2026-2027 auditions.

Complete the form and receive all the details to take the first step towards your musical future. Your talent matters to us!

The first step towards your future in music starts here!