CPM Open Week: May 19–22, 2025

The CPM Music Institute in Milan once again shines a spotlight on leading names in music and top-tier training opportunities with the Open Week—four days of masterclasses, talks, and performances involving students, artists, and music enthusiasts.

This event offers a unique chance to dive into the life of the Institute founded by Franco Mussida, with sessions open to the general public alongside activities reserved for enrolled students.

Program
Monday, May 19

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Mastery: A Tribute to Giorgio Cocilovo
A special meeting with Franco Mussida dedicated to the legacy and artistry of renowned guitarist Giorgio Cocilovo.
(Open to the public)

1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Soul Check with Francesca Viacava

3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Guitar Masterclass: “Wonderful Slowhand”
with Leonardo Barbieri – a technical and stylistic tribute to the artistry of Eric Clapton.
(Open to the public)

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Vocal Masterclass: “Ancore d’Aria”
with Oskar Boldre

Tuesday, May 20

10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Masterclass: “Audition Technique”
with Fabio Ingrosso

2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Drum Masterclass: “Concepts of Modern Drumming”
with Roberto Porta

5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Talk with Artist Ghemon

8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Poetry Slam
with Dome Bulfaro

Wednesday, May 21

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Music Business
with Annarita Masullo of GoodnessFactory

2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
“Jinn”: A Musical Encounter
with Alberto Turra and Peppe Frana

Thursday, May 22

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Composition Masterclass
with POCHECLVT

2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
FEMMINILE PLURALE
A conversation about the new Italian female music scene with Anna Carol, Camilla PNK, and Rosita Brucoli

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
DJ Talks
with Andrea Ciaudano

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Best Solo Performance

The Open Weeks at the CPM Music Institute are key events in the institute’s academic calendar, offering students the chance to immerse themselves in a vibrant environment full of artistic and professional inspiration. Held twice a year, in May and November, these special weeks pause regular classes to make room for concerts, seminars, talks, and masterclasses led by prominent figures from the worlds of Rock, Pop, Jazz, Funk, and Electronic music.

During the Open Week, the CPM Theater stage becomes a hub of experience, where both established and emerging artists share their expertise and stories with students, creating unique moments of exchange and growth. Past guests have included notable names such as Gil Goldstein, Franco Mussida, Billy Sheehan, Manuel Consigli, Isabella Turso, Cucina Sonora, Angelica, Pippo Pollina, Raffaella Zago, Matteo D’Ignazi, Studio Cemento, Luigi Sidero, Massimo Russo, Kiwicave, Rocket Science, Federico Pepe (Ableton), Davide Tagliapietra, Anna Castiglia, Laura Casadio, and Daniele Bressni.

These events not only enrich students' educational journeys but also serve as a bridge between the academic world and the music industry, offering a concrete view of professional dynamics and future opportunities. The CPM Open Weeks remain essential experiences for anyone aspiring to a career in music.