About us
**AmateurPianists **is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and the largest meetup group for pianists in the US. It was founded in 2011 by Glenn Kramer to provide performance opportunities for amateur pianists of all professions and backgrounds. Since its formation, membership has grown to include both pianists and non-pianists, people who love piano music or perhaps would be interested in attending their first ever piano performance. The majority of our performances are FREE to those attending and are held at various venues—from recital halls and libraries, to churches and private homes. AmateurPianists also provides educational opportunities, such as masterclasses and lectures on performance practice, the history of classical music, and much more, including the San Diego International Piano Competition and Festival for Outstanding Amateurs.
We believe that piano music should be enjoyable and accessible to everyone, and AmateurPianists serves to facilitate this vision by connecting pianists with audiences.
Meetup membership is free, so join us!
Board of Directors:
Sonya Schumann, Chair
Keith Weibrecht, Treasurer
Glenn Kramer, Founder, Director, Graphics
Yang Shen, Director, Technology
Songqing Wen, Director
Jason Chen Director, Programming
Gerry Manecke, Secretary
Helena Wei, Director
Upcoming events
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Halloween Piano Recital
Greene Music, 7480 Miramar Road, San Diego, CA, USAre you ready to add a spooky twist to your piano repertoire? We are excited to invite you to our "Halloween Piano Recital", where we celebrate the myriad styles that make the world of piano music so dynamic and rich!
As always, we aim to foster a platform that acknowledges and appreciates all genres, from the elegance of classics, the twang of country, the soulful chords of blues, and the cool vibes of jazz, to the fast, catchy hooks of pop and rock. And let's not forget the fantastic universe of film and videogame scores, contemporary piano pieces, and so much more! You can even do a sing-along with your friends if you want!
Pianists: Please register here if you wish to perform in the recital. The deadline for submission is Oct. 24th, 2026.
Audience: Our recitals are 100% free to attend. Please RSVP here or on our website, which notifies us about how many people to expect.
AmateurPianists is a 501c3 non-profit which relies on donations for our continued operation. To donate, please visit www.AmateurPianists.org.
Thank you!
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Duets & More
Point Loma/Hervey Branch Library, 3701 Voltaire St, San Diego, CA 92107, USA, San Diego, CA, USIt's time to share the stage with another musician — a singer, violinist, cellist, guitarist, drummer, brass player, even another pianist! Solo pianists are of course welcome as always, however priority will be given to ensembles for this event.
All genres of music are welcome, as the purpose is to have fun with other musicians and to enjoy great music!
Performers: Please register to play at https://www.amateurpianists.org/performance-request.
Be sure to include the name of your piece, duration, composer name, and the name of your fellow musician(s).A donation of $20 is requested for solo performers, or $10 per performer for groups of two or more.
Registration deadline: End-of-day, Nov. 7th, 2026
We can't wait to hear you all perform. Be sure to sign up early, and don't forget to invite your friends.
Thank you for supporting AmateurPianists!Sonya Schumann, Chair
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2026 AP Holiday Celebration
Location not specified yetThis is a ticketed event, with lunch provided.
Please note: Tickets must be purchased* on the AP website (RSVPs within Meetup are appreciated, but will NOT guarantee your seat!)AmateurPianists cordially invites you to our 2026 Annual Holiday Celebration, to be held on Dec 13th, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at a private residence in Solana Beach, CA.
We welcome you to join us for this lunchtime celebration, where the festive spirit and the love of piano come together.
You may expect to enjoy a delicious lunch (included with your admission) and as always, engage in our beloved music-themed games with surprise prizes for winners! We look forward to celebrating this special time of year with you on a memorable day full of joy and music.
To help us ensure an accurate count, members are asked to please register and pay for this event at your earliest convenience.
Admission is limited, on a first-come-first-served basis.
Admission and lunch are provided at $40.00 per person.
Event location particulars will be provided on purchased tickets.*
Ticket sales will end at 9:00 p.m. on Saturday Dec. 12th, 2026.Please register* and purchase your ticket at our AP website.
*Sostenuto Society Members are not required to purchase tickets, and are encouraged to please RSVP (or inquire further) directly with the Event Host at ap@amateurpianists.org.
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Past events
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