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Pfeffer values the uniqueness of each student and endeavours to create an individual and motivating learning environment that meets the high artistic pedagogical demands of our time.

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Nicolai Pfeffer equips his students for the technical and artistic challenges of the repertoire and is proud of their successes: many are prizewinners at national and international competitions, have passed auditions in orchestras and, after passing entrance examinations, have been accepted at renowned music academies in cities such as Paris, Bern, Lübeck, Weimar, Cologne, Zurich, Freiburg and Geneva.

Teaching

His teaching style, which is characterised by intensive artistic activity and academic and didactic research, focuses on contextualisation and stylistic awareness and encourages students to develop a personal musical interpretation.

In his teaching, Pfeffer follows the Heraclitean ideal that 'education does not consist in filling vessels, but in kindling a fire'. He believes that a passion for learning, a thirst for knowledge and curiosity are essential factors for both learning and teaching. His job as a teacher is not only to nurture this passion, but also to keep it alive by awakening enthusiasm for the unknown.

Nicolai Pfeffer equips his students for the technical and artistic challenges of the repertoire and is proud of their successes: many are prizewinners at national and international competitions, have passed auditions in orchestras and, after passing entrance examinations, have been accepted at renowned music academies in cities such as Paris, Bern, Lübeck, Weimar, Cologne, Zurich, Freiburg and Geneva.

Current university
Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln
Founded in 1850 by Ferdinand Hiller, the Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln is the largest music academy in Europe. With offices in Cologne, Wuppertal and Aachen, it offers a wide range of courses of study in music and dance, emphasizing international collaboration and innovation.
Hochschule für Musik, Theater und Medien Hanover
Located in Hanover, this university is renowned for its professional training and academic studies in the cultural and artistic fields. It offers 33 programs of study to around 1,500 students from around the world, balancing music, theater, education and academic research. The school is known for its artistic performance programs and hosts around 500 public events a year.

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Upcoming masterclasses
29
07/2025
Masterclass accademia italiana del clarinetto
Description:
La masterclass di clarinetto condotto da Nicolai Pfeffer si rivolge sia ad amatori che a appassionati del clarinetto, offrendo un ambiente stimolante per esplorare diverse tecniche di suono, interpretazione e didattica. Partecipanti di ogni livello avranno l'opportunità di perfezionare la loro arte attraverso esercizi pratici, suggerimenti su come prepararsi per le audizioni, e condivisione di strategie efficaci per migliorare la propria performance musicale. Questa masterclass è ideale per chi cerca di arricchire la propria passione per il clarinetto in un contesto collaborativo e supportivo.
Level:
Advanced
Location:
Accademia italiana del clarinetto
Via Costanza Varano
Camerino, Italia
4
09/2025
Masterclass in Sicilia
Description:
La masterclass di clarinetto condotto da Nicolai Pfeffer si rivolge sia ad amatori che a appassionati del clarinetto, offrendo un ambiente stimolante per esplorare diverse tecniche di suono, interpretazione e didattica. Partecipanti di ogni livello avranno l'opportunità di perfezionare la loro arte attraverso esercizi pratici, suggerimenti su come prepararsi per le audizioni, e condivisione di strategie efficaci per migliorare la propria performance musicale. Questa masterclass è ideale per chi cerca di arricchire la propria passione per il clarinetto in un contesto collaborativo e supportivo.
Level:
Advanced
Location:
Associazione "Giuseppe Ruggiero
Via Alfredo Rampi 13
Scicli, Ragusa
8
09/2025
International Festival and Summer Academy Brescia, Italy
Description:
The clarinet masterclass conducted by Nicolai Pfeffer is aimed at both amateurs and clarinet enthusiasts, offering a stimulating environment to explore different techniques of sound, interpretation and teaching. Participants at all levels will have the opportunity to perfect their art through practical exercises, suggestions on how to prepare for auditions, and sharing effective strategies for improving their musical performance. This masterclass is ideal for those looking to enrich their passion for the clarinet in a collaborative and supportive context.
Level:
Advanced
Location:
Talent Music Summer Courses
Contrada San Giovanni 12
Brescia, Italy
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