Institutions
The EPIC Partnership
The Elite Performing Instrument Collection — a unique institutional program that gives qualifying institutions access to elite Shigeru Kawai pianos at sponsored cost levels.
About the EPIC Program
The Elite Performing Instrument Collection (EPIC) program, also known as The EPIC Partnership, is a unique institutional program made possible by the Shigeru Kawai Endowment. Institutions that qualify will be given the opportunity to acquire an elite assortment of fine Kawai and Shigeru Kawai pianos at sponsored cost levels.
The elite Shigeru Kawai grand pianos are acclaimed worldwide for their quintessential tone and performance. Becoming a Kawai EPIC partner sends a message to the institution's current and potential students that the institution is serious about its music program and is making an investment that will be of great benefit to them.
EPIC Partners also receive the highest level of advice and support from Kawai's Institutional Relations Team, both before and after the selection and installation of EPIC pianos.
Program Benefits
Sponsored Pricing
Access elite Shigeru Kawai and Kawai grand pianos at specially sponsored cost levels made possible by the Shigeru Kawai Endowment.
Expert Guidance
Kawai's Institutional Relations Team provides the highest level of advice and support from initial selection through installation and beyond.
Institutional Credibility
EPIC partner status signals to students, faculty, and donors that your institution is committed to providing world-class instruments for music education.
Current EPIC Partners
Chapman University
Colburn Conservatory
Columbia College Chicago
Conservatoire de Musique
The Crown College
Interlochen Center for the Arts
Jacksonville University
LaGrange College
Reinhardt University
Shorter University
University of Southern Mississippi
University of West Georgia
Wayne State University
Wheaton College
Is Your Institution Eligible?
The EPIC program is designed for institutions with serious music programs seeking to elevate their piano fleet to the highest level. If your institution values excellence in music education and is ready to make a meaningful investment in its students, we invite you to explore EPIC partnership.
Contact our Institutional Relations Team
Reach us at 800-421-2177 ext. 6871 or explore our financial assistance options below.
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