International Virtuoso Competition 2012 is open to piano, strings, winds and chamber music. The purpose of this competition is to encourage the growth of talented artists in performance and to provide a platform for young and emerging artists in their creative development.
ELIGIBILITY and CLASSIFICATION
Auditions are open to piano, strings, winds, and chamber in the following age categories.
A. Students age through 10
B. Students age 11-14
C. Students 15-18
D. College students 18-21
GENERAL COMPETITION RULES and REGULATIONS
One composition from the standard music literature (Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Impressionist, Modern).
Music must be performed by memory with the exception of chamber music.
Simplified arrangements and/or editions are not acceptable.
Original music must be presented to the judges at the audition. Photocopies are not allowed.
No changes of repertoire once submitted.
No repeats should be taken at either audition or recital.
AUDITION PROCEDURE
A non-refundable fee is $80 per participant; $50 per ensemble member.
Make checks payable to Korean Community Center.
Please send check along with applications to: FGS KCC 40 Bennett Road, Englewood, NJ 07631
No certified mail, please.
Verification (state issued ID, passport, or birth certificate) is required for all players.
AUDITION DATE & VENUE
Sunday, May 6th, 2012
KCC(한인동포회관) in Englewood, NJ 07631
WINNERS RECITALS
All participants will be informed of judges’ decision within 10 days of the audition.
Winners Recitals will take place : TBD
The non-refundable recital fee of $180 includes free participant’s admission and four (4) complimentary tickets for guests and family.
AWARDS AND PRIZES
All awards – cash prizes, medals, trophies, and certificates – will be presented at the Winners Recital and will not be mailed, if participant cannot perform in person.
Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three competitors with the best musical, technical and artistic performance across all categories. First prize is $300, Second prize is $200, and Third prize is $100.
For more info and inquiries, call (201) 541-1200 x 103 or email: ivirtuosocompetition@gmail.com
Please click below (IVC2012Application.pdf) to download and print application.