The Concours Division Competition is designed for the serious music student who aspires and intends to follow a rigorous program of study and performance of classical music. In general, students who compete in the Concours Division are expected to be enrolled in a comprehensive practice program that includes, technique,repertoire from all major stylistic periods, and regular participation in public recitals to include local, regional, statewide, and national music festivals and competitions. Additionally, many Concours competitors are completing pre-college studies in theory & ear-training, composition, and chamber music. Concours competitors go on to study and/or are enrolled in music performance programs at major conservatories, universities, and colleges across the United States. The Concours Division is highly competitive, and early registration is encouraged.

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CONCOURS DIVISION AGE GROUPS

 

Explorer  (ages 5-10)   Junior  (ages 11-14)   Senior  (ages 15-18)   Collegiate (ages 18-25)

 

 

REGISTRATION DEADLINES

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• Audition Registration Opens: Saturday, April 1, 2023

• Video Audition Round Registration/Video Submission/Fee Deadline: Friday, October 6, 2023

• Live NYC Final Round Competitor Acceptance Notification: Friday, October 6, 2023

• Live NYC Final Round Registration/ Participation Fee Deadline ($300 all competitors): Friday, October 13, 2023

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FINAL ROUND COMPETITION & PERFORMANCE DATES

( Detailed competition information & instructions will be emailed to finalists. )

 

Festival Division: Solo Piano & Solo Strings: Thursday, November 16, 2023

Concours Division: Solo Piano & Solo Strings: Friday, November 17, 2023

 

 

Engelman Recital Hall

Baruch College - CUNY

55 Lexington Avenue

New York, NY  10010

 

 

REGISTRATION & PARTICIPATION FEES

 

Concours Registration & Audition Round Fee (Video Submission)

Explorer: $90

Junior: $100

Senior: $110

Collegiate: $120

 

Final Competition & Recital Round Participation Fee  (Live New York City Performance)

All Divisions: $300

Audience Tickets: Adult $40, Senior $30, Student $15

 

 

AUDITION &  COMPETITION/RECITAL REPERTOIRE REQUIREMENTS

 

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CASH AWARDS

First Prize: $2,500

Second Prize: $1,000

Third Prize: $750

Festival & Concours Division Prizes: $300

 

 

TRAVEL & ACCOMODATIONS

 

All finalist and families for the New York City live round are responsible for travel and accommodation fees.

 

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