PIANO FESTIVAL GUIDELINES
Requirements
- Applicants must be born after July 31, 1992.
- PYPA will accept up to 24 active participants.
- If not accepted as an active participant, you are automatically qualified as an observer. See Fees.
- Online application repertoire: two contrasting works, including one that shows virtuosity.
- *PYPA retains the right to replace a faculty who is unable to attend due to illness or unforeseen force of nature. In the event a faculty is unable to attend due to illness or unforeseen force of nature, PYPA will not refund tuition to any participant that wishes to withdraw.
Important Dates
- ONLINE APPLICATION DEADLINE: JUNE 30, 2021
- Participants announced and notified: July 5, 2021
- Partipation confirmation letter and tuition due: July 12, 2021
- Tuition will not be refunded if participation is cancelled.
fees
- 2021 Application: USD$125
- 2021 Active participants’ fee: USD$2,750 (includes five masterclasses, four performance classes, panel discussion, participation in Livestream Recital Award and livestream recital performances.
- 2021 Observers fee: USD$450 (Includes access to all studio concerts, lectures and masterclasses throughout the festival)
scholarship
Scholarships are available to active students with financial need or exceptional qualifications. Interested applicants should submit a written request, along with supporting financial documentations, such as income tax returns, at the time of the application.