New Stage International Music Festival and Competition
Category and Groups
Piano/Strings Category and Groups
Age Groups
Group 1: Born in 2017 or after
Group 2: Born in 2014-2016
Group 3: Born in 2011-2013
Group 4: Born in 2008-2010
Time Limit
Group 1: 4 minutes
Group 2: 6 minutes
Group 3: 9 minutes
Group 4: 15 minutes
Repertoire Information
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Contestants must select two (or two sets of) original and contrasting pieces from the Baroque to Contemporary period within the above time limits. Any standard repertoire will be acceptable.
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Contestants must be prepared to play the complete works during the competitions. The judges may stop a performance before it ends or begin a piece from a certain section, neither of which will reflect negatively upon the contestants.
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All pieces must be performed from memory.
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Contestants must bring their original music score for the judges during the competition.
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Accompaniment is required for String contestants. Please contact us for piano accompanist information if needed.
Chamber Category and Groups
Age Groups
Time Limit
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No age limit
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Two or more people
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Standard Division (2-5 minutes)
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Virtuoso Division (5-8 minutes)
Repertoire Information
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Contestants must select one original piece from the Baroque to Contemporary period within the above time limits. Any standard repertoire will be acceptable.
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Contestants must be prepared to play the complete works during the competitions. The judges may stop a performance before it ends or begin a piece from a certain section, neither of which will reflect negatively upon the contestants.
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Contestants must bring their original music score for the judges during the competition.
Registration
Registration Deadlines
Late Registration Deadline: September 14, 2024