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West Chester, PA 19382
USA
The West Chester University Annual Pre-Collegiate Piano Competition, now in its 34th year, strives to provide students ages 9-18 with performing opportunities and raise the standard of excellence of young pianists. This is a national competition with no geographic restrictions. There are three age groups with up to five cash prizes awarded in each group. Information regarding repertoire requirements, competition guidelines, awards, and how to apply is found below.
This year’s competition will take place on Saturday, April 13, 2024, in the Swope Music Building on our beautiful West Chester University Campus. The Wells School of Music is grateful for the support of Jacobs Music as they continue to co-sponsor this event in 2024.
A Recital & Awards Presentation will be held on Sunday, April 21, 2024, from 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm in the Ware Family Recital Hall. The recital will include performances by the first, second, and third place winner in each group and must be attended by all Honorable Mention winners. Absences in either category will result in the cancellation of the award.
Preceding the Recital will be a Masterclass in Ware Family Recital Hall from 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm. The Masterclass will be conducted by our esteemed Wells School of Music Associate Professor of Piano, Dr. Carl Cramner. Both Masterclass and Winner’s Recital are open to the public. https://www.wcupa.edu/music/specialPrograms.aspx