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Young Artists

Key Dates

April
1

Application Deadline for Performers

Application Deadline for Observers: May 3, 2021

June
3

Young Artists Program Starts

June 3- 30, 2021

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Our 40th Anniversary Program

June 3 – 30, 2021

24 performers will be selected with FULL TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS

Presented in a dedicated professional atmosphere, PianoTexas International Festival & Academy has over its 40-year history become renowned as one of the world’s leading summer piano programs. Founded in 1981, the highly challenging and stimulating Young Artists Program has emerged as a destination event for gifted young pianists aspiring to become the concert artists of the future. PianoTexas alumni include Eric Lu (Leeds International Piano Competition, 2018), Szymon Nehring (Arthur Rubinstein International Piano Competition, 2017), Kenny Broberg, (Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, 2017), Beatrice Rana and Sean Chen (Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, 2013), Stephen Beus (Gina Bachauer International Piano Competition (2006) and Li Yundi (Chopin International Piano Competition, 2000). The Young Artists Program provides invaluable experience to its performers through study and interaction with the internationally esteemed PianoTexas Guest Artists, and the wide range of valuable performance opportunities on offer.

Young Artists apply from all over the world and an eminent Selection Jury evaluates their videos. The 24 selected Performers receive full tuition scholarships. For the duration of the Festival, they are completely immersed in the world of piano music. PianoTexas is organized and geared to provide maximum musical benefits to all participants. The superb facilities of the TCU School of Music include two concert halls (with live streaming capability), teaching studios and practicing rooms. The numerous off-campus performance venues of the Community Concert Series also contribute to the success of the Program. Young Artist Performers typically enjoy significant musical growth and receive new insights of lasting value. PianoTexas and the music-loving community of Fort Worth extend a warm welcome to all Young Artist Performers, for what will be a life-changing experience.

Who can apply?

Young Artists Performers: born on or after July 1, 1993

24 Performers will be selected

Active and Genera Observers: No age limit. All are welcome

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Young Artists Program Features

Guest Artists

Veda Kaplinsky

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Gabriel Kwok

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Harold Martina

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Pascal Nemirovski

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John Owings

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Victor Rosenbaum

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Wojciech Switala

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Tamás Ungár

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Arie Vardi

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Dina Yoffe

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The Concerto

Concerto performance with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
Sunday, June 27, 2021

The experience of performing with an orchestra is of paramount importance in building a career in the music profession. With this in mind, PianoTexas is one of a few International Festivals in the world that collaborates with a professional orchestra to perform with selected participants a complete concerto. We strongly encourage the performers of the Young Artists Program to participate in the concerto competition. Rehearsals with a second piano is scheduled and a distinguished jury select three performers for the Concerto Concert with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.

Due to the restrictions demanded for social distancing, the repertoire for the Concerto Concert is limited. To participate, performers must select their repertoire from the list below. 

  • Bach: All Concertos
  • Haydn: Concerto in D major, Hob. XVIII:11 
  • Mozart: All Concertos
  • Beethoven: All Concertos
  • Chopin: Concertos No. 1 & No. 2
  • Mendelssohn: Concertos No. 1 & No. 2
  • Schumann Concerto in A minor, Op. 54
  • Saint-Saëns: Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 22

A Young Artist performing with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

Recitals

Performers selected for the Young Artists Program are required to participate in the recitals presented by the PianoTexas International Festival & Academy. These lunchtime and evening recitals take place in the superb acoustics of PepsiCo Recital Hall on the TCU campus. Piano companies who support the Festival sponsor these programs. The performances are open to the general public and are recorded and streamed over the Internet.

Creating a real festival atmosphere for our Greater Fort Worth community, PianoTexas also presents a Community Concert Series. Selected performers from the Young Artists Program appear in museums, churches, retirement homes, country clubs and piano stores.

It is necessary to control the length of all recital programs and we request the cooperation of each performer to limit his/her selected repertoire to twelve (12) minutes per performance. The Executive Director is responsible for all programs, selecting both performers and repertoire, and his decision is final. 

Young Artists Recital Schedule

Friday, June 4
Young Artists Lunchtime Recital at 1:00 pm

Sunday, June 6
Young Artists Recital at 7:30 pm

Monday, June 7
Young Artists Lunchtime Recital at 1:00 pm

Wednesday, June 9
Young Artists Lunchtime Recital at 1:00 pm

Thursday, June 10
Young Artists Recital at 7:30 pm

Sunday, June 20
Young Artists Lunchtime Recital at 1:00 pm

Monday, June 21
Young Artists Recital at 7:30 pm

Wednesday, June 23
Young Artists Recital at 7:30 pm

Thursday, June 24
Young Artists Recital at 7:30 pm

Friday, June 25
Young Artists Recital at 7:30 pm

Saturday, June 26
Young Artists Lunchtime Recital at 1:00 pm

Sunday, June 27
Young Artists Lunchtime Recital at 1:00 pm

Monday, June 28
Young Artists Recital at 7:30 pm

Tuesday, June 29
Young Artists Recital at 7:30 pm

Wednesday, June 30
Young Artists Concluding Recital at 6:00 pm

Master Classes

Each performer in the Young Artists Program will be allocated two master classes, each with different Guest Artists. Compositions of substantial length like complete concertos, sonatas and suites are encouraged; however, it is the prerogative of the guest artist to select which parts to hear.

The Master Classes are open to the general public. They are recorded and streamed through the Internet. The repertoire must be performed from memory and a high level of execution is expected.

The Executive Director is responsible for the allocation of performers and selection of repertoire to master classes and his decisions are final.

Young Artists Master Class Schedule


Friday, June 4
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Wojciech Świtała

Saturday, June 5
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Wojciech Świtała

Sunday, June 6
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Pascal Nemirovski

Wednesday, June 9
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: John Owings

Friday, June 11
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Gabriel Kwok

Sunday, June 13
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Victor Rosenbaum

Tuesday, June 15
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Victor Rosenbaum

Wednesday, June 16
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Dina Yoffe

Monday, June 21
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Dina Yoffe

Tuesday, June 22
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Veda Kaplinsky

Wednesday, June 23
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Veda Kaplinsky

Thursday, June 24
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Veda Kaplinsky

Friday, June 25
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Arie Vardi

Monday, June 28
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Arie Vardi

Tuesday, June 29
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Arie Vardi

Wednesday, June 30
Young Artists Master Class (3:00 pm)
Guest Faculty: Tamás Ungár

Private Lessons

Performers of the Young Artists Program will receive three private lessons (each of 50 minutes) with different Guest Artists. These lessons provide opportunities for in-depth examination and discussion of musical and technical matters, so although the choice is free, the repertoire should be carefully considered.  

The Executive Director is responsible for the allocation of all private lessons, and his decisions are final.

Additional private lessons are possible, at extra cost, depending on the availability of guest artists. The scheduling and fees should be discussed directly between the guest artist and the participant.

Required Repertoire

PianoTexas is committed to provide the performers in the Young Artist Program with a challenging and satisfying professional experience. Accordingly, it is expected that these selected participants prepare and present a repertoire of three substantial and several smaller works that would be considered suitable for recitals and master classes.   Participating in the Concerto Competition is optional but strongly recommended.

The repertoire performed during the Festival must be memorized and chosen to represent the highest artistic abilities of the performer. 

For information on repertoire requirements for the audition videos, please see the Application Information Page.

Scholarship Agreement

The 24 selected Young Artist Performers must accept the rules, regulations and expectations governing the receipt of a full scholarship to attend the PianoTexas International Festival & Academy.

The Mission of the Festival is to provide a professional experience in support of a musician’s training for a demanding career. High level of performance are expected at all times. All concerts and master classes are recorded and streamed worldwide. Performers must be thoroughly prepared for every appearance.

Performers agree to attend the Distinguished Artist Series, the Concerto Evenings, “Conversations with Guest Artists” and all master classes and private lessons, including those in which they are not actively participating.

In accepting an invitation and scholarship to PianoTexas, Young Artist Performers confirm their understanding of, and compliance with, the Program’s rules, regulations and expectations for the duration of the Festival.

Active and General Observers

PianoTexas warmly welcomes observers of all ages, to experience up close the teaching methods of renowned international Guest Artists and to attend the Festival’s stimulating series of recitals and “Conversation” sessions. The Festival is renowned for creating and atmosphere for intense immersion into all aspects of music and musicianship. From so many testimonials, we believe that our offerings has changed so many lives.

Active Observers’ tuition includes three private lessons (each of 50 minutes) and upon the recommendation of a Guest Artist or the Executive Director, a performance opportunity on a recital may be offered.

Practice Facilities

For many years, PianoTexas has maintained excellent collaboration with the major piano companies and together with the excellent pianos of the TCU’s School of Music, our concert halls and practice rooms have superb instruments.

Young Artist Performers and Active Observers practice on grand pianos on arranged schedules. General Observers have access to practice rooms upon availability.

All practice rooms are available 24 hours a day. 

Conversations

Conversations are light-hearted affairs, in which PianoTexas’ vastly experienced Guest Artists share valuable information along with entertaining stories and anecdotes of a life in music.

These highly popular, informal question-and-answer sessions provide excellent opportunities for constructive interactive dialogues on such important topics as the music profession, careers, recording, performing, practicing, competitions and understanding of styles.

Media Package

Young Artist Performers have the option to purchase the PianoTexas Media Package. This is a collection of each participant’s recorded performances, master classes and photos.

At the conclusion of the Program, these Media Packages will be individually uploaded.

Costs

Application Fee:

Performers: $120

Active and General Observers: $85

 

Program Fee: 

Young Artist Performers: $2,500
(Full Tuition Scholarships will be offered to all invited Young Artists)

Active Observers: $950

General Observers: $600

Media Package (optional): $125

Special Rate for any accompanying parents: $250

 

Accommodation and Meals:

June 3 – 30: Single Room with meal plan: TBA

June 3 – 30: Double Room with meal plan: TBA

PianoTexas requires that a parent or guardian must accompany all participants under the age of 18. Texas Christian University requires accompanying adults to apply as General Observers in order to be eligible to stay in University housing.

Texas Christian University

Welcome to TCU

Accommodation and Meals

Attendees are accommodated in TCU’s air-conditioned dormitories, conveniently located close to the School of Music. They feature comfortable lounges, large common kitchens, laundry rooms, and spacious bedrooms. Attendees have either shared en-suite bathrooms or conveniently located communal bathrooms. Bedrooms are equipped with linens and towels, a small refrigerator and a microwave.

The option of three buffet meals per day in the University’s Cafeteria is available for a modest additional fee. Reasonable meal plan in the University’s Cafeteria is included with the accommodation charge. Numerous restaurants are within easy walking distance of the dormitories and School of Music.

Apply to Program

Application to PianoTexas is made through the online platform getacceptd.com. The Application Form must be completed online, along with electronic provision of the required supporting materials.

Should there be any problem with the Application, the “green help” link is available.

PianoTexas requires that a parent or guardian must accompany all participants under the age of 18. Texas Christian University requires accompanying adults to apply as General Observers in order to be eligible to stay in University housing.

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