Young Artists

Fabio Bidini

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Akiko Ebi

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Yoheved Kaplinsky

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Gabriel Kwok

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Vanessa Latarche

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Harold Martina

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John Owings

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Andrey Ponochevny

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Igor Resnianski

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Dang Thai Son

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Tamás Ungár

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Mikhail Voskresensky

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Concerto evening with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
Sunday, June 25 at 5:00 p.m. in the Van Cliburn Concert Hall, TCU
Rehearsal: Saturday, June 24 - 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

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 Young Artists a complete concerto. On June 14 – 15, a Concerto Competition will be organized to select three performers.

Three soloists will be selected through a competition with a second piano. Rehearsals will be arranged.

The beautiful Van Cliburn Concert Hall with its superb acoustics will be the home of the Young Artists’ Concerto Concert.

We strongly encourage the performers of the Young Artists Program to participate in the concerto competition.

Concerto Repertoire:

Bach                          
D minor, BWV 1052
A major, BWV 1055
F minor, BWV 1056

Haydn                       
D major, Hob.XVIII:11

Mozart                       
No. 9 in E-flat major, K. 271
No. 13 in C major, K.415
No. 17 in G major, K. 453
No. 20 in D minor, K. 466
No. 21 in C major, K. 467
No. 23 in A major, K. 488
No. 24 in C minor, K. 491
No. 25 in C major, K. 503
No. 27 in B-flat major, K.595

Beethoven                
No. 1 in C major, Op. 15
No. 2 in B-flat major, Op. 19
No. 3 in C minor, Op. 37
No. 4 in G major, Op. 58
No. 5 in E-flat major, Op. 73

Mendelssohn           
No. 1 in G minor, Op. 25

Chopin                      
No. 1 in E minor, Op. 11
No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21

Schumann                
A minor, Op. 54

Grieg                         
A minor, Op. 16

Liszt                           
No. 1 in E-flat major, S.124
No. 2 in A major, S.125

Saint-Saëns             
No. 2 in G minor, Op. 22
No. 4 in C minor, Op. 44
No. 5 in F major, Op. 103

Tchaikovsky             
No. 1 in B-flat minor, Op. 23

Brahms                     
No. 1 in D minor, Op. 15
No. 2 in B-flat major, Op. 83

Rachmaninoff          
No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18
No. 3 in D minor, Op. 30

Prokofiev                  
No. 2 in G minor, Op. 16
No. 3 in C major, Op. 26

Shostakovich           
No. 2 in F major, Op. 102

Young Artists performers will be scheduled to play in recitals. These recitals take place in the superb acoustics of the three concert halls on the TCU campus. They are the heart of the program and allows for excellent experiences during the Festival.

All recitals are open to the general public and are recorded and streamed over the Internet. Performances will be also available as part of the Media Package for the participants to purchase.

Repertoire submitted for PianoTexas may be used for both master classes and recitals.

Each performer is limited to no more than12 minutes per performance. The Executive

Director is responsible for organizing these recitals and his decision is final.

Each performer will have two master classes with different guest artists. To enable an overall program balance, applicants are to submit at least three or more substantial pieces. Concerto repertoire may be included, but the concerto selected for the concerto competition may not be performed before the competition.

Compositions of substantial length like complete concertos, sonatas and suites are encouraged; however, due to time restraints it is the prerogative of the guest artist to select which movement to hear.

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

The Master Classes are open to the general public. They are recorded and streamed through the Internet. The Master Classes will be also available as part of the Media Package for the participants to purchase. The repertoire must be performed from memory execution is expected.

Young Artists performers 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 the guest artists. The scheduling and fees should be discussed directly between the guest artist and the participant.

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.

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

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

The Mission of the Festival is to provide a professional experience in support of a musician’s training for a demanding career. The program is based on the required high level of performance at all times. It is expected that participants attend the participants’ recitals, master classes and the Distinguished Artists recitals.

In the pursuit a realistic professional atmosphere during the Festival, we will invite any Active Observer to replace a performer who is unable to fulfill his/her participation. This includes the concerto, solo recitals and master classes. 

PianoTexas warmly welcomes observers of all ages. This is a great opportunity to witness teaching by many different artists of international standing, to hear the concerto and solo concerts presented by PianoTexas, as well as to attend the “Conversations with Guest Artists”.

Active observers receive two private lessons as well as a performance opportunity in one recital.

In the pursuit a realistic professional atmosphere during the Festival, Active Observers have the opportunity to replace a performer who is unable to fulfill his/her participation. This includes the concerto, solo recitals and master classes. We strongly advise Active Observers to have their repertoire ready if the opportunity occurs.

General observers are most welcome to join in all events organized by PianoTexas.

Scheduled practice time are arranged for each performer with practice rooms equipped with grand pianos.

Active observers are most welcome to use practice facilities when not occupied by performers. There are also a number of practice rooms with upright pianos, open and free for everyone to practice. All practice rooms are open 24 hours a day.

“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.

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.

PianoTexas offer two different accommodations:

All accommodations in TCU dormitories are conveniently located close to the School of Music. They are fully air-conditioned, with comfortable lounges, large common kitchens, laundry rooms, and spacious bedrooms. Although many include a shared en-suite bathroom, most occupants will share conveniently located communal bathrooms. All bedrooms are equipped with linens and towels, a small refrigerator and a microwave. A meal plan is combined with the accommodations. Numerous restaurants are also situated within easy walking distance.

Hyatt Place Fort Worth/TCU
3029 Sandage Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76109

In partnership with the Hyatt Place, A limited number of rooms are available for confirmed participants. 

 

Application Fee:

Performers: $120

Active and General Observers: $85

Program Fee: 

Performers:
            Tuition - $2500.00
            Scholarship - $2000.00

Active Observers: $800.00

General Observer: $500.00

Media Package: $125.00

Accommodations Fee at TCU

Single Room: $1955 per person (23 nights + three meals per day. Check in: June 6 after noon. Check out: June 29 before noon)

Double Room: $1610 per bed (23 nights + three meals per day. Check in: June 6 after noon. Check out: June 29 before noon)

Accommodations Fee at the Hyatt Place

For confirmed participants, the Hyatt Place is offering a discount of 15%. 

In accordance with the requirement of Texas Christian University, a parent or guardian must accompany any under 18-year old participant. Accompanying adults have to apply as General Observers regardless of their selection of university, the Hyatt Place or other off campus accommodation.