RNCM Manchester International Violin Competition 2011

Royal Northern College of Music
Manchester, UK
November 26 - December 3, 2011

Open to violinists between the ages of 20 and 30.
Concerto Final with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra.
Closing date for applications: Thursday, September 1

Full details available online: www.rncm.ac.uk/mivc
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PART-TIME Arts PR/Marketing Position Available

Seeking a great candidate for a part-time assistant publicity/marketing position at a storied boutique classical music management company on W57th Street in Manhattan.

You will have:
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- active interest in the arts
- strong organizational skills
- patience
- the ability to both prioritize and self-motivate
- a friendly attitude
- a warm team-player mentality

Your duties will include:
- writing/updating artist bios for the 11/12 season
- managing electronic and hard-copies of artist press kits
- working with webmaster to maintain and regularly update the company website (no knowledge of HTML is necessary!)
- production of monthly performance calendars
- correspondence with artists and presenters
- working with staff to assemble materials for mailing campaigns.

This job has the potential to develop into a full-time position; for the present it is part-time only. Immediately available, it’s ideal for someone looking to gain experience in the field. We are a friendly, tight-knit small staff, looking for the right candidate to fit our needs and balance. When we find you, we will work with you to set a mutually agreeable schedule and hourly compensation!

Weekly range of 10-20 hours; our office hours are 10am—7pm.

Do note -- complimentary concert tickets to major venues throughout NYC are a frequent perk of the job!

Please send cover letter, resume (PDFs preferred) and any questions to Emily Motherwell, publicity@colbertartists.com.
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NY Army National Guard Band

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

GO TO SCHOOL OR WORK FULL TIME AND PERFORM WITH THE NATIONAL GUARD BAND PART-TIME

Your State Army National Guard Band has Part-Time job openings in the following positions:
Brass
Percussion
Bass Guitar
Guitar
Woodwind
Keyboard

The Band Unit meets one weekend a month and 14 days in the Summer.

All interested musicians between the ages of 17- 35 qualify (HS Students 17 or Over Welcomed)

FEATURES & BENEFITS

Federal Tuition Assistance
Qualify for up to an additional $4,500 a year in Federal Tuition .

Salary
Earn a monthly income for doing a job you love, playing your instrument

Montgomery GI Bill
Additional to a monthly salary and college tuition funds, college students can qualify for additional monthly funds such as:
Full Time Student $309/month
¾ Time Student $231/month
½ Time Student $153/month
¼ Time Student $ 77/month


Student Loan Repayment Program
Qualify for the Army National Guard Student Loan Repayment Program for up to $50,000.


Professional Equipment
Professional instruments provided to all members of the National Guard Band

Advanced Pay Grade
Musicians may enlist at advanced pay grades of E4.

Health Care Benefits
All Members of the National Guard Band and their immediate families may apply for Tri-Care health and Dental benefits at a very reduced rate for military .


CONTACT SERGEANT JOHN A. WILSON AT : john.a.wilson1@us.army.mil

Further information can be found here.

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XLIX International Singing Contest - Francisco Viñas

The 49th edition of the contest, which takes place this year, is open to female singers from 18 to 32 years of age and male singers from 20 to 35 (participants must have reached the specified ages in 2010).

This contest was created in memory of the famous tenor Francesc Viñas, considered the foremost Spanish exponent of Wagnerian opera. Viñas sang in the finest opera houses in Europe and the Americas. Especially noteworthy were his participation in the Spanish premiere of Parsifal in 1913 (at the Liceu), and El arte del canto, a book of great educational value, firmly based on his experience as a singer, which he published in 1932.

Competition details can be found at: www.liceubarcelona.cat
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Job Announcement

Nova Era is currently seeking a professional Classical Violinist for its live performances at Disney World, Florida.

The Base annual Starting Salary is: $44,200.00. Compensation includes base salary plus performance bonuses for Corporate and Special Events.

Nova Era performs Baroque and classically influenced original music with modern arrangements. The ensemble is currently under long term contract with the Disney Corporation. Nova Era performs nightly, 5 days a week on Disney property and is often contracted for special events around the country. Founded in 1999 by Producer/Composer Andres Roca and Oboist Maria Luisa Coppelli, the ensemble performs in handcrafted 18th century costumes, and ornate, powdered wigs. The instrumentation consists of an Oboe, Electric Violin, Electric Cello, Keyboard, Bass and Drums. Nova Era will provide instrument and all custom fitted costuming.

If you are a Violinist and wish to audition online for Nova Era, please visit:
www.novaeramusic.com/auditions

For more information on Nova Era, please visit www.novaeramusic.com or contact Andres Roca (407) 414-4020
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2011 CARAMOOR INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL

Katonah, NY
June 25 - August 10

Fall Festival
September 23 - 25

Caramoor Festival
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12th Unisa International Piano Competition 2012

For a full listing of rules & regulations and to apply, please click here.
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Shen Yun Performing Arts Orchestra

Shen Yun Performing Arts Orchestra is distinguished by its seamless combination of classical western and traditional Chinese instruments. The orchestra presents its all-original compositions with beautiful harmony, delivering to audience members a captivating, one-of-a-kind experience.

Shen Yun Performing Arts Orchestra is looking for a few talented Trumpet and French Horn players for a full-time job.

Contact:

George Xu
Culture Bridge Oriental vs Western (CBOW)
P.O. Box 92,
Lake Grove, NY 11755
Tel:631-974 3952
E-mail: georgexu@cbow.org

www.shenyunperformingarts.org
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The 2012 William Kapell International Piano Competition and Festival

The 2012 William Kapell International Piano Competition and Festival will take place July 7–July 21 at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center at the University of Maryland.

This quadrennial competition, named after the great American pianist William Kapell, is a member of the World Federation of International Music Competitions and has taken its place among the most prestigious competitions in the world. First produced in 1970 as the University of Maryland International Piano Festival & Competition, the Kapell Competition was renamed in 1986 and was placed under the auspices of the new Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center in 2003.

Competitors

The 2007 competition attracted more than 200 applicants from around the world and the 33 pianists selected to compete included rising young stars from 32 countries around the world. Russian pianist Sofya Gulyak took first prize, and has subsequently won the Isang Yun Competition (2008) and the Leeds International Pianoforte Competition (2009).

Guidelines for the 2012 competition are available here; application forms are now available.

Festival Events

The Festival component features performances, workshops and master classes by major artists from the piano world and provides numerous opportunities for audiences to interact with, and learn from, piano practitioners. Special public events will be announced nearer to the Festival dates.

Directors

The Kapell International Piano Competition and Festival is produced under the direction of Paul Brohan, Director of Artistic Initiatives at the Clarice Smith Center, and Dr. Jarl Hulbert, Kapell Competition Coordinator. Santiago Rodriguez, professor of keyboard practice at the University of Miami Frost School of Music, former piano faculty member at the University of Maryland and winner of the 1975 Kapell competition, will serve as Chair of the International Jury. Bradford Gowen, piano division chair at the University of Maryland School of Music, will serve as chair of the Competition Selection Jury.

General Information and Competition Submissions

Jarl Hulbert, Ph.D.
Competition Coordinator
WilliamKapell@umd.edu
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Media inquiries

Missy McTamney
Communications Manager
mmctam@umd.edu
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XVII Paloma O'Shea Santander International Piano Competition

July 25th - August 7th, 2012
Palacio de Festivales de Cantabria Santander (Spain)

Rules and Regulations:
www.santanderpianocompetition.com
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