Rome Festival Summer Institute

General Admissions Scholarship Auditions
Rome, Italy

ALL INSTRUMENTS - VOICE - BALLET

For audition and application, immediately e-mail romefestival@yahoo.com until November 24. Visit the website at www.romefestival.org.
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Queens Symphony Orchestra 2012 Young Soloist Competition

Senior Division - must be between 18-22 years of age as of June 30, 2012

The registration form and guidelines are available to download on the website, queenssymphony.org.
There will be a $60 application fee.
The application, including CD submission, will be due January 12, 2012.
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Orfeo Music Festival & Competition 2012

July 6 - 23, 2012 - Italian Alps

College, pre-college, Adult Program

Space is very limited. Write to info@OrfeoMusicFestival.com. Click here for Application & Registration information.
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French Horn Needed

For a performance opportunity of the Poulenc Sextet.

The players are both advanced amateurs and students.

Recital Date:
May 18 at the Rose Studio (7 Lincoln Center Plaza)

100 will be in attendance with a great party to follow.

3 or 4 rehearsals on the upper west side required.

Please call Ed at 212.697.3930 if you’re interested and thank you.
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Texas Music Festival 2012

University of Houston - Moores School of Music
June 1 - 30, 2012

For college and young professional musicians (ages 18-30). All participants receive a fellowship that covers tution, housing and meals.

For more information on how to apply and audition, visit www.tmf.uh.edu
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The Westfield New Music Festival

Sunday, March 25 - 3pm
Dever Stage - Parenzo Hall

The Westfield New Music Festival is a concert to celebrate and promote the performance of new music, and to provide an opportunity for participants to build and nurture ongoing professional relationships.

Composers/performers must submit entries to be considered by the selection committee.

Deadline for submissions is December 1, 2011.

Pieces to be performed will be selected by February 1, 2012.

Composers who can provide their own performers are encouraged to do so (please include a representative recording along with your submission).

Pieces will be performed by students and faculty from school in the Western Mass. region as availability permits.

Available Student Ensembles
* Big Band
* Classical Guitar Quartet
* Opera Workshop
* Percussion Ensemble
* Saxophone Quartet
* Trombone Quartet
* Chorale
* Wind Symphony

Please send scores/recordings to:
Jeff Carvalho
President, WSU Music Composition Club
c/o WSU Department of Music
577 Western Avenue
Westfield, MA 01085

WSUMusicCompositionClub@westfield.ma.edu
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FOR SINGERS Church Service / Christmas Concert

December 18th - SUNDAY - 4pm

Details:
P L E A S E send links to your singing to schedule an audition We have about 25 more places to fill.

$125 total for the following

R e h e a r s a l s:
Thursday December 1: 7-9:15pm
Thursday December 8: 7-9:15pm
Tuesday December 13: 7-9:15pm
Thursday December 15: 7-9:15pm
Saturday December 17: 12:30-3:30pm (Dress Rehearsal)

C o n c e r t:
Sunday December 18: call time 2pm, concert 4pm

L o c a t i o n:
East 16th Street in Manhattan - 5 blocks from Union Square

E m a i l:
musicatcalvary@yahoo.com

C a l l:
646.723.4190

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Bayerische Staatsoper Opernstudio Auditions for the 12/13 Season

The Opernstudio - the Young Artist Program of the Bavarian State Opera - spports eight highly talented young aritists each season and prepares them for an international career in step with actual practice. The program runs one to two seasons and consists of role studies, vocal lessons, acting and movement classes as well as language training. The young artists are cast for small roles in productions on the main stage and take part in several concert projects. In addition, the Openstudio members study and perform one complete opera each season.

The age limit is 28 years for female and 30 years for male applicants on the closing date. Interested singers can apply via regular mail or online at www.staatsoper.de/opera-studio

As application materials the artists are asked to submit:

- application form (please download from the website)
- a CV
- a photo
- a recording of 3 arias or songs (including one aria by Mozart and if possible one German aria)

Closing date for applications for the 2012/2013 season is November 30, 2011. Auditions for selected candidates will take place in January 2012.

For further information please contact:

Bayerische Staatsoper
Opernstudio
Max-Joseph Platz 2
80539 München
Germany
T +49 (0) 89 / 2185 - 1046
opernstudio@st-oper.bayern.de
www.staatsoper.de/opera-studio
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2011-12 Young Artist Concerto & Aria Competition

New York-based orchestra, Ensemble 212

Objective
To showcase outstanding young musicians from the greater New York metropolitan area by providing opportunities to perform as a soloist with a professional orchestra.

Piano, Strings, Woodwinds & Brass
Born on or after March 1, 1994

All voice types
Born on or after March 1, 1982

Preliminary Round
Postmark completed application with $75 application fee by Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Final Round
Friday, April 27, 2012
Good Shepherd-Faith Presbyterian Church

Prize
$250 and a performance with Ensemble 212 in late Spring 2012 at Merkin Concert Hall - Kaufman Center

For more information and to download the application form click here or email competition@ensemble212.org.
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Washburgh Timpani Seminar

July 9 - 13, 2012
University of Maryland School of Music

music.umd.edu/WashburghTimpaniSeminar
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Concours de Genève International Music Competition

PIANO
November 2 - 15, 2012

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 31, 2012

Registration, Rules, Repertoire: www.concoursgeneve.ch
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Round Top Festival Institute

June 3 - July 15, 2012

A professional institute for orchestra, chamber music and solo performance study

DEADLINE: February 14, 2012

For full details and to apply, please click here.
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International Opera Academy

July 20 - August 3, 2012

The IOA is the first "all inclusive” Summer Academy for Opera to provide absolutely everything an opera singer needs to ensure a long career.

The IOA: Professional and comprehensive advice and training from the start.

For full details and to apply, please click here.
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Crested Butte Music Festival

Marcello Giordani Young Artist Program
June 25 - August 4, 2012

All participants of the Marcello Giordani Young Artist Program will receive a housing waiver and a $300 stipend, and will be considered for the Rosalind Jackson Memorial Award of $1000 and the Mike Martin Memorial Award of $1000. These awards will be announced at the final performance of Mozart's The Magic Flute on July 29, 2012.

Applications and a non-refundable application fee of $42 must be received by November 14, 2011.

For more information, visit www.crestedbuttemusicfestival.com
For application forms, visit www.yaptracker.com
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2012 Pearl and Julius Young Rising Stars Music Competition

for young instrumental artists

Musicians between the ages of 16 and 22 are invited to participate in the 2012 Pearl and Julius Young Rising Stars Music Competition sponsored by The Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey. Five prizes will be awarded: First $1000; Second $500; Third $250; and two Honorable Mention Prizes of $100 each. The First Prize Winner will also be awarded an invitation to perform a movement of a concerto in a concert with the Orchestra at the 2012 Summer Festival concert on August 12.

All materials must be completed and mailed by January 9, 2012 to:

Lisa Young
The Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey
24 Edgar Road
West Orange, NJ 07052

For further information or if you have any questions, please email Lisa Young, Chairperson, at anicca2000@aol.com, call 973.669.1641 or visit the website at www.baroqueorchestra.org.

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The Academy

A program of Carnegie Hall, The Julliard School and The Weill Music Institute in partnership with the New York City Department of Education.

A two-year fellowship for the finest young professional musicians who are passionate about education, community engagement and advocacy.

Fellowship includes:
-A series of performances at Carnegie Hall, The Julliard School and other venues
-Opportunities to interact with schools and communities through music
-Mentorship by professional teaching artists and staff of Carnegie Hall, The Julliard School and The Weill Music Institute
-A stipend, monthly MetroCard and health benefits

Application Deadline: December 1, 2011

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The Summit Symphony Young Artist Competition

The application and rules can be found at http://www.summitsymphonynj.org/

Application deadline: December 1, 2011
Late application deadline: December 15, 2011
Announcement of selected pianists: April 15, 2012

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AIMS in Graz, Austria

July 9th - August 19th, 2012

Vocalists - Pianists - Instrumentalists

Opera, Lieder, and Collaborative Piano Programs

The AIMS Festival Orchestra and more.

Extensive information can be found on their website: www.aimsgraz.com

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Kneisel Hall Chamber Music Festival

Dates: June 24 - August 12, 2012

The application can be found at: http://www.kneisel.org/forms/2012chamber.pdf

APPLICATION INFORMATION

AGE: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age or have completed the first year of a

college-level program as a resident student. (Exceptions: an underage student of

exceptionable talent will be considered with a Kneisel Hall faculty recommendation and

review to determine the student's maturity.)

DEADLINE February 1, 2012: Applications and audition CD MUST be submitted by

February 1, 2012 or earlier.

FEES:

● Application Fee: $100 due with application and is non - refundable.

● Room/board Fee: $200 due JUNE 15, non-refundable, applied to room & board.

● Deposit: $100 due JUNE 15, refundable if dorm is left in good condition, all music

is returned to the library and required tax/citizenship information is provided

AUDITION CD:

The CD should be of good quality and represent YOUR best playing AT THIS TIME.

● Strings: Include TWO contrasting selections for a total length 15-20 minutes,

designed to show a variety of musical styles and a range of abilities. CUT long

piano introductions.

● VIOLINS: send TWO (2) CDS and applications

● VIOLAS: send ONE (1)CD and application

● CELLOS: send FOUR (4) CDs and applications

● Piano: Include THREE contrasting selections for a total length 15-20 minutes,

designed to show a variety of musical styles and a range of abilities. Send ONE

(1) CD and application

Do not send last year’s CD. Make sure mic placement is correct - test to check sound.

Listen and check the CD to make sure it represents YOUR playing at its best.

Put your name and list the selections on BOTH the cover and the CD.

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2012 Houston Symphony - Ima Hogg Competition

Application and repertoire for the competition can be found at http://www.houstonsymphony.org/education/competitions/imahoggcompetition.aspx

HOUSTON SYMPHONY

2012 IMA HOGG COMPETITION

May 31 – June 2, 2012

Shepherd School of Music, Rice University, Houston, Texas

Sponsored by the Houston Symphony League

First Prize: $5,000 Grace Woodson Memorial Award

and a performance with the Houston Symphony

Second Prize: $2,500 Houston Symphony League Jerry Priest Award

and a performance with the Houston Symphony

Third Prize: $1,000 Selma Neumann Memorial Award

Fourth Prize: $500 Award

Application Deadline: February 12, 2012 postmark

Mail preliminary CD or tape, completed application, and $30 application fee made payable to

Houston Symphony, with IMA HOGG in the memo line, to:

Houston Symphony

Education Department

615 Louisiana St.

Houston, TX 77002

For questions please contact:

Roger Daily, Director of Music Matters! 713-238-1449

Carol Wilson, Manager of Music Matters! 713-238-1447

E-mail: e&o@houstonsymphony.org. Houston Symphony fax: 713-224-0453

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Singers Cultural Exchange

We are providing an opportunity for you, the rising artist/singer, to audition to become one of the finalists/winners and join us for a 21-day, all expense paid Concert Tour of Europe mid-May to mid-June 2012. This exciting opportunity will have you singing solo repertoire as well as small chamber repertoire of duets and trios.

Registration form: http://www.singersculturalexchange.com/Registration-AUDITION-form.html

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Piano Instructor Needed

Brooklyn Musical Arts is an established music school in Brooklyn that provides music education for young children. We offer professional trainings for students who are interested in pursuing music as a career as well as preparations for music exams such as ABRSM and NYSSMA.

Position available: PART TIME Positions: Piano Instructor

Requirements:

*Bachelor degree in music or art or currently enrolled in a professional music conservatory.

*Minimum of one year of teaching experience.

*Patient with children and good personality.

*Committed to teaching and be able to maintain a very stable schedule; please do not apply for this job if you think you might have a lot of unpredictable events, i.e. performances, gigs, competitions, and festivals.

Please e-mail your resume or C.V. to BrooklynMusicalArts@gmail.com. After our evaluation, we will contact you for scheduling an interview. Please have your resume ready along with a recent photo when you come in for the interview. Thank you!

Contact information:

Brooklyn Musical Arts, 7306 18^th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11204

Tel: (718) 676-5188

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Malta International Music Competition

Presented by Violin and Friends International Music Festival

July 4 - 8, 2012
Valletta, Malta

Piano Solo, Violin Solo, Chamber Music

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VFIMF MASTER CLASSES

June 24 - July 3, 2012
Valletta, Malta

Piano, Flute, Violin, Cello, Chamber Music
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2012 Carlsbad Music Festival Composers' Competition

Submission deadline: December 9, 2011
Apply at: www.carlsbadmusicfestival.org (under "Competition")
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New Music Symposium

Presented by The Omaha Symphony Guild with guest composer William Bolcom

May 30 - June 1, 2012 * Omaha, NE

Scores must be postmarked by February 1, 2012, to be considered.

For score guidelines and to apply, please click here.
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2012 International Young Concert Artists Competition

July 12th - July 15th, 2012

Piano, Strings & Winds
The competition is open to contestants who were born between January 1st, 1985 and December 31st, 1995.

Closing date for receipt of entries is February 28th, 2012

For complete competition guidelines and how to apply, please click here.
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UNM John Donald Robb Music Trust 5th Biennial National Composers' Competition 2012

$3,500 Prize

Application Deadline: Postmarked by October 1, 2012

For complete competition guidelines and how to apply, please click here.
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American Masterworks String Festival & Masterclass

Presented by SoBe Arts

December 5 - 10, 2011

For application information to the advanced string residency or more information call 305.674.9220 or click here.
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Oboist Needed

for a performance opportunity of the Poulenc Sextet.

The players are both advanced amateurs and students.

Recital Date is May 18 at the Rose Studio (7 Lincoln Center Plaza). 100 will be in attendance with great party to follow.

3 or 4 rehearsals on the upper west side required.

Please call Ed at 212-697-3930 if you’re interested.
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SCI/ASCAP Commission

2012 SCI/ASCAP Student Composition Commission is open to U.S. citizens, legal residents, enrolled students with student visas or student members of SCI.

Applicants must be full time students in High School, in university/college composition degree programs, or studying privately with a professional composer.

ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY DECEMBER 30TH, 2011

For submission guidelines contact www.societyofcomposers.org

For additional info contact Kari Juusela at 617.747.2968 or kjuusela@berklee.edu
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Catherine Filene Shouse Chamber Music Institute & Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival

Deadline Friday, December 16, 2011

For full details, please visit www.greatlakeschambermusic.org
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Emil and Ruth Beyer Composition Award 2012

National Federation of Music Clubs

Piano Solo: $2,000
Voice: $2,000
Chamber Music: $4,000; $700

www.nfmc-music.org
Click on Competitions and Awards

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41st Annual William C. Byrd International Young Artist Competition for STRINGS

First Prize - $6,000 and a performance with the Flint Symphony Orchestra

Saturday, March 3, 2012

Auditions 8am~5pm
Finals 7pm

J. Dallas Dort Music Center
Flint, Michigan

For competition rules and regulations, and to apply, please click here.
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San Francisco Opera Chorus

Auditions for the 2012 Chorus Season, will be held as follows:

Location: War Memorial Opera House - SAN FRANCISCO
Dates: Late November and early December - Exact days and times TBD

Application deadline: Sunday, November 6, 2011

Audition Specifics:

• Regular Chorus - 3 to 4 operatic arias contrasting in style and language. Arias should be sung in the original key and language. One aria should be by Mozart.
• Extra Chorus - 2 to 3 operatic arias contrasting in style and language. Arias should be sung in the original key and language. One aria should be by Mozart.
• All Auditionees - One aria should be by Mozart. There will likely be sight-reading.
• An accompanist will be provided. However, you are welcome to bring your own.

Application: http://sfopera.com/SanFranciscoOpera/media/SiteAssets/8_About/Employment/chorus-application-082011.pdf

More Information: http://sfopera.com/About/Employment---Volunteering/Production/Regular---Extra-Chorus.aspx

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15th Annual Sphinx Competition for young Black and Latino string players

Junior Divison for players under the age of 18

Senior Divison for players ages 18 - 27

APPLICATION DEADLINE - Wednesday, November 9th, 2011, 11:59pm EST

Application web form can be found here: http://sphinx.myreviewroom.com/accounts/register/

All information can be found here: http://sphinx.myreviewroom.com/

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Banff Centre Summer Residencies

There are many residencies to peruse: http://www.banffcentre.ca/music/programs.mvc#Fall%20and%20Winter%20Residencies

PROGRAM TITLE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

PROGRAM DATES

"All-Star" Brass Ensemble Residency

Feb 9, 2011

Jul 25, 2011
Aug 6, 2011

Banff Festival Orchestra

Jan 19, 2011

Jul 25, 2011
Aug 21, 2011

Master Classes for Strings and Winds

Jan 19, 2011

Jul 4, 2011
Jul 22, 2011

Chamber Music Residency for Pre-formed Ensembles

Jan 19, 2011

Jun 13, 2011
Jul 1, 2011

Roots & Rhizomes Percussion Residency

Jan 12, 2011

Aug 14, 2011
Aug 21, 2011

Piano Master Class

Jan 12, 2011

Jul 25, 2011
Aug 12, 2011

Collaborative Piano Internship

Jan 12, 2011

Jul 4, 2011

Jul 22, 2011

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The Orpheus Vocal Competition

Welcome

Beginning in 1996, the Middle Tennessee Choral Society has sponsored the annual Orpheus Vocal Competition to provide financial support and encouragement to singers age 19 to 30 from around the United States who are pursuing careers as vocal artists. Orpheus is the only competition of its kind in the south central United States.

There are 2 categories in Orpheus:

• Student: for ages 19-24
• Young Artist: for ages 25-30

This year the Society will be awarding grand prizes of $3,000 for the Student winner and $5,000 for the Young Artist winner. Additional prizes will be awarded by individuals and corporations. For a listing of prizes awarded in past Orpheus Competitions, visit the Awards page.

Important Dates

Dec.1, 2011: Orpheus Application Postmark Deadline
Jan. 16, 2012: Semi-Finalists Notification
March 2-4, 2012: Contest Dates

Requirements

• Competition is open to any singer who has completed or is in the process of completing an accredited music education.
• Applicants must have reached their 19th birthday and may not have reached their 31st birthday by the application deadline.
• Applicants must submit, by the application deadline, CDs (no cassette tapes) containing two of the selections on the applicant's list of repertoire. Recordings must be accompanied by a completed application form, an updated resume, a current photo, and proof of date of birth.
• Applicants must provide a program of the following selections:
  • In the Young Artist category: 3 operatic arias in various styles and languages and one aria from standard oratorio.
  • In the Student category: 2 art songs in various styles and languages, 1 operatic aria, and 1 aria from standard oratorio.
• Only singers who are seriously pursuing careers as vocal artists need apply.
• Each completed application form must be accompanied by a non-refundable application fee of $50made to Middle Tennessee Choral Society.
• Information regarding housing, transportation, and performance dress will be included with semi-finalist notification.
• Afternoon recital attire is standard.

Application: http://orpheusvocal.com/application_12.pdf

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YOUNG ARTISTS’ CONCERTO COMPETITION 2011-2012

The Livingston Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce its Thirty-Fifth Annual Concerto Competition, which will be held on Sunday, December 18th, 2011. This year’s competition as on will focus on instrumentalists. The Winner will perform as soloist with the orchestra on Saturday evening, March 24, 2012, and will receive a $1,000.00 scholarship at that time. Please be sure to read the following rules and regulations thoroughly and carefully.

THE RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING THIS COMPETITION ARE AS FOLLOWS:

1. Applications and the Registration Fee of $48.00 (check or money order made payable to Livingston Symphony Orchestra) are due November 15th, 2011. Please mail application to:

Livingston Symphony Orchestra
P.O. Box 253
Livingston, NJ 07039

Any applications arriving after November 15th, 2011 will not be accepted.

2. Candidates must be a Legal Resident of New Jersey, although applicants may be residing outside the state temporarily at School, College, or Conservatory.
3. Age limitations: Applicants must have reached the age of 14 but not have exceeded the age of 21 as of December 31, 2011.
4. The selection of the work to be preformed is the choice of the performer. Any major work written for instrument with orchestral accompaniment as well as standard concerto will be accepted. Examples: Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 in B flat minor, or Sibelius Violin Concerto in D minor, Op 47. All movements must be performed from memory. Accompanists need not perform from memory, and should limit introductions and interludes for the sake of time.
5. Please have (3) copies of the score to give to the judges at the time of the audition.
6. Performers will NOT be heard without an accompanist. Responsibility for securing an accompanist is strictly up to the artist and should be determined in the initial phases of preparation for the Competition.
7. The competition is NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Only Judges, performers, accompanists, and page-turners (if required), are permitted in the audition room. Please do not bring anyone that is not involved in your performance, as they will not be permitted in the building.
8. Decisions of the Judges are final. Each performer will receive a set of Judge’s comments by mail.
9. The Winner will be notified at the end of the day December 18th, 2011.

Applications and the Rules and Regulations can also be found on our website www.lsonj.org.

The Members and Staff of the Livingston Symphony Orchestra wish everyone good luck!

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Bel Canto Institute

VOCAL
Summer Program (minimum age 18) and Youth Division Program (Ages 15-17) in residence in Florence, Italy

June 25 - July 21, 2012

The opportunity to immerse oneself, in a beautiful surrounding, in the study of Bel Canto, a style of singing rich in traditions that were not written in the music, but rather handed down from generation to generation.

Visit www.belcantoinst.org for program information and detailed faculty biographies, and for information about Performance Awards-Orchestral Performance Awards-Scholarships-Early Action Discount.

Deadline for applications is February 1, 2012
(Applications can be downloaded from the website)
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International Music Competition of France

TWO ROUNDS

Eliminatory Round: (see Application & download)

• Live Audition (see calendar)
• Submit DVD (complete repertoire by March 25th, 2012)

FINAL ROUND: PARIS - FRANCE

• Junior Section: May 5th/6th, 2012
• Artistc Section: May 12th/13th, 2012

TOTAL PRIZES IN FINAL : 12 000 €

No Age Limit

http://www.concours-musical-de-france.com/us/inscription2.htm

Application:

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Honens International Piano and Collaborative Piano Competition

Application due by February 1st, 2012: http://www.honens.com/Competition/Apply.aspx

Competition guidelines: http://www.honens.com/Competition/Competition-Guidelines/Rules-Guiding-Pianists-(1).aspx

Laureate
$100,000 CAN

Finalists (four)
$10,000 each

Semifinalists (five not advancing)
$2,500*

Raeburn Prize for Artist of special promise
$2,500

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Aspen Music Festival and School

Application: http://www.mozarcentral.com/login.php

APPLICATION DEADLINES

Friday, November 11, 2011

American Academy of Conducting at Aspen

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Aspen Opera Theater Center
Collaborative Piano
Aspen Contemporary Ensemble
Center for Advanced Quartet Studies (pre-screening)
Susan and Ford Schumann Center for Composition Studies (Master Class, Individual Studies, and Film Scoring)

Monday, January 2, 2012

Instrumental/Orchestral
Solo Piano
Classical Guitar
Edgar Stanton Audio Recording Institute
Resident Assistant Positions

APPLICATION FEES

$50 if application is submitted by December 1, 2011
$125 if application is submitted between December 2 and January 2, 2012

ENROLLMENT FEES

	FULL SESSION	HALF SESSION (I OR II)
Tuition	$3,200	$2,100
Health Service	$185	$115
Security Deposit	$100	$100
Room and Board	$3,300	$3,300

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XVII Paloma O'Shea Santander International Piano Competition

Application: http://www.santanderpianocompetition.com/audiciones/

Deadline: November 15th, 2011 to all pianists born from 1st January 1983 onwards.

First prize 30,000 euros

Second prize 20,000 euros

Eight Finalist Prizes and more semi-finalist prizes

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Opera Festival di Roma

Operafestival di Roma

Take your performance to the next level!

17^th Season in Rome

W.A. Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte / G. Puccini’s Suor Angelica

Opera Scenes and Concerts

Program Dates: July 5-30, 2012

Cincinnati, OH—October 16, 2011
Lexington, KY—October 17, 2011
Hattiesburg, MS—October 22, 2011
Tallahassee, FL—October 23, 2011
Richmond, VA—November 5, 2011
Gainesville, FL—November 6, 2011
Spartanburg, SC—November 12, 2011
Columbia, SC—November 13, 2011
Los Angeles, CA—November 20, 2011
New York City, NY—December 3, 2011
Tempe, AZ—January 14, 2012
Orlando, FL—January 22, 2012
San Francisco, CA—January 28, 2012
Boston, MA—February 4, 2012
Chicago, IL—February 4, 2012
Washington, DC—February 11, 2012
Atlanta, GA—February 18, 2012

Lead Roles:

Two arias are required. Prepare an aria from the role(s) for which you wish to audition and an aria in Italian. In addition, please prepare an extended Italian recitative of your choice (from any opera) or a short spoken monologue in Italian.

Supporting roles/ensemble/scene program:

Prepare two arias or art songs in Italian, German, or French.

Application:

http://www.operafest.com/

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Music Academy of the West

Application: https://www.applyweb.com/apply/maw/

Please note:

Voice, Vocal Piano and Collaborative Piano Application Fees:
$75 - due by October 14, 2011

Instrumental Program and Solo Piano Program Application Fees:
$75 if submitted by January 5, 2012
$100 for late applications submitted after January 5, 2012

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Just Love to Sing! Competition

Preliminary Auditions
November 5th - 8:00am - 4:00pm @ Concord City Auditorium

Finalists Concert
November 6th, 3:00pm @ Concord City Auditorium

There is no age limit.

Applicants

Must send their resume and photo and four aria choices
(three languages - one in English)

along with a $35.00 Registration Fee to:

Just Love to Sing!
PO Box 272
Alton NH 03809

Prizes include $1,500 Cash First Prize with other awards totaling $4,000 are being offered.

Deadline Date
October 31, 2011.

Any applications received after the deadline date will be returned to the sender.

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