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“PRO PIANO-ROMANIA” International Piano Competition
18th Edition, June 16 – 22, 2014 – Bucharest
Master Classes ~ June 16th (see information below)
The 2014 “PRO PIANO-ROMANIA” International Piano Competition is open to young pianists of any nationality, born after January 1st, 1984. The 18th edition will take place between 16 and 22 of June 2014 in Bucharest.
1. The competitors are divided into 4 age groups (sections); each section is divided into categories, according to their year of birth: Section A (junior 1 and junior 2), Section B, Section C and Section D (4 hands)
SECTION A: Junior 1 and Junior 2 (one stage):
JUNIOR 1 – includes children born in 2007 (1st category) and 2006 (2nd category)
Repertoire for Junior 1 (maximum 5’): one study and 2 pieces different styles
JUNIOR 2 – includes children born in 2005 (1st category) and 2004 (2nd category)
Repertoire for Junior 2 (maximum 8’): one study, one pre-classical (baroque) piece and one piece (classic, or romantic, or modern)
SECTION B: 8 age groups (2 stages)
Cat. 1- born in 2003 – maximum: 10 ‘ (for stage II)
Cat. 2 – Born in 2002
Cat. 3 – Born in 2001
Cat. 4 – Born in 2000
Cat. 5 – Born in 1999 – maximum: 15 ‘ (for stage II)
Cat 6 – Born in 1998
Cat. 7 – Born in 1997 – maximum: 20 ‘ (for stage II)
Cat. 8 – Born in 1996 and 1995
Repertoire for Section B:
1st Stage (eliminatory):
a) A study;
b) a piece of pre-classical (baroque)
2nd Stage:
a) A classic piece: sonata (one part only), Rondo (stand-alone piece), or Theme with variations
b) A romantic piece or modern piece (universal or Romanian)
SECTION C: young pianists born after 1984 (3 stages)
Repertoire:
1st Stage (eliminatory):
a) Two virtuosity studies (Chopin, Liszt, Schumann, Rachmaninoff, Debussy, Skriabin, Prokofiev)
b) J. S. Bach – Prelude and Fugue or 3 movements (parts) of the Suite or Partites
2nd Stage (semi-finale, eliminatory) – maximum 30 ‘
a) a classical sonata (Haydn, Mozart or Beethoven)
b) a modern piece (Universal or Romanian)
3rd Stage (final) – maximum 30 ‘
Recital with pieces different from those performed during the first two stages eliminatory stages, with a compulsory romantic piece included.
SECTION D: 4 hands ensemble (one stage)
Cat. 1 – Born between 2005 to 2001
Cat. 2 – Born between 2000 to 1994
Cat. 3 – Born between 1993 to 1983
Repertoire:
Any pieces of your own choice, with the following maximum length:
Cat. 1 – 5 min / Cat 2 – 10 min / Cat 3 – 15 min
NOTE: You can participate in two different categories: the age of competitor and a superior category, with different repertoires. Repertoire statement in your application form cannot be changed afterwards.
The order of interpretation of the pieces is to free choice of candidates. In case of exceeding the maximum set for stage 2 (or 3) the Jury will stop the evolution of the candidates. The competitors will perform in an alphabetical order within their age group. The competition is public.
2. The application deadline is 23th of May, 2014.
The application form should be sent par e-mail (propiano@gmail.com) or mail:
Cultural Foundation “PRO PIANO-ROMANIA” / Attn: Mrs. Stela Avesalon
Aleea Padurea Craiului no.1, Bloc H3, Scara 1, Ap.11, Sector 3, Postal Cod 032719
Post Office 57, Bucharest, Romania, Europe
3. The application shall include:
• Copy of birth certificate/ID/Passport
• Application form filled in with all required data and definitive repertoire
(Application form on the bottom of this page)
• One photo in digital format(high resolution) or in electronic format (JPEG)
• receipt certifying the payment of the participation fee: category A – 70 EURO, B – 90 EURO, category C – 100 EURO, category D – 50 EURO/person, payable only trough Western Union (Money Transfer), to address: Stela Avesalon, Aleea Padurea Craiului 1, Bloc H3, Scara 1, Ap. 11, Sector 3, Of. Post. 57, Cod 032719, Bucharest, Romania. You can find Western Union addresses in your city par Google -Western Union. After the payment please send us par e-mail the number of this Western Union Transfer, the name of sender and the amount
The contest fee is non-refundable if the participant does not show up.
Each competitor will receive the official confirmation and invitation (when needed), after your registration.
All travel expenses, accommodation & meals are paid by the participants.
4. Awards:
* The “Pro Piano – Romania” International Competition Grand Prix
* 5 (five) prizes for each category, including the Prize of Excellence
* Special Awards
* Award for an outstanding interpretation of a Romanian piece or of another repertoire piece
* Prizes from sponsors
Awards will be announced after the final Stage (Round) of each section of the “PRO PIANO-ROMANIA” International Competition.
All the participants with no awards, will be given a Diploma of Participation, at their request.
All prizes will be delivered in person at the award ceremony winners: Gala.
5. The Jury will include personalities of Romanian and international music world.
The Contest participants will fully respect obey the competition rules and the decisions of the Jury.
The performance of some competitors may be recorded and used after competition, without any pretence of fee on part of the participants.
Further information can be obtained at:
Tel/Fax: +4021 – 341 16 88
Tel / Mobile: +4 – 0722 382 626
E-mail: propiano@gmail.com
Web page:http://www.propiano.org
APPLICATION FORM
“PRO PIANO-ROMANIA” International Piano Competition
18th Edition, June 16 to 22, 2014 – Bucharest
Competitor
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School / high school … … … … … … … … … … … …
Curriculum vitae (if necessary, a separate page)
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Teacher’s info:
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Repertoire
Sections A and D (one stage) – see durations :
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Section B (2 stages):
Stage I
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Stage II: cat.1-4 max. 10; as. 5-6 max. 15 ‘ / cat. 7-8 max. 20 ‘
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Section C (3 stages):
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Stage II – (eliminatory): max. 30 ‘
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Stage III – final: max. 30 ‘
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Date: Signature
Piano Masterclass
Piano Masterc Class with pianists: Constantin Sandu (Portugal) and Vlad Dimulescu (Bucharest) on Monday 16th of June 2014. Application deadline: 23 May 2014
Qualification criteria for Piano Master Classes: anybody who would like to receive an additional technical and interpretation advice for selected repertoire. Registrations for Master Classes are not conditioned by the registrations for the Piano Contest , but can enrich participant’s experience.
Documents to submit:
– Curriculum Vitae
– Copy of passport or national ID card
– Copy of payement(through Western Union): 60Euro(for one activ participation – 45′) and 100 Euro(for 2 participations)
– ID photo maximum format 4 cm on 5 cm
– a list of 2 to 3 pieces that you wish to work on for the chosen Master class.
Sending of the applications:
“PRO PIANO-ROMANIA” Foundation – Stela Avesalon
Aleea Padurea Craiului nr.1, Bloc H3, Sc.1, Ap.11, Sector 3,
Cod 02719, Bucharest – Romania
Application Form
to “PRO PIANO-ROMANIA – Master Classes”
Last Name…………………………………………………………………………………………..
First Name..…………………………………………………………………………………………
Date and place of birth…………………………………………………………………………………….
Citizenship..…………………………………………………………………………………………
Address………………………………………………………………………………………………
Tel (Landline).…………………………………..…………………………………………………..
Tel (Mobile)……….…………………………………………………………………………………
Email…………………………………………………………………………………………………
I register for the following Master classes and Repertoire(specify your choice) :
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Date……………………………………………………………………………………………………
Signature………………………………………………………………………………………………