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Denison University International Piano Competition

For high school students in grades 9 - 11

When

Saturday, February 10, 2024 – Sunday, February 11, 2024
Events start on Saturday at 9:00 am

Where

Denison University, Granville, OH
Michael D. Eisner Center for the Performing Arts

Denison University International Piano Competition

We are excited to launch the inaugural Denison University International Piano Competition, open to high school students currently in grades 9 – 11. Competition rounds, master classes, recitals, and other events will be held in the Michael D. Eisner Center for the Performing Arts on Denison University's campus in Granville, Ohio (25 miles east of Columbus). Participants will perform for an international jury in the beautiful Sharon Martin Hall, and will have the opportunity to join master classes with acclaimed guest artists and Denison piano faculty members.

Eligibility

Open to classically-trained pianists (any nationality) currently attending high school grades 9–11. Current seniors are NOT eligible.

Application deadline: November 15, 2023

Notification of acceptance will be made by December 15, 2023

Repertoire

Participants should prepare 20-25 minutes of program. (Applicants must upload a video of 10–15 minutes of their playing to the SlideRoom application portal.)

The program should include selections from at least two of the following style periods:

  • Baroque
  • Classical
  • Romantic
  • 20th/21st century

Performance of works by BIPoC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) composers is encouraged.

With the exception of 20th/21st century repertoire, all works must be memorized.

Prizes

First Prize: $3,000

Second Prize: $2,000

Third Prize: $500

Special Award for best performance of music by a BIPoC composer: $500

Judges

Semi-Final & Final Round Judges

Competition Schedule

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Reception for early arrivals

All early arrivals are invited to join us for an informal reception on Friday afternoon in the Michael D. Eisner Center for the Performing Arts.  Meet current Denison music faculty and students and tour our beautiful performing arts center. Practice rooms will be available upon request.
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Semi-final round

Audition location: Sharon Martin Hall. Practice rooms will be available prior to your performance time.
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Campus tour

Optional tour of Denison University campus. Comfortable walking shoes recommended!
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Panel discussion on “Designing your college music experience”

Location: Burke Recital Hall. There are many ways to include music in at college, whether you just want to take lessons or whether you want to pursue music as your major and career. Explore different kinds of college music programs with Denison faculty, students, and Admission staff.  All parents and students are invited to attend.
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Campus tour

Optional tour of Denison University campus. Comfortable walking shoes recommended!
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Piano master class with Sun Min Kim and Hana Chu

Denison piano professors Sun Min Kim and Hana Chu will lead a master class in Burke Recital Hall.
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Catered dinner

All participants and families are encouraged to join us for a catered dinner with Denison music faculty and students (in the Eisner Center upper level).
6:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Finalists announced

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Guest artist recital

Logan Skelton

The recital will take place in Burke Recital Hall. It is free and open to the public.
9:00 am - 10:30 am

Final round

Audition location: Sharon Martin Hall. Practice rooms will be available prior to your performance time.
11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Master class with Logan Skelton

Guest artist Logan Skelton will lead a master class in Burke Recital Hall. Open to all competition participants.
1:00 pm

Winners announced

Application Fee

$50

Application deadline: November 15, 2023

Click on the box below to access the SlideRoom application portal and detailed application requirements. Please contact Sun Min Kim (kims@denison.edu) to request an application fee waiver.

 

 

Location & Venue

Denison University, Granville, OH

Location Image

The state-of-the-art Michael D. Eisner Center for the Performing Arts is home to Denison University's departments of dance, music, and theatre.

Additional details

Click here for a campus map, directions, and list of local accommodations Discounted rooms will available at the Cherry Valley Lodge.