Below are rules from the sixth Amateur Competition in 2011, for
reference only:
Eligibility
- Applicants should be those who play piano for pleasure and
dedication to the instrument and its repertoire, rather than those
who play primarily for professional pursuits or financial benefit.
Decisions by the Foundation are final.
- Minimum age is 35 years as of May 23, 2011.
- Previous first-prize winners of the competition are not
eligible.
- Priority will be given to applicants who have not previously
competed in the competition.
- Prize winners will be required to provide a social security or
ITIN number.
- Applicants must submit a completed application form and all
materials along with a $75 non-refundable fee.
Rounds And Repertoire
Preliminary Round
A maximum of 75 applicants each present a program between 10 and
12 minutes in length.
Semifinal Round
Up to 25 semifinalists each present a program between 16 and 20
minutes in length.
Final Round
Six finalists each present a program between 25 and 30 minutes in
length.
Repertoire
Competitors are free to choose their own programs for all phases
of the competition. However, no works may be repeated in subsequent
rounds and complete program timings must be inclusive of applause.
Returning competitors are encouraged to present repertoire that has
not been performed at previous competitions. It is suggested that
the repertoire reflect a variety of musical periods and composers.
Separate movements of larger works will be accepted but must be
performed in their entirety. Works do not have to be memorized.
