Paderewski Youth Piano Competition
2022 Paderewski Festiavl Youth Piano Competition
The Paderewski Festival in Paso Robles Annual Youth Piano Competition
COMPETITION AUDITIONS: In person, Paso Robles, Saturday, October 15, 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Saturday, October 1, 2022
RESULTS ANNOUNCED: Saturday, October 15, 2022
YOUTH COMPETITION WINNERS' RECITAL (Live): Saturday, November 5, 2022. Paso Robles location; time TBD.
The contest is open to piano students competing in two groups: Juniors (ages 10-14) and Seniors (ages 15-18). All contestants must currently study with an established piano teacher and reside within the following counties: Fresno, Monterey, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo. Residents of other California counties and professional pianists may not apply.
All Participants in the 2022 auditions will receive a certificate. Prizes ranging from $100-$750 will be awarded to the best performers in each category. The Competition Jury will be headed by pianist and composer, Marek Zebrowski, Director of the Polish Music Center at USC and Artistic Director of the Paderewski Festival in Paso Robles. Awards will be made at the discretion of the Jury, whose verdict shall be final. The Jury reserves the right to withhold a prize or prizes in each age group, and Jury decisions will not be subject to appeal.
For additional information, please contact Emelia Banninger at pianocompetitioncoordinator@gmail.com or 805.657.0622
