Spokane Piano Competition

Providing a platform for pianists to advance their musical study and achieve artistic growth.

2020 Dates:

Wednesday, November 4: Youth Division

Thursday, November 5: Senior Division

Friday/Saturday, November 6 – 7: Junior Division

2019 Winners

ABOUT the SPC

Since 2013 the Spokane Piano Competition is an event that offers students and teachers a unique opportunity to perform, compete, learn and improve.

The SPC provides a platform for piano students to practice, perform and receive feedback about their overall musical ability.

The SPC scorecards provide immediate feedback. Scores are received within minutes of the performance and can be utilized for prompt evaluation goal-setting and advancement.

A written score explanation may also be purchased!

About the Director

FAQs

The competition gives each student three avenues for success.

PREPARATION
The SPC provides students with a tangible goal to incorporate musical artistry, technical ability, and performance skill during their practice and preparation.
EDUCATION
Scores provide a base for improvement. With five areas of evaluation, students and teachers will quickly see the student’s strengths and those areas that need improvement.
COMPETITION
The SPC provides reward and motivation for students to improve their overall musical presentation. Competition can be individualized with the goal of improving their score each succeeding year, and the awards and prizes used to evaluate progress and ability within the specific music and age category.

OUR MISSION

Providing a platform for pianists to advance their musical study and achieve artistic growth.

RULES & CATEGORIES

Ensemble Competition

Senior Division: Ages 15 – 18 $42
Junior Division: Ages 11 – 14 $37
Youth Division: Ages 7 – 10 $32

Solo Competition

Senior Division: Ages 15 – 18 $37
Junior Division: Ages 11 – 14 $32
Youth Division: Ages 7 – 10 $27

Music Categories

Baroque/Classical (Youth only)
Baroque (Junior & Senior Division)
Classical (Junior & Senior Division)
Romantic
Impressionist/Modern
Open/Non-Competitive – Adults & Students
Ensemble Competition

Learn more about music categories

SCORING CRITERIA

THE SPC USES A NUMERIC SCORING SYSTEM

5

Superior

4

Excellent

3

Good

2

Fair

1

Poor

SCORING DEFINITIONS:

Interpretation of Composer’s Style & Intent

Performance demonstrates understanding of musical era
Composer’s style and concepts are discernable
Title, genre and form are indicated by the musical delivery

Rhythmic Accuracy & Integrity

Technical Mastery & Physical Ease

Sound Quality, Expression & Musical Artistry

Audience Engagement

View Example Score Card

View Example Score Explanation

November 4 – 7, 2020

Entry Deadline:Monday, October 4, 2020

Students Compete within these age categories:

Youth: Ages 7 – 10
Junior: Ages 11 – 14
Senior: Ages 15 – 18

2020 SPC Judge

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509-995-5676

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Providing a platform for pianists to advance their musical study and achieve artistic growth.

2020 Dates:

ABOUT the SPC

The competition gives each student three avenues for success.

PREPARATION

EDUCATION

COMPETITION

OUR MISSION

RULES & CATEGORIES

Ensemble Competition

Solo Competition

Music Categories

SCORING CRITERIA

THE SPC USES A NUMERIC SCORING SYSTEM

SCORING DEFINITIONS:

Interpretation of Composer’s Style & Intent

Rhythmic Accuracy & Integrity

Technical Mastery & Physical Ease

Sound Quality, Expression & Musical Artistry

Audience Engagement

November 4 – 7, 2020

2020 SPC Judge

Contact Us

509-995-5676

[email protected]

Event Information

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