Prior to each competition cycle, notices go out to national and international music schools and universities 18 months in advance, announcing the next competition cycle.
Concert pianists from major music schools here and abroad serve as the Competition’s distinguished judges. Artistry and proficiency are the only criteria to win. All judges write constructive comments for contestants. This is often the greatest value in encouraging and refining the pianists’ future performances.
The Competition also includes Master Classes with the distinguished judges and are open to the public, giving the applicants invaluable one-on-one coaching time with our renowned panel of judges.
Each of the three divisions has different repertory requirements, playing times, judges, expectations, and performance prizes. Logistics must be arranged for venues, sponsors, marketing; and volunteer chairs to coordinate transportation, housing, promotion, and hospitality.
Throughout the very complex planning for each competition cycle, PSIPC continues to raise funds to support these initiatives.
