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Enter 2024 Entries open 01 March - 30 April
2024 Pianoforte Competition dates: Tuesday 06 - Friday 09 August
Venue: The Masonic Centre, 616 Barkly St, Golden Point, Ballarat
NEW non-competitive sections available in all age groups this year for those wishing to perform and receive a critique for experience only.
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Schimmel Pianoforte Competition
Piano comes from the Italian name Pianoforte which means “piano” soft and “forte” loud.
The Schimmel Pianoforte competition at the Royal South Street Society Ballarat Eisteddfod has launched many young performers careers. The Eisteddfod offers a unique chance for personal growth and improvement. Our platform is a transformative journey where performers can refine their skills, boost their confidence, and unlock their full potential. Join us on this path to self-discovery and artistic excellence.
The Schimmel Pianoforte competition is open to all ages from under 8 years – 19 years, VCE students and Open Age sections. There are also new non-competitive sections available in all age groups this year for those wishing to perform and receive a critique for experience only.
The Schimmel Pianoforte Competition has many special awards with up to $300 cash prize money on offer.* Competition is open to all pianists, including individuals, schools, specialist music schools and/ or private intuition teachers students.
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The Schimmel Pianoforte is a well-established discipline of the Royal South Street Society Ballarat Eisteddfod.
