XVII Golden Key Piano Composition Competition

03 Sep - 01 Dec, 2024

The intent of the XVII Golden Key Piano Composition Competition is to encourage creativity and selfexpression in new and upcoming composers and to provide an opportunity for winning compositions to reach an international audience at the World Composers’ Recital held as part of the Golden Key Music Festival of Vienna. The competition comprises National and International Divisions. The National Division is exclusively available to composers residing in the United States, whereas the International Division is open to composers worldwide. U.S. residents have the option to apply for the National, International, or both divisions.
The Competition is open to composers in five age categories:
• Elementary (age 5 – 10)
• Junior (age 11 – 14)
• Senior (age 15 – 18)
• Young Artist (age 19 – 26)
• Professional (age 27 and older)
The application fees are as follows:
• National (must be resident of the United States): $95 for each person/entry.
• International: $120

Closing date: n/a

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This competition appears to include an online round that charges over €35. musicalchairs is concerned that the fee for online judging must be commensurate with the value offered to applicants whether they are successful or unsuccessful. Please therefore study the guidelines for this competition carefully:

Is the Jury for the online round published and are they widely respected musicians?
Does each Jury member listen to the submissions in full?
Do applicants receive detailed and considered feedback about their complete performance/score from the Jury?

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