Competitions

Please see the competition results page.

MTNA Performance Competitions

Music Teachers National Association holds annual competitions that recognize exceptionally talented young artists. The state competitions are considered the primary educational level, with the division and national levels showcasing outstanding performances.

When: November 12-14, 2010
Where: University of Puget Sound, Tacoma
Entry deadline: midnight, September 14, 2010
Questions? Contact Laurie Eash, Laurie52@aol.com

Winners of the November competitions compete at the Northwest Division level, in January.
When: January 14-16, 2011
Where: Boise State University, Boise, Idaho
Questions? Contact David French, (208)356-3761, id_maestro@yahoo.com

Schedule coming Fall 2010. More information is available online at mtna.org.

WSMTA Outstanding Artist Competition

This competition provides another opportunity for Washington state's talented pianists. It runs concurrently with the MTNA Competition. Its goal is to serve as a positive, initial step for students wanting to compete in the MTNA Performance Competition in future years.

When: November 12-14, 2010
Where: University of Puget Sound, Tacoma
Entry deadline: September 15, 2010
Questions? Contact Julie Swienty or Jee Wong at OACCompetition@gmail.com

Monetary awards for Senior piano division (age 15-18)

First prize - $300
Second prize - $200
Third prize - $100

Monetary awards for Junior piano division (age 11-14)

First prize - $200
Second prize - $100
Third prize - $75

MTNA Composition Competitions

This annual competition encourages creativity and self-expression in student musicians through the art of composing. Complete information is available at mtna.org.

Entry deadline: midnight, September 14, 2010

Questions? Contact Bob Pajer, NCTM, bobpajer@pianosoloseattle.net