One Week Left: Final Call to Enter the 16th Annual Bach Festival International The deadline is almost here—Saturday, October 25 at 9:00 PM PDT marks the close of applications for the 16th Annual Bach Festival International, hosted by the Seattle International Piano Festival (SIPF). Whether you’re a beginning student learning your first Menuet or a…
There’s Still Time to Join the 16th Annual Bach Festival International Whether you’re a young musician in California, a conservatory student in Bulgaria, or a lifelong pianist in Hong Kong, there’s still time to take part in one of the most enriching online events of the year—the 16th Annual Bach Festival International, presented by the…
SIPF Presents: Dominic Doutney in Recital – 2024 Professional Gold Medalist The Seattle International Piano Festival (SIPF) is pleased to present pianist Dominic Doutney, 2024 Professional Division Gold Medalist of the Seattle International Piano Competition, in a special public recital on September 14. This free concert appearance is part of the SIPF’s 20th anniversary celebrations…
Now Open: 16th Annual Bach Festival International – A Global Celebration for Young Musicians The Seattle International Piano Festival (SIPF) is pleased to announce the opening of registration for the 16th Annual Bach Festival International, a unique and fully online competition for pianists and instrumentalists of all ages and nationalities. This annual event, originally founded…
How to Choose Your Repertoire for the Virtuoso Artists Festival With the June 17 deadline fast approaching, here’s your guide to choosing repertoire that best showcases your artistry for the 2025 Virtuoso Artists Festival International: Accepted Styles: Romantic, Impressionistic, and Contemporary Divisions Available: Solo (single or multiple works), Concerto, and Chamber Time Limits by Age…
The 11th Virtuoso Artists Festival International is Now Open for Entries The Seattle International Piano Festival proudly announces the 11th Virtuoso Artists Festival International (VAFI)—an online celebration of Romantic, Impressionistic, and Contemporary music. Open to pianists, instrumentalists, and chamber ensembles of all ages and nationalities, this festival provides an inclusive opportunity for musicians to perform,…
Deadline Extension for the 2025 Classical Viennese Festival International Due to popular request, the Classical Viennese Festival International extends its deadline by 48 hours (Saturday, April 5, 9pm, PST). All Gold and Silver Medal recipients are eligible for $300 tuition waiver from our partner organization in California, the Amici International Music Festival. Aside from medals,…
Announcing the 2025 Adjudicators for the Classical Viennese Festival International The Classical Viennese Festival International is pleased to introduce the esteemed panel of adjudicators for the 2025 competition. This distinguished group of judges includes experienced professors and accomplished adjudicators, representing excellence in American piano pedagogy. Musicians of all ages and skill levels are invited to…