The UNO School of Music is pleased to announce the 2023 UNO Maverick PianoFest, committed to bringing academic and artistic opportunities for student pianists to learn from outstanding piano teachers from all over North America. All events are in-person. The events will take place on Saturday, November 11th and Sunday, November 12th.
The first day will focus on masterclasses given by our esteemed faculty. The day will end with a faculty recital given by both of our master teachers.
The second day will consist of a competition, divided into Young Artist (pre-collegiate) and Collegiate Divisions. Winners and Runner-Ups will receive cash prizes.
Food provided during the event for in-person attendees includes lunch on Saturday.
The 2023 Faculty
Deadlines to apply
Collegiate and Young Artist Divisions: Friday, October 27, 2023
Teachers and Observers Division: November 4, 2023
Teachers and Observers
We welcome you to observe any of the activities during the day.
Awards
First Prize: $200
Second Prize: $100
Honorable Mention
Questions?
Contact Dr. Kristín Jónína Taylor at kristintaylor@unomaha.edu.
Schedule is subject to change.
All times are Central Time.
Saturday, November 11
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9:00am-9:30am: |
Check-in (Strauss Performing Arts Center lobby) Brief Opening Statement (Concert Hall) |
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9:30am-11:30am:
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Master classes with Matthew Manwarren (Concert Hall) & Kristín Jónína Taylor (Recital Hall) |
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11:30am- 12:30pm: |
LUNCH BREAK (Strauss Performing Arts Center lobby) |
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12:30pm to 2:30pm: |
Continuation of Master classes with Matthew Manwarren (Concert hall) & Kristín Jónína Taylor (Recital Hall) |
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2:30-3:30pm |
Tour of the Strauss Performing Arts building as led by students from the UNO Piano Studio |
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3:30pm-5:30pm |
Break for practicing (2nd floor practice rooms) |
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5:30pm-7:00pm |
Dinner on your own |
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7:00pm-8:00pm |
Faculty Recital (Concert Hall)
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Sunday, November 12
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9:00am |
Check-in (Strauss Lobby) & Warm-Up Time (2nd floor practice rooms) |
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9:30am-11:30am:
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Competition (Concert Hall) |
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11:30am to 12:30pm: |
LUNCH BREAK (on your own) |
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12:30pm to 3:30pm: |
Competition (Concert Hall) |
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3:30-4:30pm |
Judges deliberation Free time for competitors |
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4:30pm to 5:00pm: |
Awards Ceremony for Young Artists and College Divisions (Concert Hall) |
Open to pianists enrolled in college or university.
As part of your application, you will be asked to submit a recording which contains two works of contrasting style demonstrating the musical and technical skills of the applicant. The recording should not exceed 15 minutes total.
Mail a check with a non-refundable application fee of $60 payable to “UNO School of Music/PianoFest.”
Complete an online application.
Deadline to apply
Collegiate and Young Artist Divisions: Friday, October 27, 2023
Open to young pianists between ages 12 and 18.
As part of your application, you will be asked to submit a recording which contains two works of contrasting style demonstrating the musical and technical skills of the applicant. The recording should not exceed 15 minutes total.
Mail a check with a non-refundable application fee of $60 payable to “UNO School of Music/PianoFest.”
Complete an online application.
Deadline to apply
Collegiate and Young Artist Divisions: Friday, October 27, 2023
Open to the general public who would like to observe any of the activities during the day.
Mail a check with a non-refundable application fee of $60 payable to “UNO School of Music - memo: UNO Maverick PianoFest”.
Complete an online application.
Applicants in this division DO NOT need to submit a recording. Acceptance will be based on a first-come, first-served basis.
Deadline to apply
Teachers and Observers Division: November 4, 2023
For more information or any questions, please email Dr. Kristín Jónína Taylor, UNO Maverick PianoFest Coordinator, at kristintaylor@unomaha.edu.
UNO Students may attend all events free of charge.
This event is generously sponsored by a Cultural Enrichment Grant from the College of Communication, Fine Arts, and Media.