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UNO Maverick PianoFest

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The UNO School of Music is pleased to announce the 2022 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 participants may join either in-person or virtually. The events will take place on Saturday, November 12th and Sunday, November 13th.

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 both days.

Teachers and Observers
We welcome you to observe any of the activities during the day.

Cash prizes
First Prize: $200, Second Prize: $100, Honorable Mention

The 2022 Faculty
Carolyn True & Kristín Jónína Taylor

Deadlines to apply
Collegiate and Young Artist Divisions: October 28, 2022
Teachers and Observers Division: November 4, 2022

Questions
Contact kristintaylor@unomaha.edu


Schedule

Schedule is subject to change. All times are Central Time.

Saturday, November 12

9:00am-9:30am:

Sign-in to Zoom

Check-in (In-person participants) & Sign-in to Zoom (Virtual attendees)

Brief Opening Statement

9:30am-11:30am:

Master classes with Carolyn True (Concert Hall) & Kristín Jónína Taylor (Recital Hall)

11:30am- 12:30pm:

LUNCH BREAK

12:30pm to 2:30pm:

Continuation of Master classes with Carolyn True & Kristín Jónína Taylor

2:30-3:30pm

Virtual tour of the Strauss Performing Arts building as led by students from the UNO Piano Studio

3:30pm-5:00pm

Break for practicing

5:00pm-6:00pm

Dinner

6:00pm-7:00pm

Break - Games and other activities

7:00pm-8:00pm

Faculty Recital

Sunday, November 13

9:00am

Check-in (In-person) or Sign-in to Zoom (Virtual)

9:30am-11:30am:

Competition

11:30am to 12:30pm:

LUNCH BREAK

12:30pm to 3:30pm:

Competition

3:30-4:30pm

Judges deliberation

4:30pm to 5:00pm:

Awards Ceremony for Young Artists and College Divisions

First Prize: $200
Second Prize: $100
Honorable Mention


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Open to pianists enrolled in college or university.

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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 $50 payable to “UNO School of Music - memo: UNO Maverick PianoFest”

Complete an online application.

Deadline to apply
Collegiate and Young Artist Divisions: October 28, 2022


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Open to young pianists between ages 12 and 18.

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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 $50 payable to “UNO School of Music - memo: UNO Maverick PianoFest”

Complete an online application.

Deadline to apply
Collegiate and Young Artist Divisions: October 28, 2022


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Open to the general public who would like to observe any of the activities during the day.

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Mail a check with a non-refundable application fee of $50 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, 2022


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.

Cultural Enrichment

Learn more about other School of Music Concerts

Contact Us

  • Dr. Karen Fannin, Interim Director: kfannin@unomaha.edu

  • Adam Hilt, Coordinator of Outreach and Recruitment: ahilt@unomaha.edu

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