Scholarships for young pianists
Two scholarships are being offered for young pianists to participate in the 2nd International Piano Festival in Italy from August 9 to 19.
The grants include flights, accommodation and participation in master classes at the festival. The scholarships are being awarded by the European Foundation for Support of Culture with the support of Alexey Kononenko.
A selection process will be held on Wednesday at the Johann Strauss School of Music, Valletta.
Intermediate students are to present two contrasting pieces or movements for up to seven minutes. Advanced students are to present two to three contrasting pieces or movements for up to 14 minutes.
Those wishing to apply are to send an e-mail to info@eufsc.eu by Tuesday with the candidate’s name, age and programme to be presented. A €10 registration fee is to be paid on the day of the audition.
Source: http://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20150705/education/Scholarships-for-young-pianists.575347
