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University of Louisville Classical Guitar Competition |
![]() ABOUT THIS COMPETITION
The University of Louisville Guitar Festival and Competition welcomes a roster of top-rate guitarists, devoted students, and casual enthusiasts for intensive study and artistic development. The competition includes free-choice repertoire for all rounds. Works may be repeated in multiple rounds. Time limits vary between 7-15 minutes between rounds.
MAIN OFFICE
University of Louisville School of Music
2301 S. Third Street
Louisville, KY 40292
s.mattingly@louisville.edu
WEBSITE
http://louisville.edu/music/guitarfest
ELIGIBILITY
This competition includes a Youth Division for guitarists under 17 years old and a Solo Artist Division for all ages.
ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S)
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DETAILS |
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Travel Covered? | No |
Frequency | Annual |
Cash prizes | $10,000 to $50,000 |
Additional prizes | Performances |
Jury chair(s) | Stephen Mattingly, director of Classical Guitar Studies, University of Louisville |
Jury size | 1 to 5 |
Application deadline | May 21, 2015 |
Application notes | The application deadline is one day prior to the first round of competition. |
SEMIFINALS (live rounds)
Saturday, May 23, Comstock Concert Hall, University of Louisville School of Music, Louisville, Kentucky |
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FINALS (live rounds)
Saturday, May 24, Comstock Concert Hall, University of Louisville School of Music, Louisville, Kentucky |
COMPETITION OPEN TO THE PUBLIC?
✔ Live | ✘ Web (live streaming or recorded) |
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