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Schadt String Competition |
ABOUT THIS COMPETITION
Begun in 1997 following a bequest to the Allentown Symphony Association from Edwin H. and Leigh W. Schadt, the competition alternates annually among violin, cello, and classical guitar. The first prize includes a cash award of $8,000 and a solo concerto engagement with the Allentown Symphony Orchestra.
MAIN OFFICE
23 North 6th Street
Allentown, PA 18101
skocher@allentownsymphony.org
WEBSITE
http://schadtcompetition.weebly.com/
ELIGIBILITY
Must be 18 or not have reached 31st birthday by December 14, 2015. Must be a current resident or citizen of the United States. Proof of citizenship required, or copy of your Student Visa or Green Card with entry. Competition is not open to prior first-place winners of the Schadt String Competition.
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) | Not provided |
| Jury size | 1 to 5 |
| Application deadline | December 14, 2015 |
| Application notes | Cello: December 2015; Classical Guitar: December 2016; Violin: December 2017 |
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SEMIFINALS (live rounds)
Cello, 4-5 March 2016, Miller Symphony Hall, Allentown Pennsylvania |
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FINALS (live rounds)
Cello, 6 March 2016, Miller Symphony Hall, Allentown, Pennsylvania |
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COMPETITION OPEN TO THE PUBLIC?
| ✔ Finals only (live and/or online) |
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