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Q: Do I have to prepare an entire concerto or just one movement?
A: You should have the entire concerto or major work prepared. Since the first round is less than 15 minutes, the judges will ask to hear specific excerpts of your prepared pieces. Please be advised that should you be selected for the final round, the judges may request an edited version with a duration of 12 minutes or less as the final round is a concert!
Q: Will here be a place to practice beforehand?
A: Crighton theater has one room with a piano which you may use for warming up approximately 10 to 15 minutes before your audition time. Off-site practice sessions will be arranged at nearby homes and churches. You must schedule your session ahead of time by contacting Ms. Pokorski. You will need to schedule your time block no later than one week before you compete. Do not ask your YTA assigned accompanist to do this for you. There is no off-site practice availability following the concluding preliminary round. Piano candidates will be given an optional 10 minutes on the stage piano before their audition. You will be advised of that in your acceptance letter.
Q: What about staying in homes?
A: Many loyal fans of the Young Texas Artists Music Competition welcome candidates and their accompanists into their homes. They will provide you with a place to stay and breakfast, but you are responsible for your other meals and transportation. You must request these accommodations at the time of application, as space is limited and we cannot guarantee availability. Every effort will be made to place pianists in homes with pianos.
Q: How far ahead of time should I arrive?
A: You are expected to check in at the Crighton Theater no later than 1 hour before your audition time. If you are scheduled for an off-site practice session, you may wish to check in and pick up your packet before then. Your packet will contain additional information pertinent to the competition.
Q: Can I compete again if I was a finalist previously?
A: Yes, unless you were a Grand Prize winner. Only former Grand Prize winners may not compete again.
Q: What about free tickets?
A: The preliminary rounds are free and open to the public. Each candidate is entitled to four complimentary tickets to the Finalists’ Concert. Check the Box Office under your name. Regular tickets are $20.00.
Q: Is there a list of motels where I can stay?
A: The Conroe Chamber of Commerce lists many places to stay. Click here to see the list.
