Smetana International Piano Competition

Conservatory of Pilsen

Every two years

31.08.2018

1-30 (3 age categories)

Between one and three rounds, depending on age category

The competition is open to Czech and foreign pianists.

Age groups

• First category: age limit of 16 years (born in 2002 and later). The competition of the First category consists of one round.

• Second category: age limit of 20 years (born in 1998 and later). The competition of the Second category consists of two rounds.

• Third category: age limit of 30 years (born in 1988 and later). The competition of the Third category consists of three rounds.

Each applicant must:

1) Fill in the online application form by 31 August, 2018.

2) enclose an entry fee until 31 August, 2018.

The entry fee for foreign participants in the Competition amounts to 60 EUR (entry fee is non-reversible)

The following documents should be attached to the application form for the foreign participants

• an electronic copy of the applicant´s passport, stating the applicant´s name, date of birth and passport number
• a portrait photograph of the applicant in an image file format required in the on-line application form

The Organiser will acknowledge the receipt and acceptance of applications and confirm applicant´s participation by 15 September, 2018.

1. 1st prize: CZK 10, 000
2. 2nd prize: CZK 5, 000
3. 3rd prize: CZK 3, 000

1. 1st prize: CZK 30, 000
2. 2nd prize: CZK 15, 000
3. 3rd prize: CZK 8, 000

1. 1st prize: CZK 50, 000
2. 2nd prize: CZK 25, 000
3. 3rd prize: CZK 12, 000

CZK 30, 000