The Gina Bachauer International Piano Foundation is pleased to announce plans for the XV Gina Bachauer International Artists Piano Competition to take place in Salt Lake City, Utah, during June, 2010.  During this year, the Bachauer Foundation will celebrate 35 years of producing piano competitions, bringing the best musicians in the world to Utah to compete for cash, prizes, and fame.

The XV Gina Bachauer International Artists Piano Competition, for pianists ages 19-32, will be held June 17 through July 1, 2010, in Salt Lake City, Utah.  35 applicants will be selected to compete in this prestigious event, vying for cash prizes exceeding $80,000 US.   The chosen competitors will perform over a two-week period for an international jury of 10 distinguished artists, playing in two rounds of recitals.  There are no requirements of repertory, offering the competitors full opportunity to display their artistry and virtuosity in music of their own choice. No elimination will occur until the final round, when six finalists will each perform a concerto in Abravanel Hall with the Utah Symphony in two nights of concerts.  The winners will be announced on the second night.

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PRIZES
The XV Gina Bachauer International Artists Piano Competition and Foundation is proud to announce the following prizes to the Six (6) Finalists and Winners:

First Prize
$30,000 U.S. Cash Award
Gina Bachauer Gold Medal
CD Recording
Professional Photo Session
Concert and Recital Engagements

Second Prize
$15,000 U.S. Cash Award
Gina Bachauer Silver Medal
CD Recording
Concert and Recital Engagements

Joanne Baker Third Prize
$10,000 U.S. Cash Award
Gina Bachauer Bronze Medal
CD Recording
Concert and Recital Engagements

Fourth Prize
$8,000 U.S. Cash Award

Fifth Prize
$7,000 U.S. Cash Award

Sixth Prize
$6,000 U.S. Cash Award

INTERNATIONAL JURY

Live auditions will be held in nine cities worldwide from November 2009 through January 2010.  Invited applicants will perform for a live audience and jury to determine who will be selected to compete in Salt Lake City in June 2010.

Worldwide Audition Dates and Sites

Information concerning the official application will be available by accessing the website www.bachauer.com.   All applications must be submitted by September 15, 2009 to be considered.

IMPORTANT DATES

Inquiries and questions may be addressed to the:

GINA BACHAUER INTERNATIONAL PIANO FOUNDATION
138 West 300 South – Suite 220
Salt Lake City, Utah 84101 – USA
Tel. 801.297.4250
e-mail: info@bachauer.com
www.bachauer.com
Fax: 801.521.9202

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