The UNO School of Music is pleased to announce the 2024 UNO Maverick PianoFest, committed to bringing academic and artistic opportunities for student pianists to learn from outstanding piano teachers from all over North America. All events are in-person. The events will take place on Saturday, November 9th and Sunday, November 10th.
The first day will focus on masterclasses given by our esteemed faculty. The day will end with a faculty recital given by both of our master teachers.
The second day will consist of a competition, divided into Young Artist (pre-collegiate) and Collegiate Divisions. Winners and Runner-Ups will receive cash prizes.
Food provided during the event for in-person attendees includes lunch on Saturday.
EXCITING NEWS!! On Sunday, November 10th at 1:30pm in the Strauss Performing Arts Center Recital Hall, Dr. Sifford will present a FREE workshop entitled "Teaching Without Talking" about the power of non-verbal communication in teaching. Teachers and university students are welcome to attend the event.
(The UNO Maverick PianoFest, UNO Collegiate Music Teachers Association, and the UNO Keyboard Area extend their sincere appreciation to the Nebraska Music Teachers Association for their support of this additional workshop to this year's festival.)
The 2024 Faculty
Deadlines to apply
Collegiate and Young Artist Divisions: Friday, October 25, 2024
Teachers and Observers Division: Friday, November 1, 2024
Teachers and Observers
We welcome you to observe any of the activities during the day.
Awards
First Prize: $200
Second Prize: $100
Honorable Mention
Questions?
Contact Dr. Kristín Jónína Taylor at kristintaylor@unomaha.edu.
Schedule is approximate and subject to change.
All times are Central Time.
Saturday, November 9
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9:00am-9:30am: |
Check-in (Strauss Performing Arts Center lobby) Brief Opening Statement (Concert Hall) |
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9:30am-11:30am:
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Master classes with Jason Sifford (Concert Hall) & Kristín Jónína Taylor (Recital Hall) |
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11:30am- 12:30pm: |
LUNCH BREAK (Strauss Performing Arts Center lobby) |
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12:30pm to 2:30pm: |
Continuation of Master classes with Jason Sifford (Concert hall) & Kristín Jónína Taylor (Recital Hall) |
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2:30-3:30pm |
Round Table Discussion about Career Opportunities in Music with Dr. Sifford and Dr. Taylor |
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3:30-4:00pm |
Tour of the Strauss Performing Arts building as led by students from the UNO Piano Studio |
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4:00pm-5:30pm |
Break for practicing (2nd floor practice rooms) |
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5:30pm-7:00pm |
Dinner on your own |
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7:00pm-8:00pm |
Faculty Recital (Concert Hall)
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Sunday, November 10
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8:30am |
Check-in (Strauss Lobby) & Warm-Up Time (2nd floor practice rooms) |
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8:45am-12:00pm
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Competition (Recital Hall) |
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12:00pm-12:15pm |
Judges deliberation Free time for competitors |
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12:15pm to 12:30pm: |
Awards Ceremony for Young Artists and College Divisions (Recital Hall) |
Open to pianists enrolled in college or university.
As part of your application, you will be asked to submit a recording which contains two works of contrasting style demonstrating the musical and technical skills of the applicant. The recording should not exceed 15 minutes total.
Mail a check with a non-refundable application fee of $60 payable to “UNO School of Music/PianoFest.”
Complete an online application.
Deadline to apply
Collegiate and Young Artist Divisions: Friday, October 25, 2024
Open to young pianists between ages 12 and 18.
As part of your application, you will be asked to submit a recording which contains two works of contrasting style demonstrating the musical and technical skills of the applicant. The recording should not exceed 15 minutes total.
Mail a check with a non-refundable application fee of $60 payable to “UNO School of Music/PianoFest.”
Complete an online application.
Deadline to apply
Collegiate and Young Artist Divisions: Friday, October 25, 2024
Open to the general public who would like to observe any of the activities during the day.
Mail a check with a non-refundable application fee of $60 payable to “UNO School of Music - memo: UNO Maverick PianoFest”.
Complete an online application.
Applicants in this division DO NOT need to submit a recording. Acceptance will be based on a first-come, first-served basis.
Deadline to apply
Teachers and Observers Division: November 1, 2024
For more information or any questions, please email Dr. Kristín Jónína Taylor, UNO Maverick PianoFest Coordinator, at kristintaylor@unomaha.edu.
UNO Students may attend all events free of charge.