Application Process and Additional Information

SMU Institute for Young Pianists Application:
3-Step Process

​1. Complete the online application form by clicking below. Application due May 8th.

​2. Submit YouTube or DropBox links to your audition videos including TWO memorized pieces of contrasting style. Recordings via iPhone in your own home or studio will work well. Be sure to capture pianist’s hands and face. Set audio levels appropriately. 
Intermediate level: A wide range of levels include a minimum of a Bach Minuet and a movement of a Clementi Sonatina up to repertoire at the level of Mozart Sonata, K. 545 and a Grieg Nocturne.
Advanced level: Examples of minimum repertoire level include Chopin Nocturne in B Major, Op. 32 and Haydn Sonata in E Flat Major, Hob XVI/32. Students in the advanced level receive longer lessons (45 minutes daily),  longer masterclasses (90 minutes daily), longer practice time blocks, and special lecture classes. For questions regarding repertoire, email Dr Catharine Lysinger. ​  ​

    Submit Application Videos (Step 2)


​3. You will receive notification of acceptance no later than May 13. Submit payment information upon acceptance, due by May 15. Payment by credit card only.  **Your card will NOT be charged if your student is not accepted to SMU-IYP 2020**
Related Information
  • Tuition and fees:
    • Intermediate Level - $575 - must be rising 4th grader or older
    • Advanced Level - $775
    • Room and Board (optional) - $475 - must be at least 12 years old 
  • Completed registration for the 2020 Institute must be submitted by Friday, May 8. Payment is due May 15th.
  • Confirmation of acceptance will be sent no later than May 13. **Credit cards will not be charged if your child is not accepted to the SMU Piano Institute 2020.** 
  • No refunds will be given.
  • Students opting to stay on campus for the week will check in to the dorms on Sunday afternoon, July 12.
 
2020 Rising Star Competition
 
▪Participation in the competition is optional and requires a separate application form. Participants in the competition must be attending the 2020 Institute. 
 
▪See Rising Star Competition information page.

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