Bravo Competition Guideline
Date: Sunday April 19 th 2-5PM
Location: Campbell Learning Center, Recital Hall
Entry Fee: $35 for solo piano
Sign Up Deadline: April 12, 2026
 
Piano Solo Repertoire (All Pieces Must Be Played by Memory):
Senior Division: Ages up to 16
Required Piece: One selection from the Faber Series, Levels 3A to 5.
Free Choice: One piece chosen by the performer. (e.g., selections from Disney Series by Faber or Jazz, Rags & Blues by Martha Mier, etc.).
 Junior Division: Ages up to 10
Required Piece: One selection from the Faber Series, Levels 1 to 2B.
Free Choice: One piece chosen by the performer (e.g., selections
from Disney Series by Faber or Jazz, Rags & Blues by Martha Mier, etc.).
 
Jury Evaluation Criteria:

Participants will be evaluated on the following aspects:
1. Overall Performance:
Cohesion and polish of the performance.
Adherence to the style and mood of the repertoire.
2. Musicality:
Expressiveness and interpretation.
Ability to convey emotion through dynamics and phrasing.
3. Technique:
Accuracy in notes, rhythm, and articulation.
Mastery of required technical skills (e.g., fingering, pedaling, hand position, and scales/arpeggios).
4. Tone Quality:
Consistency of tone and clarity of sound.
5. Stage Presence:
Confidence, posture, and overall presentation.
 
Each category will contribute to the final score, with an emphasis on both
technical proficiency and musical artistry.
 
Prizes
For each category, the top two prizes will be awarded:
First Prize: $100
Second Prize: $50
 
Please bring two copies of your sheet music for the judges. Photocopies
are acceptable, but measures should be numbered.