Students (ages 5+) are invited to perform at their highest level for this adjudicated festival. Memorization is required. Music may be from Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Impressionist or Contemporary eras. Participants perform in recitals with an age group range of 1-3 years. Any adult performers will be grouped with the oldest high-school class if there are not enough participants for a separate adult class. Each performer is adjudicated by a master clinician who gives the student a short master class after their performance. During the master class session, the adjudicator may give the student advice on how to play their piece even better. The adjudicator may share information about the piece’s composer, demonstrate how to play certain passages, or help a student fix common technical errors. The master class is a particularly exciting and educational part of the festival because it is held in front of the audience, all of whom can benefit from the master teacher’s comments about each piece. Friends and family members are welcome to attend.
In addition, each performer receives a certificate of participation with a gold (Outstanding) or silver (Honorable Mention) sticker. All awards are based strictly on the level of the performance, not on the level of the piece or age of the performer, and no quotas are used to determine the number of awards given.
This is a formal performance opportunity, so please dress nicely.
Remember to bring your music for the adjudicator. No photocopies are allowed.
Registration is in Leggiero. Registration fee is $30 per student. Student participation fees are to be paid to the teacher, who will send one check to the event chair. Non-member teachers wishing to participate please contact Susan Todd - fastkeys88 “@” susantoddmusicstudio dot com
Questions? Ask chairs - Wilma Hawkins - wishpiano “@” gmail dot com
or Susan Todd - fastkeys88 “@” susantoddmusicstudio dot com
2025 All-Period Festival Adjudicator - TBA
2025 All-Period Festival Deadlines/Dates:
Entries due - TBA
Saturday, April 12, 2025 - details TBA
Sunday, April 13, 2025 - details TBA
Teacher Guidelines:
● Teachers will be asked to volunteer as recital room monitors and check-in desk help.
● Students may request Saturday or Sunday. Specific requests can be made but may or may not be accommodated.
● No changes to repertoire after registration is closed.
● No performance changes after the final schedule is published.
COVID-19 Policy:
CDC and OHA guidelines for COVID-19 will be observed, in accordance with OMTA policy. Festival staff will follow the most current CDC and OHA recommendations.
Do not attend the Period Festival if you are unwell, especially if you have a cough, fever, flu-like symptoms or COVID exposure. Masks are optional, but please wear one if you have a slight cold or just prefer to do so.