In 2016, the quintet traveled to Tanzania, Africa to start a new music education program for the schools in the sugar plantation area. It is allowed to record the parts of a musical piece separately or few independent pieces and combine them into one video. She is an alumni member of Kappa Kappa Psi, National Honorary Band Fraternity. She has also taught Kindergarten vocal/general music and 3rd-5th grade vocal/general music. 1. Competitors who also participated in the. Barbara Anastasion is also Opuss Student Coordinator. 1st Joshua Von Bruenchenhein (violin) Student of Carlene San-Filipo Support Us Contact Advertise Terms of Use Privacy Policy, 2017-2022 CelloBello All Rights Reserved, Concorso di interpretazione musicale Marcello Pontillo Firenze, II International Music Competition Maopolska 2022. Barbara has a middle school age daughter who takes violin lessons at OPUS and a primary age son who takes piano lessons at OPUS. 3. The competition is dedicated to the musicians playing the following instruments: piano, violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, trumpet, french horn, trombone, tuba, percussion, accordion, guitar, lute, harp. 2nd Shyler Macaggi (viola) Student of Dmitri Kourka In Little virtuoso category competitors receive medals: gold, silver, bronze according to gathered points. (youngest contestant). Barbara began playing the clarinet in 4th grade. (2021), Everett Lee- 2nd prize division 1. Can I participate in more than one category? She also holds an M.F.A. To expand her musical and pedagogical knowledge, Virginia is currently studying with Arianna Zukerman, while teaching voice and performing in the Maryland/D.C. 8. She has also performed with IC Bach as a Cantata soloist, performed solo recitals, and performed opera scenes with the Opera Workshop. Competitors will compete in a preliminary video round. Later, he studied with Dr. Michael Adcock of the Washington and Peabody Conservatories, at UMBC with Dr. Audrey Andrist, and with Dr. Hsiu-Hui Wang of Goucher and Howard Community Colleges. The division of the awards and prizes are determined by the jury. 7. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Among his students have been future piano majors, competition prizewinners, scholarship recipients, and many who have succeeded in piano and theory exams. He served as the Assistant Principal Oboe with the Chesapeake Orchestra from 19992004 and performed on 2nd Oboe with the Las Vegas Philharmonic from the winter of 2009 through 2012. Final score is the average of the scores given by individual members of jury. 21 Engel Injection Molding Machines (28 to 300 Ton Capacity), 9 new Rotary Engel Presses (85 Ton Capacity), Rotary and Horizontal Molding, Precision Insert Molding, Full Part Automation, Electric Testing, Hipot Testing, Welding. Find out how you can take part! She currently teaches private and classroom piano, directs a lecture series for music majors and minors, co-directs the Goucher Musical Theater and Opera program, and is a frequent collaborator and accompanist for both students and faculty. She has studied with Marina Piccinini for her Masters and Graduate Performance Degree at the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University and holds a Bachelors Degree from Seoul National University. As a member of our piano faculty, pianist Tim Pinelli brings over three decades of experience to Opus. Age is based on the day of the competition. Jury members are: Mai Fukui, Ivan Pernicki, Pauline Rouet-Chabaux, Rosaria Dina Rizzo, Tomasz Fechner, Danuta Augustyn, Natalia Chudzicka, Wojciech Herzyk, Natalia Warzecha-Karkus, Pawe Kroczek, Damian Kurek, Hanna Lizinkiewicz, Grzegorz Palus, Weronika Strugaa. These include the Central New York Finger Lakes National Association of Teachers of Singing Auditions in 2015, 2016, and 2018, and the 2015 Schmidt Youth Vocal Competition in Boston. She has performed many choral works such as Barbers Prayers of Kierkegaard and Bernstein s Chichester Psalms with the Ithaca College Symphony Orchestra , and Mozarts Requiem with the Cayuga Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Cornelia Laemmli Orth. The registration should be made on one camera without any cuts during the performance. The names and surnames of the laureates of the Competition will be published on the website lifeandart.eu on the 9th May 2021. Every participant receives a certificate of attendance and short opinion on a performance, send by e-mail. Wiswakarma is a concert soloist and Founder/Director of the Chamber Music Series (Jakarta, Indonesia 1999 2006). She received her Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction in 2008. 2. A panel of judges evaluates a submitted audio-video material. (2018), Quenna Nguyen- 3rd prize division 2. 5. Her passion for music has also allowed her to perform as a soloist, chamber and orchestral musician throughout the States, six European countries, Peru and Curacao. 3rd Brady Davis (guitar) No Private Teacher Ms Wiswakarma has been a private piano instructor in Hamburg, Germany and a piano accompanist for concerts and recitals in Europe and America. Currently she is pursuing a Doctorate of Musical Arts at the University of Maryland under the tutelage Sarah Frisof. The participation in the competition is voluntary. Professor Lisa Weiss came to Goucher in 1986 as a result of the colleges desire to experiment with a position that was new to the institution: a full time performance faculty member in the music department. She is the friendly face behind the communications you receive regarding invoicing and tuition. More information in regulations. She loves exploring music with students and guiding them through their own musical journey. 3rd Lourdes Pinney (viola) Student of Jennifer Hellewell WE WOULD LIKE TO ANNOUNCE AND INVITE YOU TO TAKE PART IN THE FOURTH EDITION OF THE, International Music Competition OPUS 2022 results, International Music Competition OPUS 2022, The organizer of the International Music Competition, The competition is held only online. When not assisting Opus, she works as an editor and writer and is a committed home educator. She currently teaches 4th grade band, 5th grade band, 4th grade orchestra, and 5th grade orchestra. The Jury has the right not to bestow the awards or to decide to share the awards ex aequo. Barbara directs the handbell choir and children's choir at her church. 2nd Jayden Kim (violin) Student of Hyelin Jung 1. 2020 JR. Division Winners HM Chloe Kim (viola) Student of Yunior Lopez & the best performance of Transcendental etude. The Dr. Shirley Linzy Young Artists Orchestra. 9. The Susan Barton Competition is open to all students in Southern Nevada regardless of YAO affiliation. At Furnel, Inc. our goal is to find new ways to support our customers with innovative design concepts thus reducing costs and increasing product quality and reliability. 1st Jordan Farber (bassoon) Student of Kevin Eberle Guitar students are welcome to apply. The competition is dedicated to the musicians of all nationalities up to the 32 years old playing the following instruments: piano, violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, trumpet, french horn, trombone, tuba, percussion, accordion, guitar, lute, harp and chamber music ensembles. Age is based on the day of the competition. She has special experience in the area of Piano Methods and is expert in the area of Eurhythmics and Movements. Rebecca has a lifelong love of music education having experienced firsthand its power, and this priority is what compelled her to find Opus during those first months in Maryland so many years ago. Winners of the Susan Barton Competition agree to perform and/or be featured at upcoming fundraising or special events. Competitors must fit in one of the age divisions; (Intermediate) ages of ages 5-7, (Junior) ages 8-14, and (Senior) 15-22. (2018), Ursula Hardianto & - tied 4th prize division 3. In order to participate in Competition it is necessary to fill interactive application form available on competitions website. 3rd Devon Zubka (cello) No Teacher, The Jewel Box Theater at the Clark County Library, The Dr. Shirley Linzy Young Artists Orchestra of Las Vegas | Yunior Lopez, Founder. The medals are given according to the following table: In categories A-E each jury member gives points 0-100 evaluating the performances according to the following criteria: intonation (in case of pianists precision), articulation, rhythmical precision, interpretation and musicality, the level of program. As a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization, we rely on volunteer and patron support. Having performed worldwide across Asia, Europe, Africa and North America, she has performed on stages including Seoul Arts Center, Sejong Center for the Performing Arts, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Carnegie Hall and multiple appearances at the Kennedy Center. Dr. Mark Runkles is Opuss Artistic Director. She has taught privately since 2000 in Harford, Baltimore, and Carroll Counties. (2018), Bethany Huang -3rd prize division 3. As a passionate educator of solo and chamber music, Grace has given masterclasses throughout the US and Asia, and serves as faculty member at DeMatha Catholic High School, Honors College Prep and Woodbridge Music Institute. In order to participate in the Competition it is mandatory to prepare. We offer full engineering support and work with the best and most updated software programs for design SolidWorks and Mastercam. The Susan Barton Competition is open to all students in Southern Nevada regardless of YAO affiliation. The recording cannot be edited and should contain the whole silhouette of the performer or the whole ensemble, from the distance that enables to identify participants. Anna Bross is also Opuss Program Manager. A graduate of Lehigh University with honors in English with Writing and Education, communication and attention to detail are high priorities. HM Evan Beauparlant (violin) Student of Yunior Lopez 2. Each finalist will have up to 10 minutes to perform their selection in live competition. Judging panel of up to 4 judges will decide on a first, second, and third place winner in each division. Competitors must have their music memorized for the live competition. Larry has played in various gospel and jazz bands, receiving awards for his jazz playing, beginning with the Band Directors award while still in school, the highest award given. Ms Wiswakarmas extensive teaching, conducting and music director experience includes Australian International School Kemang Kampus, Jakarta; Sekolah Ichthus South, Jakarta; Sekolah Mentari, Jakarta; Bambino Kindergarten, Jakarta; Sekola Cita Buana; PPIA International Choir, Jakarta; Yayasan Musik International, Jakarta; The Harburger Maenner chor and the Harburger Frauen Chor and the Phoenix Orchestra in the Friedrich-Ebert Halle, Hamburg-Harburg, Germany; The Harburger Maenner Chor and the Harburger Frauen Chor in the Friedrich-Ebert Halla, Hamburg-Hartburg, Germany; The DESY Orchestra, Hamburg, Germany; The Hamburg Bach Society Orchestra, Germany. She has had masterclasses with artistes such as Steven Isserlis, Paul Katz,, Schmuel Magan, David Krieger, Karel Fiala and Matt Haimovitz. Virginia has attended young artist programs in both the United States and Germany, including the International Performing Arts Institute: Global Artist Program (2020), the International Performing Arts Institute in Kiefersfelden, Germany (2019), Anne Baltzs OperaWorks (2018), Miami Music Festival (2017), and Washington National Operas Summer Opera Institute in Washington D.C. (2014). This professionalism is the result of corporate leadership, teamwork, open communications, customer/supplier partnership, and state-of-the-art manufacturing. Through these programs she has worked with masters such as Anne Baltz, Michael Sturm, Elizabeth Bishop, Kirsten Chavez, and Michael Bunchman. The YAO operates the only professional training & tuition free youth orchestra in Nevada. If the competitor goes over 10 minutes, then the judges will have the final say on whether to stop the soloist. Larry Wilson has been teaching guitar in the Eldersburg area for eight years, and in Carroll County since 1990. Evgeny Kissin Grand Prize: Angela Lee, 2015, other awards: Michelle Fan, Stacy Chang 2015, Evgeny Kissin Grand Prize: Allison To2013, Anne Liu: Named by the White House Commission and the United States Department of Education for 2019 United States Presidential Scholars in the Arts (Music), Adrian Liao 2015,Grand Prize winners: $5000 cash prize+ full scholarship to Aspen Festival, Phoebe Pan 2012,Grand Prize winners: $5000 cash prize, Allison To, youngest and only USA Prize, Michelle Fan & Angela Lee, Tied 1st Prize 2013, Ursula Hardianto & Stacy Chang, HM 2013, Angela Lee, South Region and State Final Concerto winner (2016), ZhengHua Xia (Solo First Prize Winner), 2020, Angela Lee (Concerto First Prize Winner), 2016, Phoebe Pan (Solo First Prize Winner), 2016, Adrian Liao (Concerto First Prize Winner), 2016, Allison To (Concerto First Prize Winner), 2015, Angela Lee (Special Grand Prize for Solo competition with additional $1000 scholarship), 2015, Allison To (Solo First Prize Winner), 2013, Dennis Fang (Solo First Prize Winner), 2011, Sean Jeong, (Solo First Prize Winner), 2011, Jessica Ma, (ConcertoFirst Prize Winner), 2010, Phoebe Pan (Solo First Prize Winner), 2010, Jessica Ma, (Solo First Prize Winner), 2009, Dennis Fang, (Concerto First Prize Winner), 2008. 9. While pursuing her Bachelors Degree, she performed in the Main Stage opera productions of Cendrillon (2018) as Madame de la Haltire and The Old Maid and the Thief (2019) as Ms. Todd, both under the musical direction of Christopher Zemliauskas. The Quintet held the Fellowship Quintet Residency at the University of Maryland from 2015-2017 and were finalist for the International Chesapeake Chamber Music Competition. Online Applications Deadline: June 15th, 2022, Results on the website: September 15th, 2022, Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Guitar, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet,Bassoon, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Tuba, Saxophone, Harp, Accordion, Harpsichord, Voice, Percussions, Choir and Chamber music, The competition is based on videos sent by applicants, adjudicated by an International Jury. Opus is thrilled to be able to provide guitar lessons with Larry. from The Peabody Conservatory, where she studied with Leon Fleisher. The participant of the competition pays a non-refundable application fee: 25 Euro for each performer in chamber ensembles categories. In order to participate in the competition an instrumentalist needs to send a link with an audio-video recording (YouTube). Currently, Mr. Pinelli is pursuing a graduate performance diploma through the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music and is the recipient of the Bravo Award, which provided a grant to pursue his diploma. Virginia Douglas, soprano, is a native from Maryland. Final score is the average of the scores given by individual members of jury. 9. She is also currently the colorguard instructor for South Carroll High School. She has gone from playing in Grandma's living room to pursuing her dream in Symphony Orchestras and Chamber Groups all across America. As an emerging artist, she has placed in numerous competitions and auditions. 4. Larry studied classical guitar with William Sims from Peabody and played in the Baltimore Classical Guitar Society from 1998-2005. & the best performance of Etude & Hungarian Rhapsody. Of her New York debut, New Times critic Wil Crutchfield wrote, a musician worth attention and able to hold it. She concertizes regularly as a soloist, chamber musician, and vocal accompanist. Competitors must have an accompanist for the competition unless they are performing solo (a cappella) repertoire. In the 2019 Sue Goetz Ross Memorial Student Competition for Voice, she received honors. Pianists are recommended to visit our partners at the. Formerly an instructor with Mike's Music in Ellicott City as well as his own private studio, he joined Opus in 2016, where he led the effort to establish the school's piano curriculum.In addition to his music education, Mr. Pinelli holds a Masters of Science in Applied Mathematics from the Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering, and works as a cybersecurity analyst on the National Vulnerability Database project at NIST. Do I have to participate in winners concert to receive an award? The donation should be completed to: Remittance information: International Music Competition Opus 2022 + name and surname; PayPal payments are also available:competitionopus@lifeandart.eu. Her love for teaching and working with her students while seeing them develop has her teaching at several studios in the region. She has performed in Masterclasses with Graham Johnson, Kenneth Griffiths, and Dawn Upshaw. 4. Guitar students are welcome to apply. Larry teaches guitar in our Eldersburg studio. Her primary teachers include Anthony Devroye, Li-Kuo Chang and Maria Lambros. The length of recording should be in accordance with the age category a participant belongs to. Ms Wiswakarma is Opuss Executive Director. Inspired by Disney's Fantasia to play violin at age 4, violist Anna Bross hasn't been able to stop performing ever since. Finalists will be invited to compete in the live competition. Ms Wiswakarma won 1st Prize as conductor in the Choir competition in the Winsener Statd Halle, Winsen, Germany in September 1996. 3. In addition, she is married to a CPA who provides expertise and support behind-the-scenes. (2018), Shawn Shuyang Xie - tied 4th prize division 3. Throughout the years, her passion for music, along with her 22 years of experience on the violin has led her to travel, perform, and teach internationally and at a professional level. Life and Art Foundation does not account or have any liability for any participants bank fees and charges that may be levied as a result of currency conversion, foreign exchange transaction, or non-sufficient funds (NSF) transaction. Currently, Larry performs as a studio musician at New Castle Studio, while maintaining a large studio of private students. She began playing when she was three and made her solo debut with the Boston Pops at age seven. All decisions are final. 1st Shyler Macaggi (viola) Student of Yunior Lopez Barbara Anastasion teaches clarinet at OPUS (as well as occasional other instruments). Cellist Tzu-Jou Yeh is a native of Taiwan and has had extensive performance and education experience in areas of solo, chamber music. A proponent of historical performance, she also studies the baroque cello with John Moran and has performed as a soloist with the Baltimore Baroque Band. Yes, each competitor can apply to more than one category, paying each time for participation. from Harvard University, an M.M. Barbara is actively involved in the state level of music education, specifically with the MBDA (Maryland Band Directors Association). 7. Participants performances will be evaluated by an international jury consisting of respectable musicians. Awards can be monetary or non-monetary. Accompaniment is not required for the preliminary video. She has served as Guest Conductor for Orchestral Ensembles and Choirs in both Europe and America. from The Yale School of Music, and a D.M.A. Cell phone videos are welcome. The winners of the first three prizes as well as the honoured performers in every section and category are the laureates of the Competition. In 2008, Dr. Runkles performed a series of Jazz Vespers services in Scotland. Videos do not have to be professional in nature. Piano applications will not be accepted. A native of Indonesia, Bagus Wiswakarma studied violin at the Hochschule fuer Musik und Theater Hamburg, Germany (Prof. Winfried Ruessmann). Competitors who also participated in the Carol Jackson Concerto Competition must perform different repertoire. Always eager to bring new music to life, Anna enjoys working closely with contemporary composers to premiere new chamber and solo works. In addition to her own studio, Anna is currently on the violin/viola faculty at the Opus Community Music School in Eldersburg, MD. 5. She was also a recipient of the Todd Professorship, an honor bestowed on one professor every five years at Goucher. Furnel, Inc. has been successfully implementing this policy through honesty, integrity, and continuous improvement. 10. 10. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Cello Performance at Peabody Conservatory of Music. In the Summer of 2013, Nathania attended the Starling-Delay Violin Symposium at the Julliard School of Music where she studied pedagogy and performance with several notable violinists, including Itzhak Perlman. Musicians will not be penalized if they are stopped. Competitors may compete with a string, wind, or percussive instrument. 7. Students must attach a link to a (5) minute video to be used as a preliminary round/screening round. An avid chamber musician, she has traveled to study with artists such as The Avalon String Quartet, Anthony Elliott, Richard Wolfe, Mathias Tacke, Drew Irvin and Michael Gurt. Every necessary piece of information concerning the competition is posted on the website. area. Video must show the student from head to toe, and students must state their name, age, and date before beginning their audition. She has experience directing and teaching at international music camps, as well as conducting choirs, string ensembles and teaching strings at elementary, highschool and college level in Florida, Texas, Maryland, Curacao and Peru. Winners of the Susan Barton Competition agree to perform and/or be featured at upcoming fundraising or special events. 3rd Carolyn Salvador (violin) Student of Yunior Lopez, 2018 SR. Division Winners 2. We strongly believe that our competition can help gain experience and shape the careers of young talented people.