The next
competition will take place in 2010, please check this
website periodically for more information.
History
Rosalyn
Tureck (1914-2003) was one of the greatest musical
artists of the 20th Century. Her brilliant, dedicated
performances of the music of Johann Sebastian Bach were
informed by the depth of her insight. Although she performed
Bach on a wide variety of keyboard instruments —clavichord,
harpsichord, organ, and even the Moog Synthesizer—her
trail-blazing performances of Bach on the piano were
an inspiring influence on generations of pianists who
followed.
Keyboard artist, teacher, conductor, author, and scholar,
Dr. Tureck founded the International Bach Society in
New York City in 1966 to promote research and performance
of Bach's music. Upon her return to New York in 2001
after a long residence in England, she reconstituted
the Institute as the Tureck Bach Research Institute,
Inc. Its purposes include: making grants and awards
for research and performance of the music of J.S. Bach,
promoting the publication of Dr. Tureck's scholarly
writings, and establishing the biennial Tureck International
Bach Competition for Young Pianists, of which this is
the first.
Golda
Vainberg-Tatz was appointed by Dr. Tureck to be
worldwide director of the Tureck International Bach
Competition for Young Pianists. An international concert
artist, she lives and teaches in New York City and is
a former piano student of Dr. Tureck.
Advisory Board
Bella Davidovich
David Finckel
Rabbi David M. Posner
Horacio Gutiérrez
Janina Fialkowska
Jeffrey Swann
Wu Han
Rules
& Regulations
The competition welcomes young pianists
(ages 6 -19) throughout the world who pursue the musical
ideals espoused by Rosalyn Tureck.
The competition repertoire consists of category levels
from 1-10 plus one work up to 10 minutes of a contemporary
work composed after 1950 (inclusive). Entrants may apply
to compete for awards in more than one level (up to
three levels). Candidates may be stopped by the judges.
The names of the finalists will be announced following
each of the qualifying rounds. The winners will be announced
after the finals, and the prizes—including the
Competition Medal, cash awards and certificates—will
be awarded at the final concert. All winners will receive
two complimentary tickets to the Winner's Concert.
The competitors should be prepared to play the same
program for the semifinals and final rounds. The choosen
contemporary work can be applied in more than one category.
The competition is open to pianists of all nationalities,
from ages six to nineteen.
All music must be performed from memory.
The decision of the judges is final. Ties are possible.
All fees are non-refundable.
Teachers, candidates, and parents are prohibited
from personal contact with the judges before and during
the competition.
Repeats in the repertoire are obligatory.
Students must provide one copy of original sheet
music to the judges. Photocopies will not be accepted.
Pianists selected as winners of the 2008 Tureck
International Bach Competition must perform at the
Winners' Concert and participate in the Awards Ceremony.
Please consult your nearest American Embassy for advice
on visas. The Tureck International Bach Competition
will send you an official letter of invitation.
Application
requirements
Completed application form.
A teacher's recommendation is required for all
applicants.
Non-refundable check or money order for $85(US Dollars)
payable to the Tureck International Bach Competition
Inc.
Copy of birth certificate.
Glossy black-and-white 8" x 10" or 5"
x 7" photo.
Unedited and labeled DVD (on NTSC) of applicant
performing Bach repertoire chosen for the competition,
a freely chosen composition lasting no longer than
7 minutes.
Please send the complete application and DVD to:
Golda Vainberg-Tatz, Director
Tureck International Bach Competition for Young Pianists
P.O. Box 237062
New York, NY 10023, USA
For inquiries, either write or e-mail
Ms. Vainberg-Tatz (see contact information below).
Awards
Category
1
Cash
Award of
$150
Category
2
Cash
Award of
$250
Category
3
Cash
Award of
$350
Category
4
Cash
Award of
$400
Categories
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Cash
Award of
$500
Category
10
Cash
Award of
$1500
Special award will be bestowed for the best performance
of a contemporary composition.
Application
Deadline
Applications must be postmarked by April
15, 2008.
Lodging
Contestants are responsible for their
transportation to and from New York City as well as
for their lodging. Below is a list of recommended hotels
and B&Bs.
Beacon-2130 Broadway at 75th Street, 787-1100 or
(800) 572-4969, www.beaconhotel.com
Broadway American-2178 Broadway at 77th Street,
362-1100
Essex House Hotel Nikko-160 Central Park South.
247-0300, www.essexhouse.com
Payment is required by the application deadline
of April 15, 2008. Please send check or money order
for $85 (US dollars) payable to Tureck International
Bach Competition, Inc.
Golda Vainberg-Tatz, Director
Tureck International Bach Competition for Young Pianists
P.O. Box 237062
New York, NY 10023, USA
Telephone: (212) 873-6087
Fax: (917) 546-9270
E-mail:
Website: www.TureckBachCompetition.com
Rosalyn
Tureck