New for 2020!

We are pleased to announce the first annual TRTS Solo Timpani Competition

Rules:

• The competition is open to anyone 18 - 30 years of age

• The format will include two rounds:

  • Competition

    • Repertoire:​

      • Variations for King George by William Kraft​

      • "Etude No. 2" from The Solo Timpanist by Vic Firth

      • Contestant choice of one (1): "Saeta," "Canaries," or "March" from Eight Pieces for Four Timpani by Elliot Carter

      • Solo work of contestant's choice, not longer than three minutes

    • The competition is limited to a maximum of 5 (five) contestants

    • Registration Deadline: May 1, 2020

    • Solo Timpani Competition Registration Fee: $50*

    • Contestants who participate in the competition will have their TRTS 2020 tuition fee waived (a $250 value)

    • Grand Prize: $300, mallets from JG Percussion, and more!

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The competition will take place Sunday, June 14th 2020 at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Contestants are responsible for their own travel, lodging, and meal expenses. Email Bill Shaltis (wmshltis@memphis.edu) for more infomation.

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*this $50 registration fee is non-refundable and is separate from the TRTS tuition fee.