Key Dates
Application Deadline: February 19, 2027
Finalists Announcement: March 5, 2027
Guest Artist Recital: April 16, 2027
Live Final Round: April 17, 2027
Master Class: April 17, 2027
Final Round Venue
The final round will take place in Glidden Recital Hall at the Ohio University School of Music, Athens, Ohio.
Eligibility
The OHIO International Piano Duet and Duo Competition is open to contestants of all nationalities.
Levels/Ages
Senior Division: 10 – 18 years old as of February 19, 2027
Artist Division: 19 – 35 years old as of February 19, 2027
Repertoire
Repertoire selection is at the discretion of the performers.
Repertoire may consist of duet (one piano, four hands), duo (two pianos) or a combination of the two.
Original compositions, arrangements, and transcriptions are all acceptable.
Concerto repertoire is not permitted.
Memorization is not required.
Application Deadline
Complete entry applications and fees must be received by February 19, 2027.
Application Fee
A non-refundable application fee of $150/team is required for entry.
Prizes
Contestants will compete for cash awards in each division:
First Prize: $1,000
Second Prize: $500
All decisions of the judges are final. Judges reserve the right not to award prizes in one or all divisions should the performances not meet the established standards.
