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The Fourth Connecticut Bach Festival will be a digital event. The competition is open to keyboard and string players who live or study in Connecticut.

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The Competition Application and Fees are Due on Monday, October 5, 2020

There is no pre-screening round. Participants who apply by October 5 are registered for the Connecticut Bach Festival and Competition. Application fees are non-refundable.

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Primary, Elementary, Junior Division Fee: $35

Youth and Young Artist Division Fee: $50

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Deadline for Submission of Recording: Monday, October 19, 2020

Each artist must submit a single unedited video recording of their performance. Performing by memory is not required. Videos must be submitted via email to

Up to three finalists will be chosen in each division.

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Virtual Concert and Announcement of Winners: Sunday, November 8
The finalists’ videos will be presented in an online concert. The winners will be announced at the end of the concert.

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GUEST ARTISTS:

ARTHUR HAAS, KEYBOARD

MARTHA MCGAUGHEY, STRINGS

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A distinguished panel of out of state judges will determine the winners. Judges’ comment sheets will be provided to each participant. Each participant will receive a certificate of participation.
Cash awards are TBD and will be presented to winners in all divisions.

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COMPETITION CATEGORIES:

The Competition includes divisions for pianists and string players from kindergarten thru high school. The Young Artists’ Division competition will include pianists and string performers from the ages of 18-30.