We invite pianists, piano duos, and chamber ensembles with piano.  All talented music students and graduates from all countries may apply. There is no strict age limit, but only advanced applicants will be considered for performances.  Juvenile participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  

Candidates are encouraged to include in their repertoire a solo piece by a Polish composer and a movement of a concerto from the following works:
              Bach D Minor, F Minor,  G Minor
              Haydn D Major,
              Mozart KV 175, 238, 271, 246, 413, 414.
To participate in the competition pianists have to prepare one major composition and three shorter pieces (e.g. etudes), preferably of various styles.  The cost of full participation, including accommodation, three meals a day is EUR 1000 per person.  The fee includes the cost of tour bus rides and transportation to student performances.  Travel expenses to Poland, admission fees to museums, and meals while on sightseeing tours, are not included. 
The room and board fee for observers, guests and family members is EUR 750.

Participants will be accommodated in double rooms with bathrooms at hotels or B&B in Kazimierz Dolny and Naleczów.   
The suggested deadline for sending applications and a registration fee of EUR 50  is  June 10, 2008. You may send your application by regular mail, fax or e-mail.  In your e-mail include your full name, date of birth, address, phone number, your repertoire for the festival and a short biography.  Request an application form by e-mail or click here. The registration fee you can pay by cashier's check, international money order, or US bank personal check, made to Kazimierz Brzozowski.  The participation fee will be due on the first day of the festival.  Send applications to:

kazimierz_b@hotmail.com