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    2026 Henry and Carol Zeiter Piano Competition

    Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 9:00 AM until 6:00 PMPacific Standard Time UTC -08:00


    Conservatory of Music at University of the Pacific
    3601 Pacific Ave
    Stockton, CA 95211
    United States

    Thank you for your interest in the 2026 Henry and Carol Zeiter Piano Competition!
    • Please prepare three solo works representing three of the five following style periods:  Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Impressionist, or Contemporary, with at least one from the Baroque or Classical. Works by underrepresented composers are strongly encouraged.
    • Please submit video recordings of two of the three works by Friday, December 12, 2025. 
    • Following adjudication, 15-18 pianists will be invited to the Conservatory of Music at University of the Pacific to play in the live auditions on Saturday, January 17, 2026.
    • There is non-refundable fee of $90 to audition.
    Questions?  Email Sonia Leong at sleong@pacific.edu.
    Personal Information
    School Information
    Enter the name of your private teacher:
    Enter your Teacher's email
    Audition Information:

    List the competition repertoire, with timings. If applicable, please specify the movement.

    Preliminary round:  submit unlisted YouTube links (or similar site) for two of the competition pieces:
    Material Use Authorization
    By checking this box yes, I hereby grant permission and the rights to use my son/daughter's image, likeness and sound of his/her voice, and any specific quotes, as recorded on audio, video or camera, either digitally or on tape/film ("Material") to University of the Pacific, without payment or any other consideration.  I understand that the Material may be edited, copied, exhibited, published, or distributed and I waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein the Material appears.  Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the Material.  I also understand that this Material may be used in diverse settings within an unrestricted geographic area.
    By checking this box yes, I hereby grant permission and the rights to use my son/daughter's image, likeness and sound of his/her voice, and any specific quotes, as recorded on audio, video or camera, either digitally or on tape/film ("Material") to University of the Pacific, without payment or any other consideration.  I understand that the Material may be edited, copied, exhibited, published, or distributed and I waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein the Material appears.  Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the Material.  I also understand that this Material may be used in diverse settings within an unrestricted geographic area.