The deadline for the 2010 CML International Marimba Artist Competition is fast-approaching! Your application and supporting materials must be postmarked by Monday February 1, 2010 to be considered for the competition. We are extremely excited to be offering cash prizes to the top three soloists this year!

Download the 2010 Competition Application

Submission Deadline:
February 1 , 2010

Prizes:
1st
$500.00 USD
Performance at the University of Minnesota (April 28-May 1, 2010)
Commissioned Work
CD Recording of Live Concert Performance

2nd
$300.00 USD
Performance at the University of Minnesota (April 28-May 1, 2010)
CD Recording of Live Concert Performance

3rd
$200.00 USD
Performance at the University of Minnesota (April 28-May 1, 2010)
CD Recording of Live Concert Performance

Requirements:
Performance DVD (audio-only CDs will not be accepted)
Performance Biography
Application Form
$40.00 Application Fee (Personal Check must be drawn from a U.S. bank. Applicants from outside the U.S. should send an international postal money order.)
*All of these items must be received by February 1, 2010 to be eligible.

Download the 2010 Competition Application

Audition Repertoire:
Required Set-Piece – "Short Stories, Mvt. II" by Bruce Broughton with piano accomp. (available from Steve Weiss Music)
2-3 Other Solo Marimba Works (without accompaniment)
*Total duration of music on DVD should not exceed 30 minutes (including set-piece)

Winner's Concert:
Each performer may play up to 30 minutes of music (no more)
By entering ths competition, you have committed to performing in concert at the University of Minnestoa (April 28-May 1, 2010)
You are responsible for all travel, lodging and food expenses.

Contact Information:
If you have any questions pertaining to the CML Marimba Artist Competition, contact us at:

Mailing* - Materials are to mailed to:
Classical Marimba League
P.O. Box 29323
Greensboro, NC 27429

* Do not use FedEx, DHL, or UPS to this P.O. Box. Use the Postal Service only.

Additional materials are to be e-mailed to:
Nathan@ClassicalMarimba.com

Special Thanks:
Fernando Meza & The University of Minnesota for awarded performances & recording collaboration.

Upon a recommendation from the judging panel, the CML reserves the right not to declare a winner

Download the 2010 Competition Application