How to Audition

Upcoming Auditions

Saturday, May 30, 2026 & Sunday, May 31, 2026

Day 1: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Day 2: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Audition Location

Mary Pappert School of Music, Duquesne University
600 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15282

Eligibility for Young Artist Program

• Pianists up to age 18, or through their senior year in High School (whichever is later).
• Program must be memorized and 5-15 minutes in length (standard repertoire).
• A SSWPA student membership: $150 for one child, $175 for two siblings, $200 for three children
• Teacher membership (single: $75, family: $125)

Acceptance into the SSWPA Young Artists program is contingent upon receiving both the student's family and teacher membership; absolutely no exceptions.

Adjudicator

Aljoša Jurinic

How to Apply

Download Application Form

Fill out the APPLICATION FORM and return by May 16th, 2026, to:
SSWPA, P.O.BOX 103, Wildwood PA 15091-0103

Include:

• A check for the membership fee of $150 for one child, $175 for two children, $200 for three children, payable to SSWPA
• The teacher membership (single: $75, family: $125)

Alternatively: You may also e-mail your application as a WORD DOCUMENT to: marinaschmidt@comcast.net

Please choose a 3-hour window with a preferred audition time and day. We will try to meet your preference as closely as possible.