To Participate

 

This is a non-competitive event, and performers will be fit into the program on a first-come, first-serve basis. All entries should be postmarked by March 16, 2026

 

•  Students may perform any original work from traditional piano repertoire.

• All pieces must be memorized, except for piano duets and chamber musicians of 2 or more players.

• Theme and Variations are to be played in their complete form.

• The movement of a Sonatina or Sonata will be counted as one piece.

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There is a non-refundable entry fee of $50.00 per performer, including students and accompanying or collaborative pianists. The teacher is to collect all fees from the student and mail in one check payable to the Cecilian Music Club: 122 Princeton Oval, Freehold, NJ 07728

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Teachers submitting entries must be members of the Cecilian Music Club. The annual membership dues ($65.00 effective July 1, 2026) may be enclosed with the application.

 

Recital Dress Code: Girls should wear a dress, gown, or a skirt with a dressy blouse; all skirts must be below the knee. Boys should wear a suit or slacks and jacket with a tie. Dress shoes are required; no sneakers or boots (any length). No jeans will be allowed. It is the teacher’s responsibility to convey this information to the student.

 

Donations are collected at the door (suggested donations: $20 for guests, $10 for students and seniors).

 

Awards: Each student will receive a certificate of participation. Those students who will be performing a piece from the Club’s Publication “From the Cradle of Classical Music” will be specially noted in the program. Each teacher will receive a certificate of participation as well.

We hope you will join us in making this a unique, memorable, and exciting event. Please email at cmc.candlelight@gmail.com with all questions and inquiries. We look forward to hearing from you and your students.