Mission Statement

It is the purpose of the Calgary APTA Festival to bring together piano enthusiasts of all levels and in all styles of play to share and enjoy music. It is for this reason that classes are non-competitive.

It is the commitment of this festival that each performer will receive adjudication by a leading musician in piano music to assist with moving forward in his/her learning experience.

It is the hope of this festival that students, teachers and music lovers enrich their musical skills and knowledge each time they participate.

2010 Festival

Classes will be held from 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. daily. Technique Games will run on Saturday, April 24 in either the morning or afternoon numbers permitting.

We are pleased to announce that our adjudicators this year are:

    Teresa Allred
    Joan Bell

    Cathy Dornian

    Roxanne Laycock-Bingham

    Nancie Redekopp
    Barbara Robertson

The continued goal of the festival is to provide an opportunity for students to play in a performance atmosphere that is encouraging and constructive. All participants will receive a certificate and a written adjudication.

The following classes are being offered:

Repertoire Solo
Repertoire Recital (3 pieces)
Pop, Blues & Jazz Solo
Adult Classes (18 years and over, all levels)
Adult Recital (3 pieces)
Late Beginner (grades 1 – 3, ages 12 – 18)
Composition
Piano Combo (2 or more on piano, or piano with other instruments)
Technique Games