Mission Statement

The objective of The Ultimate Pianist 2008 Competition is to discover and promote young pianists in the Philippines and identify their role in the world’s Artistic & Cultural map by providing performing opportunities and help in the enhancement of their careers. The Competition aims to simultaneously propagate the talents of the Ultimate Pianist as a Solo Recitalist, an Accompanist to Singers, a collaborative Chamber Musician, and a Soloist with Orchestra. As one of the incentives, THE LOURDES L. VILLANUEVA-CRUZ MEMORIAL AWARD was established in the memory of Lourdes “Lulu” Lacson Villanueva-Cruz --- a formidable concert pianist, a patient teacher, a caring mother, a strong woman, and a wonderful human being. The award’s purpose is not only to crown the Ultimate Pianist but also to bestow on the recipient the responsibility of living a life of moral consciousness, righteousness, discipline, and whose actions result in the service of others, country, and God.

Eligibility & Application

  • Open to Pianists of Filipino heritage residing abroad and Pianists of all nationalities residing in the Philippines born after July 1, 1968.
  • A completed application form must be submitted no later than Friday, May 16, 2008. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
  • The following documents must be enclosed with the application form:
    1. Photocopy of Birth Certificate to confirm Filipino citizenship or heritage;
    2. For Filipino residents abroad, a photocopy of Valid Passport, all pages, including those empty;
    3. For expatriates’ families residing in the Philippines, proof of residency in the Philippines of at least one (1) year;
    4. The applicant’s biography in prose form including academic standing and background and all information related to his/her performing/competition experience (e.g. prizes, awards, reviews, recordings, etc.);
    5. Six (6) black & white 5x7 (5R) sized photos for programs and publicity
    6. A list of the complete repertoire to be performed at the three rounds of the Competition. Please include the names of the composers, the complete titles of the works (keys & opus numbers) with approximate times of each composition (See Repertoire and Repertoire Requirements);
    7. A letter of recommendation from your current teacher or from a musician of significant international reputation;
    8. Application fee of One Thousand (PhP1,000.00) Philippine Pesos or Twenty-Five (US$25) US Dollars in the form of a bank check or money order payable to Camerata dell'Arte Foundation
  • Applicants will be informed before Monday, June 16, 2008 whether their applications have been accepted or rejected by the Camerata dell'Arte Foundation.

Venues & Dates

Preliminary Round:
Lopez Memorial Museum, July 21-22, 2008 Pasig City
Semifinal Round:
Marian Auditorium of the Miriam College, July 23, 2008 Quezon City
Final Round, Awarding Ceremonies & Winners Concert:
Philamlife Theater, July 26, 2008 City of Manila

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