• Piano Section 2027

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    Dates

    Friday 26th, Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th February 2027

    Saturday 6th March 2027.

    St. Augustine’s Church, Hospital Bridge Road, Twickenham, TW2 6DE
    Open for entry Monday 12th October 2026

    See Syllabus for more information

  • Information

    Find out how to join us

    At the Richmond Performing Arts Festival, we champion artistic excellence across music, dance, speech, and drama. Our festival has provided a platform for performers of all ages and abilities to showcase their talents and express their creativity since 1929. We believe in fostering a love for the arts in our community. Artistic Excellence What We Do Celebrating and Supporting Music, Dance, Speech and Drama in Richmond across all ages and abilities since 1929

    Syllabus and Information

    The adjudicator for 2027 will be Susan Clark

    Syllabus and Fees can be found HERE

    All entries for the festival must be by Play and Perform (click on the yellow icon at the top right of this page)

    Click HERE for some instructions to help you with the entry system.

    The closing date for entries is Friday 15th January 2027

    Entries MUST be made by this date but pieces can be confirmed or changed later if needed

    Engaging the community is at the heart of what we do. We invite local schools, organizations, and individuals to participate in our festival, creating a vibrant tapestry of performances that reflect the diversity of Richmond. Join us in celebrating the talent that enriches our community! Community Engagement What We Do Celebrating and Supporting Music, Dance, Speech and Drama in Richmond across all ages and abilities since 1929

    Instructions

    • Please attend at least 15 minutes before your class is timed to start and check in with the door stewards.
    • Please bring a named copy ofthe music for the adjudicator.
    • The general public are admitted at a cost of £3 per session or £5.00 (all day.) Senior concessions £2/£4).
    • Teachers of those performing, accompanists, festival patrons and children under 16 are admitted free.
    • If unable to attend please give as much notice as possible. Fees cannot be refunded.
    We are dedicated to nurturing emerging talent through workshops, mentorship programs, and performance opportunities. Our festival not only showcases established artists but also serves as a launching pad for the next generation of performers. Together, we cultivate a thriving arts scene. Support and Development What We Do Celebrating and Supporting Music, Dance, Speech and Drama in Richmond across all ages and abilities since 1929

    Adjudicators

    Susan Clark

    MA(Cantab), MA(OU), ARCM, PgDip(RCM), CT ABRSM, LRSM

    Susan attended the Trinity College of Music Junior Department for ten years, then continued her studies at Cambridge and successfully completed a Post-graduate Diploma in performance at the Royal College of Music.

    She has appeared at many major London concert venues and throughout the country as a soloist, accompanist and given concerto performances in Harrow and Lincoln.

    Susan teaches at Merchant Taylor’s School and Latymer Upper School and the Royal Masonic School for Girls and is London based. She examines for the Associated Board in the UK and internationally and is an adjudicator for The British and International Federation of Festivals.
    Susan has had three articles about teaching techniques published in the Music Teacher magazine and has published her own music theory book to help students prepare for their grade 5 theory exams.

    We are dedicated to nurturing emerging talent through workshops, mentorship programs, and performance opportunities. Our festival not only showcases established artists but also serves as a launching pad for the next generation of performers. Together, we cultivate a thriving arts scene. Support and Development What We Do Celebrating and Supporting Music, Dance, Speech and Drama in Richmond across all ages and abilities since 1929

    Previous Results

  • Winners 2026

    Congratulations to everyone who took part in the Piano Festival in 2026.

    Full Results

  • Winners 2025

    Congratulations to everyone who took part in the Piano Festival in 2025.

    Full Results

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