San Francisco, CA
Klein competition: how to prepare
Irving M. Klein International String Competition screens applicants before any live round. Yes, by recording (audio). The preliminary round is a submitted recording of around 30 minutes; semifinals and finals are live in San Francisco. The fastest way to know your take is at standard is to score it on the same five dimensions a panel listens for, before you ever hit submit.
Eligibility, repertoire, and dates change every cycle. Always confirm the current, official rules before you prepare: Klein official site
Frequently asked
Does the Klein competition use a recorded or video round?
Yes, by recording (audio). The preliminary round is a submitted recording of around 30 minutes; semifinals and finals are live in San Francisco.
Who can enter the Klein competition?
Violin, viola, cello, and double bass players ages 15 to 23. Eligibility can change each cycle, so confirm on the official site.
What repertoire does Klein require?
Typically around 30 minutes including solo Bach, a concerto movement, and a 20th or 21st-century work. The exact requirements vary by cycle. Always confirm the exact, current requirements on the official page.
How can I practice my Klein prescreen recording?
Record your prescreen excerpt on Orchestra Kingdom and get an Advance, Callback, or Not Yet verdict with scores on tone, intonation, rhythm, tempo, and musicality, the same dimensions a panel weighs, before you submit. Your first take is free, no signup.
Send your Klein video knowing it is your best take.
Record your prescreen excerpt. The panel returns your verdict plus five-dimension scores. First take is free, no signup.
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