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The Music Lights the Way Piano Festival announces finalists chosen from nearly 8,000 participants

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

The RCM announces finalists for its Music Lights the Way Piano Festival, with over $150,000 in prizing to be won

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  • The RCM announces finalists for its Music Lights the Way Piano Festival, with over $150,000 in prizing to be won
    TORONTO, Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) , one of the world's most respected music education institutions shares the list of finalists for its first-ever Music Lights the Way Piano Festival; an inclusive competition with over $150,000 in prizing, provided by Yamaha.
  • From October to December 2022, nearly 8,000 participants from Canada and the United States showcased their love for music through performances of piano repertoire chosen from the Celebration Series®, Sixth Edition.
  • We created The Music Lights the Way Piano Festival to help students build their confidence, motivation and passion for piano."
  • Dr. Janet Lopinski, Senior Director, Academic Programs shares, "All of the Music Lights the Way Piano Festival judges, including myself, were impressed and inspired by the quality of submissions from piano students across Canada and the US."