Celebrate Music Festival Information and Entry Form
Saturday, May 2, 2026
A welcoming, non-competitive performance opportunity for student musicians in Spokane. Students of piano, strings, and woodwinds perform solo or ensemble, memorized or with sheet music, and receive encouraging feedback from professional local artists.
About the Festival
Celebrate Music Festival is a supportive, locally created and locally run event designed to give students a positive performance experience. Students perform for highly qualified local artists and receive written feedback that helps them grow as musicians.
This festival is especially well suited for students who are new to performing and want a friendly, low-pressure opportunity to share their music.
At a Glance
- Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
- Instruments: Piano, Strings, Woodwinds
- Performance Type: Solo or Ensemble
- Music Format: Memorized or With Sheet Music
- Styles Welcome: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Original Music
- Time Slots: 10-minute time slots (choose how many you need)
- Fee: $30 per 10-minute time slot
- Evaluation Options:
- Graded: numerical scored evaluation with written feedback
- Not Graded: written feedback only, no numerical score
How It Works
Each student (or ensemble) performs during their scheduled time. After the performance, the adjudicator provides written feedback designed to encourage progress, build confidence, and support musical growth.
Ensemble performances are welcome. If registering as an ensemble, please list all performer names during registration.
Festival scheduling details will be sent closer to the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this festival for?
Celebrate Music Festival is designed for a wide range of students, including those who are new to performing and those who want a positive, supportive festival experience.
Does my student need to memorize their music?
No. Students may perform memorized or with sheet music.
What instruments are included?
The festival welcomes students of piano, strings, and woodwinds.
Can my student perform a duet or ensemble piece?
Yes. Ensemble performances are welcome. If registering as an ensemble, please list the names of all performers during registration.
What kind of music can students perform?
Students may perform a wide variety of styles, including classical, jazz, pop, and original compositions.
What is the difference between graded and not graded?
- Graded: a numerical scored evaluation with written feedback
- Not graded: written feedback only, with no numerical score
When will we receive our performance time?
Performance schedules will be sent closer to the event date, after registrations are processed.
Who do I contact with questions?
Festival Chair: Feng Tsai
[email protected]
