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PCM presents the first annual Zukovsky Competition!

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PCM presents the first annual Zukovsky Competition!

It’s no secret that the clarinet is the coolest woodwind of all. In celebration of the most recent addition to our Artist-Teacher faculty, Michele Zukovsky, we’re hosting our first annual clarinet competition adjudicated by her. The competition is open to high school students age 18 and under and will take place on Saturday, November 8.  The top three winners will receive prize money and the first place winner will also get the opportunity to perform for Zukovsky at a master class at the Pasadena Conservatory of Music on Monday, November 17, at 7 p.m.

Prizes

1st Place: $500 and a performance at a master class with Ms. Zukovsky

2nd Place: $300

3rd Place: $200

See the event page for more information.

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