Classic Lyric Arts 2027 Pianist Auditions: Virtual Applications Close 31 October
A pianist-specific application for 2027
Classic Lyric Arts is receiving 2027 pianist audition submissions through YAP Tracker. Its listing states that virtual-recording applications must be received by 31 October 2026, while the live audition application deadline is 23 November 2026. The page identifies New York City live auditions on 11–13 December. The pianist form is distinct from the singer form, and applicants should avoid submitting to the wrong performance role.
The three selections for a live audition
For a live pianist audition, the organiser names Mozart's Batti, batti from Don Giovanni, Puccini's Donde lieta uscì from La Bohème and Duparc's Chanson triste in E-flat. It states a soprano will be provided for the audition. The virtual route instead requests three recordings: Batti, batti with or without a singer, an aria in Italian or French with a singer, and an Italian or French art song with a singer. Those are distinct requirements and need separate planning.
Materials and preparation
The public form asks for a headshot, résumé, accurate contact details, audition-route selection and recordings for virtual applicants. Collaborative pianists should coordinate with a singer before making the required partnered recordings, and check accompaniment editions and keys against the current instructions. Candidates applying from abroad should budget for a potential live audition in New York, if that route is selected.
About the organisation and what this opportunity is
Classic Lyric Arts is an educational and artistic programme focused on operatic and song repertoire. YAP Tracker is the established online application system used for this named audition; the form also identifies a director-of-operations contact for questions. It should not be presented as a guaranteed salaried répétiteur position. Information about programme fees, scholarships, housing, professional engagements and ultimate selection should be obtained from the named organiser's full opportunity listing before accepting an offer.
Official call and application instructions
Research checked: 23 October 2026. Deadlines, eligibility, fees and programme rules can change; verify the organiser's live announcement before applying or paying.