NSMTA Winners Recital
The Winners Recital is an annual, invitation-only event held each May, showcasing the winners of the NSMTA Piano Competition and recipients of the NSMTA Scholarship awards.
Winners Recital Chair: Camille Witos
2026 Winners Recital
Date and Time: Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
Location: Lutkin Hall, Northwestern University (700 University Pl, Evanston, IL 60208)
Parking: Free weekend parking is available in Lot 232 - 711 Elgin Lot (no permit required). From the lot, walk east on University Place to reach Lutkin Hall.
Participant Confirmation: All performers must confirm their participation by May 6, 2026 by replying to the email sent earlier in the week. Please include the composer and complete title of the piece you plan to perform. Students may choose to play one of their competition pieces or another repertoire selection of their choice.
For questions, contact Winners Recital Chair, Camille Witos.
Winners Recital Guidelines
Eligibility
Participants of the Winners Recital must be established winners of the NSMTA Piano Competition and the NSMTA Scholarship for that academic year.
Winners are announced by the event coordinators post-event and contacted via email to confirm their participation.
Guidelines
Pieces must be performed by memory
Each student may perform only one movement or selection.
Music other than the winning contest selection may be performed, but the chairperson must be notified at least a week ahead of time. This music must also be memorized.
Entrants and guests must arrive before starting time and remain for the entire recital.
Awards
Trophies will be awarded to all participants.
Photo Consent
Participants must fill out and sign the NSMTA Photo Release Form agreeing to allow use of their photos for NSMTA publicity purposes.
Questions about the NSMTA Winners Recital?
For more information, fill out the form to contact the Winners Recital Chair, Camille Witos.