FAQs Archive - Page 2 of 2 - Schmidt Vocal Arts

Q: I am planning on booking long-distance travel. Do you ever cancel a competition?

While Schmidt Vocal Arts limits each competition to a maximum of 30 singers, we also require a minimum of 15 eligible singers to hold a competition. If we do not have a minimum of 15 eligible singers by the application deadline, we will extend the deadline by one week. If the deadline extension does not yield enough singers, then we may unfortunately cancel the competition at that location. If this happens, we will contact each family directly by email and/or phone. In the case of cancellation, applications fees may be transferred to another competition location or refunded. We encourage families to book refundable travel arrangements when possible. If you have a question about a specific location, please feel free to call our office.

Q: What if I want to change my repertoire selections?

You may make changes to your repertoire at any time, right up until you walk onto the stage. After the program has been printed (about a week before the competition) you will simply need to announce your change from the stage. Before the program has been printed, we encourage you to email us with any changes so that we can correct the program and send the change to the pianist. For virtual competitions, you can change your repertoire up until the submission deadline.

Q: Why do you need my social security number?

All award winners will have to fill out tax forms in order to receive an award check. All award winners will be required to complete an electronic W9 AFTER the competition day.

FAQs

I am planning on booking long-distance travel. Do you ever cancel a competition?

What if I want to change my repertoire selections?

Why do you need my social security number?

Why do I need to sign a release form?