Since the 1970s, the Henry and Carol Zeiter Piano Competition at University of the Pacific has drawn exceptionally talented high-school pianists from around California.

The application deadline is December 12, 2025.

Contestants are evaluated in a preliminary recorded round consisting of two of the three selected works. Approximately 15-18 pianists are invited to the Pacific campus for the live auditions.

SCHEDULE

9 a.m. Registration (Buck Hall)

10 a.m. Auditions (Recital Hall)

12 p.m. Lunch (DeRosa University Center)

1:15 p.m. Auditions

3 p.m. Refreshments (Buck Hall)

3:30 p.m. Presentation by Conservatory Admissions (Recital Hall)

4 p.m. Master classes with Dr. Sonia Leong and Dr. Natsuki Fukasawa (Recital Hall)

5:20 p.m. Awards announcement