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Concerto Competition — Semifinal Round

Multiple Competitors — Various

May 10, 2026 at 2:00 PM

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May 10 2026
2:00 PM EDT Competition Round240 min

Concerto Competition — Semifinal Round

Concerto Competition 2026

Semifinal Round — Each competitor performs one concerto movement (15-20 min)
Jury deliberation follows the final performance
Results announced live on stream

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Multiple Competitors

Various

Global — Online

Eight semifinalists from five countries compete for a place in the Finals of the TGC International Concerto Competition. Live adjudication by an internationa...

Mar 28 2026
6:00 PM EDT Studio Class120 min

The Open Bench — March Session

The Open Bench

Open format — 10-minute performance slots
Sign up opens 48 hours before the event
All instruments and genres welcome
Faculty moderator provides brief feedback

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Open to All Students

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Global — Online

The Open Bench is TGC's drop-in performance series. Any enrolled student can sign up for a 10-minute slot to perform, share works-in-progress, or try new rep...

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Apr 12 2026
5:00 AM EDT Masterclass120 min

Paris Conservatory Studio — Fauré & Debussy

Paris Conservatory Studio

Masterclass: The French Piano Tradition
Fauré: Nocturne No. 6 in D-flat major, Op. 63
Debussy: Préludes, Book I (selections)
Three students will perform and receive coaching

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Prof. Jean-Philippe Dubois

Piano

Paris, France

Professor of Piano at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris. Internationally acclaimed interpreter of French repertoire with recordings on...

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Mar 22 2026
7:00 PM EDT Solo Recital75 min

Spring Piano Recital

Spring Season 2026

Chopin: Ballade No. 1 in G minor, Op. 23
Liszt: Liebestraum No. 3 in A-flat major
Rachmaninoff: Prelude in C-sharp minor, Op. 3 No. 2
Debussy: Clair de Lune

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Sarah Chen

Piano

New York, USA

Award-winning pianist and TGC alumna, currently pursuing her Masters at Juilliard. Specializing in Romantic repertoire with recent performances at Carnegie W...

Apr 05 2026
3:00 PM EDT Solo Recital60 min

Violin Masterworks

Spring Season 2026

Bach: Partita No. 2 in D minor, BWV 1004 — Chaconne
Sarasate: Zigeunerweisen, Op. 20
Ysaÿe: Sonata No. 3 in D minor "Ballade"

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Marcus Williams

Violin

London, UK

Baroque specialist and founding member of the London Early Music Collective. Graduate of the Royal Academy of Music, currently artist-in-residence at the Gui...

Apr 18 2026
8:00 PM EDT Solo Recital75 min

Voice & Piano Evening

Spring Season 2026

Puccini: "O mio babbino caro" from Gianni Schicchi
Strauss: Four Last Songs (selections)
Barber: Knoxville: Summer of 1915
Bernstein: "Glitter and Be Gay" from Candide

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Elena Rodriguez

Soprano

Madrid, Spain

Rising opera star with recent debuts at Teatro Real and Gran Teatre del Liceu. Known for her interpretations of Puccini and Strauss heroines. TGC Opera Studi...

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Secure Server

RTMPS Protocol
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TLS-encrypted transmission for sensitive or high-profile broadcasts.

Your unique Stream Key is available in YouTube Studio → Go Live → Stream Settings. Never share your stream key publicly.

Technical Requirements

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4,500–9,000 Kbps Video Bitrate
1920 × 1080 Resolution
30 or 60 fps Frame Rate
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2 seconds Keyframe Interval
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December Piano Recital
45:00 Solo Recital

December Piano Recital

James Thompson, Piano

December 18, 2025Winter Season 2025
Vocal Arts Showcase
39:00 Faculty Demonstration

Vocal Arts Showcase

Maria Santos, Mezzo-Soprano

October 25, 2025Autumn Season 2025
Global Youth Orchestra — Inaugural Concert
1:30:00 Ensemble Concert

Global Youth Orchestra — Inaugural Concert

TGC Global Youth Orchestra, Full Orchestra

September 15, 2025Ensemble Premieres
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Preparation Guide

Information for Performers

Everything you need to prepare for your broadcast

Technical Setup

  • Stable internet connection (minimum 10 Mbps upload)
  • Computer with OBS Studio or compatible encoder
  • External microphone or audio interface for best sound
  • Good lighting and neutral background
  • Wired ethernet connection recommended

Before Your Performance

  • Test your stream 24 hours in advance
  • Confirm your stream key in YouTube Studio
  • Sound check and camera framing
  • Close unnecessary applications
  • Notify The Global Conservatory you are ready

During Your Performance

  • Start streaming 5 minutes before scheduled time
  • Monitor the backup stream status
  • Keep your stream key confidential
  • Technical support available via live chat
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Frequently Asked Questions

A computer with a webcam and microphone will work, but we recommend an external audio interface and dedicated microphone for the best sound quality. See our Technical Requirements section for detailed specifications.

Absolutely! Share The Stage page URL with anyone you'd like to invite. All performances are broadcast publicly and available worldwide.

YouTube Studio allows you to run a private test stream. We also offer a technical rehearsal slot 24–48 hours before your performance. Contact us to schedule.

YouTube automatically switches to the backup stream if your primary feed fails. We recommend sending a 'technical difficulties' slate to the backup URL as a safety net.

Yes, all performances are automatically archived on our YouTube channel and available for on-demand viewing. You retain the right to request removal within 30 days.

Stage performances are free for enrolled students. Guest artists and external performers should contact us for availability and any associated fees.

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