The M2 Competition

The M2 Competition is an international piano competition designed to support all aspiring pianists hoping to pusuit artistic excellence. Based along the California Central Coast, the three day competition culmintates in a performance at the Music Academy of the West in a public showcase of talent. $10,000 in prizes are available to finalists and winners in each of the two categories of Junior and Professional Divisions. 

Preliminary rounds will take place at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church in Santa Ynez from February 28-29, with the final round taking place at the Music Academy of the West on March 1st.