Welcome to the Ballet Division

Select your class below for 2025 information.

The Ballet Division of Musicfest Northwest is designed for dancers ages 8-20 to showcase their technique, artistry, and passion for ballet. This division offers a unique opportunity for young dancers to not only perform but also receive personalized feedback from a professional adjudicator. As you take your first steps into the world of dance or refine your skills for advanced performance, you’ll engage with a supportive community of fellow dancers and educators. Join us in a nurturing and inspiring environment that fosters growth and creativity!

Ballet Division Fact Sheet

Classes labeled * indicate a competition class

Introductory Masterclass offers written and spoken adjudication only. No score or rating is awarded.

*Medal Class where winners receive gold/silver medals. Classes without this designation are adjudication (individual feedback) only.

**Advanced Ballet Class (competition class where winners receive gold/silver medals), participants in this class will also be eligible for the Adjudicator Choice Award and be required to perform at the Festival Highlights Concert.

Ballet Division Rules & Regulations

  • Participants must be between 8-20 years of age to be eligible for an award. (Young Artists between the ages of 14-20).
  • Intermediate through Advanced classes must have pointe shoes available for class as appropriate.
  • Changes within a class may be made at the discretion of the chairman.
  • For adjudication female participants must wear black leotards, pink tights and pink shoes. No jewelry, adornments or frills may be worn. Male participants must wear white T-shirts, black tights, black/white shoes.
  • Warm-up rooms will be available.
  • View Festival Rules & Regulations

Additional Resources

2025 MusicFest Northwest Needs-Based Scholarship Form

Lesley Rausch

David Turnbull

Jabarie Glass

Philip Aaberg

Daniel Velasco

Vern Sielert

Brent Edstrom

Eugene Jablonsky

Derek Munson

 Silvan Negruţiu

Nancy Breth

Jee Wong

Pierce Emata

Todd Goranson

Sally Singer Tuttle

Margaret Baldridge

Dr. Louise Toppin

Danny Gurwin

Meet our 2025 Adjudicators and clinicians

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