2026 Concerto Competition Application

2026 Kathleen Price & Joseph M. Bryan
Youth Concerto Competition

Preliminary Round: Application & Video Submission due April 1, 2026
Final Round: May (Date & Raleigh Location TBD)

Application Fee (non-refundable): $30*
*Application fee may be waived in cases of financial hardship

Questions? Contact education@ncsymphony.org
Video Submission Guidelines
- Videos should be unedited
- Recordings must be from no earlier than March 31, 2025
- Set up your recording device horizontally (landscape orientation), no further than 10 feet away
- Ensure the picture is clear and in sync with the audio
- Recording should be made with one fixed camera angle/location, focused such that the performer and accompanist are visible at all times. A tripod is recommended.
- Entrants should not introduce themselves or announce the piece being recorded.
- Music must be memorized
- Piano accompaniment is strongly recommended. If you need assistance finding a pianist, ask your studio or private teacher for local recommendations
Applicant Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Division*

Junior (Age 13-18, not yet graduated from high school)Young Artist (Age 18-23)
Student Email*
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Email (if under 18)
example@example.com
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Musical Study Information
Instrument*
Years of Study*
Name of Private Teacher

First NameLast Name
Private Teacher Email Address
example@example.com
Current School*
Current Grade / Year*
Audition Repertoire
Composer*
Composition*
Name of Accompanist

First NameLast Name
Additional Comments (optional)
Video Audition
- Applicants must submit their performances in the form of a YouTube link (other platforms such as Google Drive or Dropbox will not be accepted).
- Video submission should be uploaded to YouTube as a public or unlisted video (please do not list the video as private)
- Please specify detailed information regarding your repertoire in the video description, including Composer, Title, Opus Number, Accompanist name (if applicable), and date recorded
- It is each applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the submitted competition materials are complete, accessible, and playable
- Check your video for sound quality prior to submitting
Videos should be uploaded by April 1, 2026
YouTube Link (make sure it works - must be public or unlisted on YouTube)*
Payment (Application Fee: $30.00*)

Upon submission, you will be directed to PayPal to view/print/pay your invoice. You have the option to either pay by Credit Card/Venmo/Paypal or Mail a Check.
*Application fee may be waived in cases of financial hardship. To request a waiver of the application fee, please check the box below.

Yes, please waive my application fee
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Applicant Information

Musical Study Information

Audition Repertoire