Vancouver Symphony's Young Artist Competition: Apply Now

0:00The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra just launched its 2026 Paul and Lodi Christensen, young artist competition with a nationwide call for. Young musicians, applications are open now, but they close at 4 p.m. on July 15th. Young players age 18 or younger as of January 1st, 2027, can apply if they're United States citizens or legal residents. The contest covers piano, strings, woodwinds, and brass and requires a $100 entry fee plus a birth certificate. This event offers a big stage for rising stars with nine finalists heading to the live rounds on October 11th. Winners get cash prizes and a chance to perform with the full orchestra on January 16th and 17th. Top honors include $5,000 for gold medalists, $2,000 for silver, and $1,000 for bronze. The judging panel features heavy hitters like Grammy winner Zool Bailey, violinist Philippe Quint, and clarinetist David Schifrin. Aspiring artists should head to

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