An invitation to Arizona’s finest young musicians
The Dorothy Vanek Youth Concerto Competition invites talented young music students to prepare and perform one movement of a concerto. The competition is designed to recognize and support the outstanding young musicians in our community, polish performance skills and build real-life experience.
Competitors will vie for awards of up to $1,000, SASO season tickets and the possibility of performing as a soloist with the Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra.
This year’s competition features two divisions: a regular division for students ages 15 to 18, and a junior division for students age 14 and under.
If you are or know of a music student who might be interested, take advantage of this valuable opportunity. Apply by December 27, 2025. The competition will be held in January TBA 2025 at the U of A School of Music.
Eligible Instruments
All orchestral instruments, including piano, harp, and saxophone.
Student Eligibility
Regular division: any public, private or home school student from age 15 to 18 (as of January 1, 2025) who has not yet graduated from high school is eligible to compete.
2024 Dorothy Vanek Youth Concerto Competition Application
Must be submitted by December 27, 2024
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