HSO Young Artists Auditions
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The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra (HSO) Young Artists Auditions provide an opportunity to perform in a public forum and give recognition to dedicated young musicians for their talent and accomplishments.
- YAA winner WILL be asked to perform at the FREE Family Concert on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
- Contestants may choose any competitive piece from their repertoire that is no longer than 10 minutes.
- Top 3 Winners will receive a cash prize.
1st Place Winner – $800
2nd Place Winner – $300
3rd Place Winner – $200
- Music teachers of YAA contestants must contact the HSO Director of Education at sharon@hso.org to schedule a brief orientation via conference call, in person, via Zoom, or by phone (256) 539-4818 in order for their student’s submission to be considered.
Dates to Remember
Registration Due: Monday, January 12, 2026
Young Artists Audition Final Recital: Sunday, January 25, 2026, 2:00 p.m., Roberts Recital Hall, UAHuntsville
FREE Family Concert: Saturday, February 21, 2026, 11:00 a.m., Mark C. Smith Concert Hall, VBC
Congratulations to our 2025 YAA Winners!
The HSO Young Artists Auditions are a competitive public performance opportunity, presented annually to classical music students.
Entrants begin by submitting an application along with a preliminary audition recording, after which they may be invited to progress to the next round – participation in a public recital, with the performances scored and written remarks given by a distinguished adjudicator.
Following this recital, the top three finalists will receive cash prizes, and the first-place winner will be invited to perform at the HSO FREE Family Concert.
The HSO Young Artists Auditions are a competitive public performance opportunity, presented annually to classical music students.
