Young Artist Symphonic Competition
Download Young Artist Symphonic Competition sponsored by the HSOG YAA Committee Rules and Guidelines
The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra (HSO) Young Artist Symphonic Competition sponsored by the HSOG YAA committee provides an opportunity to perform in a public forum and give recognition to dedicated young musicians for their talent and accomplishments.
- The 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 the 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 Symphonic Competition 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 Artist Symphonic Competition sponsored by the HSOG YAA Committees are a competitive public performance opportunity, presented annually to classical music students. This year we are starting the transition from YAA to Young Artist Symphonic Competition sponsored by the HSOG YAA Committee. It is still the same as years before.
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 Artist Symphonic Competition sponsored by the HSOG YAA Committee are a competitive public performance opportunity, presented annually to classical music students.
