Young Artist Competition Deadline

Celebrating young artists with superior musical ability in South Central Pennsylvania

Eligibility: The competition is open to all students enrolled in grades 7 through 11 during the 2025-26 school year who reside or attend school in the following counties in Pennsylvania: Adams, Berks, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, and York. Those who have entered our competition in the past are encouraged to compete again (past winners are excluded).

Music Selection: Entrants should prepare one movement of any concerto for solo instrument (including operatic voice) written with orchestral accompaniment. Competitors chosen for the finals are responsible for bringing their own piano accompanists.

Prizes: $1,000 William & Ruth Cagnoli Award

Application: $40 application fee and audition materials must be received by Saturday, February 28, 2026.

For details, visit www.HersheySymphony.org/Hershey-Symphony-YAC/

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