Scholarship Information
The winning students will be awarded scholarships for use towards their college education or use in summer arts camps. All scholarship awards MUST be claimed within 12 months of high school graduation. The amount of scholarships is based on the success of fundraising events for Concert on the Green. The fundraising for the scholarships is based solely on support from Clay County residents and businesses and any proceeds from Concert on the Green events. Donations are appreciated and can be made at any time.
2024 Young Artists Music Competition
Concert on the Green is pleased to announce the 2024 Music Competition for Clay County students. This young artist event is designed to promote music education in Clay County. The winner will be chosen through a competitive audition process. The winner will receive a scholarship award that can be used toward music or college expenses.
Award amounts:
Senior division, instrumental: 1st - $1000, 2nd- $750, 3rd - $500
Senior division, vocal: 1st - $1000, 2nd - $750, 3rd - $500
Junior division: 1st- $300, 2nd - $200, 3rd - $100
Winners may have the opportunity to perform at Cocoa & Carols 2024 and/or a winners' recital at Penney Farms.
Eligibility: To be eligible, students must either live in Clay County or attend a school in Clay County. Students in grades 9-12 will compete in the Senior Division. Students in grades 6-9 will compete in the Junior Division. As a 9th grader, students may choose to enter either division. Students can be chosen as the first place soloist winner more than once, but not in consecutive years.
Pay attention to your inbox for when your audition is scheduled.
When it comes time for your audition, be sure to bring a picture of yourself, and 3 copies of your selection for the judges as well as the original editions.
Please contact Paula Summers at paulacog22@gmail.com with any questions about the audition process or requirements.
Application Guidelines
INSTRUMENTALISTS
Participants may choose their own piece for the competition.
Applicant's audition must be accompanied (this includes senior division pianists). Applicant may arrange for an accompanist. At the request of the applicant, an accompanist will be provided at no cost provided that the applicant use the accompanist approved by Concert on the Green. If applicant chooses to bring in an outside accompanist, all fees are the responsibility of the applicant.
- Senior Division: participants must perform a solo piece that is at least a grade 5.
- Junior Division: participants must perform a solo piece that is at least a grade 3.
VOCALISTS
Participants should choose their own pieces for the competition that are appropriate for their ability and vocal range.
All vocalist participants must perform TWO pieces. One piece must be a classical art song or aria in the original language. One selection must be from a Broadway Show. Music must be memorized for consideration for First, Second, or Third place.
Vocal solos may be performed in any key, published or transposed.
Songs with titles listed in a foreign language must be performed in that language.
Songs with titles listed in English may also be performed in another published language.
Applicant's audition must be accompanied. Applicant may arrange for an accompanist. At the request of the applicant, an Accompanist will be provided at no cost provided that the applicant use the accompanist approved by Concert on the Green. If applicant chooses to bring in an outside accompanist, all fees are the responsibility of the applicant.
First place, second place, third place, and honorable mention awards may be provided based on the performance at the finalist judging.
Important Dates
ONLINE APPLICATIONS DUE: March 8, 2024
AUDITIONS: March 23, 2024
NEED MORE INFORMATION? Contact Paula Summers - paulacog22@gmail.com
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