Huntington, West Virginia
YoungPeople’sCompetition2027
2027 Young People’s Competition
Your moment with the orchestra.
An opportunity for young musicians to perform as a soloist and compete for prizes. The winner performs with the Marshall University Symphony Orchestra, joined by members of the Huntington Symphony Orchestra.
- Application and $30 check received by
- December 14, 2026
- Auditions
- Sunday, January 10, 2027
- Smith Music Hall, Marshall University
- Ages 12–18
- Instrumentalists and vocalists in the Tri-State Area
Prizes
First prize: $300
Plus a solo performance with the Marshall University Symphony Orchestra alongside professional HSO musicians.
Second prize: $175
Third prize: $75
Second and third prizes are monetary awards only. Only the first-prize winner performs with the orchestra.
The Huntington Symphony Orchestra also sponsors the prizes.
Presented by the Woman’s Club of Huntington in partnership with Marshall University School of Music and the Huntington Symphony Orchestra. The winner gains experience alongside professional players while bringing live orchestral music to local students.
Recent past winners
- 2026Harin LeeViolin
- 2025Liam ToneyViolin
- 2024Soleil GlossPiano
- 2023Isaiah BieleViolin
Questions?
Contact chairperson Judith Short.
Email Judith
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