6th Young Artists Competition, US

Lowell (Massachusetts), US

Deadline: January 10th, 2027

The Lowell Chamber Orchestra announces its sixth annual international concerto competition.

The contest is geared to give young artists a chance to perform with the Lowell Chamber Orchestra (LCO) during the 2027-2028 season.

Contestants must be born on or after October 11th, 1996.

The competition is open only to the following instruments: piccolo, flute, oboe, english horn, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, french horn, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba, piano, harpsichord, organ, harp, guitar, mandolin, violin, viola, cello, contrabass, any voice classification (soprano, contralto, alto, mezzo-soprano, tenor, counter-tenor, baritone, bass, etc.)

Schedule: 2Rounds

1st Round: virtual

2nd Round: in-person/ 15th contestants/ Saturday, April 24th, 2027

Entry Fee: US$45

Prizes:

1st Place

• Performance during the 2027-2028 season

• Professional video recording

• Cash prize of US$1000

• Travel stipend up to US$300 to attend rehearsals and concert

2nd Place:

• Cash prize of US$500

3rd Place:

• Cash prize of US$200