CYSO is sponsoring a composition contest, to encourage young composers and players to start working together, experience what it takes to put new music together, and generally encourage future collaboration. It is open to students 18 and younger who are still in high school. The compositions must be performed by musicians who are also in school.
The completed application, $25 non-refundable application fee (checks made out to Colorado Youth Symphony Orchestra), and a copy of the final score and parts should be mailed to: Benjamin Tomkins, 2166 S. Ash St. Denver, CO 80222
A recording or midi file may be included with the application or emailed to cysobenjamin@gmail.com. Recordings are highly recommended, but not required. Email Subject: {Name} – Telum Lucretii Competition
All Materials must be postmarked and/or received by email no later than April 15, 2015.
All emailed materials must be in .pdf format, legible, and printable.
Please click here for application materials and more information.
First prize: $200 and a performance on the Classical at Dazzle series
2nd Prize: $100
3rd Prize: $50
Best Performance: $160