Young artists competition

Applications are being accepted until Oct. 28 for the OSO’s 34th annual event.


Young Artist Competition winner Jay Julio performs on stage with the Ocala Symphony Orchestra. [Photo courtesy Reilly Arts Center]

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Posted October 14, 2024 | Staff report

The Ocala Symphony Orchestra is accepting applications for its 34th annual Young Artist Competition. Instrument and voice students ages 12 to 25 are encouraged to compete. Applications and video auditions are due by Oct. 28.

Finalists will compete in front of a live audience on Jan. 12, 2025, during an honors recital at the Reilly Arts Center. Finalists from each division will receive a cash award of $200.

Winners will be chosen to perform their concerto live with the Ocala Symphony Orchestra at the Reilly Arts Center on March 8 and 9, 2025, during the subscription performance of “Youth, Tricksters and Metamorphosis.” The winners also will receive a cash award of $1,800 presented as a check at the performances.

One of the OSO’s missions is to motivate, encourage and enhance the musical careers of outstanding young musicians and to assist them by providing an opportunity to be a soloist with a professional orchestra. Support for the Young Artist Competition is provided by Duke Energy.

For application guidelines and the link to apply, visit reillyartscenter.com/symphony/yac

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