Classical Music
Classical Music is one of 10 artistic disciplines in YoungArts’ national competition. This discipline is open to orchestral instrumentalists and composers.
To be eligible, you must be able to answer ”Yes“ to these statements:
- I am either a citizen of the United States, a permanent resident/green card recipient, or I can demonstrate that I am legally able to receive taxable income in the United States.
- I am in grades 10–12 or 15–18 years of age on December 1 of the year I am applying.
- If I’m selected as an award winner with distinction, this would be my first time attending National YoungArts Week.
These requirements are for a past application cycle and are for reference only. Requirements will be updated for the 2028 cycle, which opens in Summer 2027.
The 2028 YoungArts application opens in Summer 2027.
Pascal Le Boeuf, Classical Music National Selection Panel Chair
Pascal Le Boeuf, Classical Music National Selection Panel Chair
L’Oiseau des bois, Op 21 (1865, Doppler)
L’Oiseau des bois, Op 21 (1865, Doppler)
Trio for Piano, Oboe and Bassoon (1994, Previn)
Trio for Piano, Oboe and Bassoon (1994, Previn)
Piano Quintet in A Major, Op 81 (1887, Dvořák)
Piano Quintet in A Major, Op 81 (1887, Dvořák)
Bohemian Rhapsody (1975, Queen)
Bohemian Rhapsody (1975, Queen)
See our FAQ for answers to common questions about the competition and application.
My fellow Classical Musicians were the shining stars for me; their young yet accomplished talents always startled me with awe.”
— Andy Park (2020 Classical Music)