Classical Music
Classical Music is one of 10 artistic disciplines in YoungArts’ national competition. This discipline is open to orchestral instrumentalists, pianists, 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 a Finalist, this would be my first time attending National YoungArts Week.
The strongest auditions demonstrate excellence in the craft of playing or writing, the ability to reveal the nuances of each work, versatility, and a truly personal style.
The 2024 YoungArts application opens June 2023.
See our FAQ for answers to common questions about the competition and application.
Application tips | Pascal Le Boeuf (2004 Classical Music, Jazz), National Selection Panelist
Application tips | Pascal Le Boeuf (2004 Classical Music, Jazz), National Selection Panelist
How is YoungArts different? | Marina Lomazov, National Selection Panelist
How is YoungArts different? | Marina Lomazov, National Selection Panelist
How would you describe YoungArts? | Chase Park (2015 Classical Music)
How would you describe YoungArts? | Chase Park (2015 Classical Music)
How did YoungArts change your life? | Dave Eggar (1987 Classical Music), Guest Artist
How did YoungArts change your life? | Dave Eggar (1987 Classical Music), Guest Artist
What is your experience of YoungArts? | Daniel Bernard Roumain, Guest Artist
What is your experience of YoungArts? | Daniel Bernard Roumain, Guest Artist
"Jeux de plein air" (1917, Tailleferre)
"Jeux de plein air" (1917, Tailleferre)
"Cinq Pièces en Trio" (1935, Ibert)
"Cinq Pièces en Trio" (1935, Ibert)
"Adiós Nonino" (1959, Piazzolla)
"Adiós Nonino" (1959, Piazzolla)
"Ecstatic Samba Piano Trio No. 3" (2018, Kevin Day)
"Ecstatic Samba Piano Trio No. 3" (2018, Kevin Day)
"Passacaglia Duo for Violin and Viola" (1894, Halvorsen)
"Passacaglia Duo for Violin and Viola" (1894, Halvorsen)
"Trio in B-flat Major, Op. 11" (1797, Beethoven)
"Trio in B-flat Major, Op. 11" (1797, Beethoven)
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)