Youth Programs

The Orchestra of Northern New York is committed to inspiring and educating young musicians in the North Country

James and Katherine Andrews Young Artist Competition

The James and Katherine Andrews Young Artist Competition is scheduled to return in 2025. Stay tuned for more!

Rules
Repertoire
Past Winners

Vernice N. Church Challenge for Young Artists

Applications Due April 1, 2024

Junior High and High School students from Northern and Central New York as well as the Capital Region who are “Pursuing Artistic Growth” are invited to participate in this event to be held Saturday, April 13, 2024. Students will perform live in-person at a 10 a.m. recital at the Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam. Participants must perform a piece from the current NYSSMA Manual, Level 5 or 6. See your school’s copy of the current NYSSMA Manual for repertoire.

All young artists performing in the recital will receive a Certificate of Participation and written feedback from a panel of professional musicians including the Orchestra’s Music Director, Kenneth Andrews.
 

Information about the 2024 Challenge

Application for the 2024 Challenge
Guidelines