This event is a unique opportunity for middle school and high school instrumental and vocal students who are “pursuing artistic growth. They perform for ONNY’s professional musicians, then receive feedback and coaching from the panelists. It takes place on Saturday, April 12, from 9 am – 1 pm in the Crane School of Music, Rehearsal Room C143. The deadline to apply is March 29.
Last spring, fifteen students from around St. Lawrence County and as far away as Rome, NY, played their NYSSMA selections prior to that competition, which was held in May 2024. All participants receive a Certificate of Participation and written feedback from the panelists who include ONNY’s Music Director, Colonel Michael J Colburn (USMC, Ret.)
The application for the Challenge can be found at onny.org/competition/youth-programs. Students must apply with a teacher(s) recommendation to be considered for the event. The selected work must be from the current NYSSMA Manual, Level 5 or 6. Memorization is NOT required. The non-refundable application fee is $25 per student.
For the guidelines and application for the Challenge for Young Artists, visit onny.org/youth-programs or call 315-212-3440.