Competition Details:

Participants of the Academy will have the opportunity to compete at the Academy competition: the competition will be part of the academy’s curriculum. At the conclusion of the competition the 1st prize winner will be presented with a new Henri Selmer Presence Bb clarinet, selected by the academy’s artists. 2nd prize winner will receive a $1000 prize, and 3rd prize winner will receive a Selmer Paris Concept Bb Mouthpiece.

First round repetoire: (to be sent electronically)

  • Weber, C.M. von – Concertino op. 11
  • Osborne, Willson – Rhapsody (1954)

The deadline for first round recordings (audio/video) is April 1st.

Final round:

  • Tower, Joan – Wings
  • One of the following:
    • Francaix, Jean – Tema con Variazioni
    • Lutoslawski, Witold – Dance Preludes

Prizes:

First Prize: Brand new Selmer Presence Bb clarinet
Second Prize: $1,000 cash prize
Third Prize: Selmer Paris Concept Bb Mouthpiece

When registering, please ensure to indicate on the registration form your desire to compete in the competition.