Young Artist Vocal Competition

The Choral Society of the Palm Beaches is pleased to announce the 2025 Young Artist Vocal Competition. We are proud to provide financial support and encourage exceptionally gifted high school seniors and college freshmen in pursuing a career in music.

An image of a young lady singing with The Choral Society of the Palm Beaches logo across the top and The Young Artist Vocal Competition across the bottom

Second Place $1,000

First Place $2,000

April 27, 2025

Lakeside Presbyterian Church,

4601 South Flagler Drive,

West Palm Beach, FL 33405

Requirements:

  1. Palm Beach County residents, high school seniors or current college freshmen only.

  2. Two musical selections performed live. One must be in English.

  3. Major or minor in music with a concentration in voice (i.e. music education, music therapy, musical theatre, etc.)

FAQ’s

Is there an application fee?

No. There is no fee to apply.

Will an accompanist be provided?

Arrangements can be made via the registration process. A $25 fee is required.

May I bring my own accompanist to the competition?

Yes.

Will I have rehearsal time with the accompanist prior to the competition?

Arrangements should be made directly with the accompanist.

How will I know what specific time I will perform?

You will perform in the order in which you checked in on competition day.

Do I need to mail copies of my music in advance?

You will email your music to choral.society@gmail.com at the time of registration and bring copies with you to the competition.

May I change my musical selections after I submit my application?

Yes.  You may email choral.society@gmail.com with any changes up until the registration deadline date.

Do I need to wear formal concert attire to the competition?

We recommend business attire so that you represent confidence, professionalism and poise.  Your appearance will make an impression on the judges too!

Is the competition open to the public?

Yes.  Friends, family and fans are encouraged to come and support the singers.

Do I need to attend the entire day of the competition?

Yes.  You need to attend the entire day of the competition as scholarship awards are presented after all the contestants have performed their selections.