Classical Competition 2015


05/21/2015 Registration Deadline

General Information


COMPETITION TIMES:
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  • First Round:
    Sign up for a Live Location between November 22 and May 21, or submit an Online Application before May 10.

  • Second, Semifinal, and Final Rounds:
    The top half from the First Round advance to the National Rounds at the CS Convention in Chicago, May 21-24, at the Chicago Sheraton Hotel & Towers.

    Competition participants can attend the College Expo recruiting fair and the High School & University Masterclasses at the CS Convention for free.

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Repertoire:

  • Singers will prepare three contrasting selections (art songs or arias) for a live location audition.
  • One song should be in a language other than English.
  • French repertoire is encouraged to be considered for the FAVA Award in Excellence for University and Young Artist/Emerging Professional divisions.
  • All repertoire should be at a level appropriate to vocal development.


Divisions

Click a Division to view its Dates & Locations.


Young Artist/Emerging Professional
- No Age Limit
- Undergraduate degree in vocal-related field recommended.
- No principal roles with A or B level companies.

University
- Upper age limit 25 as of May 25, 2015.
- No undergraduate degree as of September 1, 2014.
- High school graduate or equivalent.

High School
- Ages 14 - 18 as of May 25, 2015.
- Cannot be enrolled in a university program.