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CS Convention &
Vocal Competition
Chicago
May 23-26, 2025
Join more than 800 singers and teachers at the CS Convention for an unforgettable vocal arts weekend of performance, education, and community!
$13,000
in Cash Prizes$5 Million
in University Scholarships107
Masterclasses & WorkshopsOver 50
Schools and Companies
Join the Competition!
Compete for more than $13,000 in cash prizes and over 5 million in university scholarships across 7 divisions for both Musical Theatre and Classical.
Sing in Masterclasses!
Attend classes taught by Juilliard, Eastman, San Francisco Conservatory, NEC, Michigan, and more than 70 other universities, summer programs, and professional organizations.
Get Recruited!
The Convention has the biggest vocal arts recruiting fair in the nation! More than 60 schools, companies, and programs will be in attendance. Meet with university faculty, college recruiters, and summer program staff.
Get Scholarships!
More than $5,000,000 of university and summer program scholarships will be offered to Competition participants.
Participating Schools
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Presenters & Judges
Stay at the Convention
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
Located in the heart of the River North district, Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk is an urban sanctuary amid iconic attractions in downtown Chicago.
Convention Pass
required to attend classes- Attend Any Masterclass
- College Recruiting Expo Fair
- Desert Reception
- Final Concert
Guaranteed Singing Card
required to sing in a masterclass- Guaranteed 10-min singing spot in chosen masterclass
- Limit 3 per participant
Sponsors
