Talented, young musicians up to age 26 travel across the United States each year to Jonesboro or a chance to compete in the DSO's prestigious Young Artist Competition. Five music divisions award cash prizes in piano, strings, woodwinds, brass/percussion and voice. Winners have transitioned to successful careers within education, administration and performance. The Delta Symphony Orchestra is proud to be a part of their past on the way to their future.At end of each division, winners are announced, winning $500 in cash prizes.
At end of day, two Grand Prize Winners are announced, winning:
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$750 cash prize each, and a performance as guest artists with the Delta Symphony Orchestra.
Also awarded:
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$100 cash prize and the Neale King Bartee Young Artist Award for Outstanding High School Student (grades 9-12).
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$50 cash prize and the Outstanding Student younger than 9th grade.
All cash awards are presented at the spring concert . ​ Former Grand Prize Winners are not eligible to audition. ​