musicians

Friends of Music of Bethlehem invite voice students up to age 20 and instrumentalists up to age 19 to apply to audition for the Outstanding Young Artist Competition.

Video auditions and applications are due no later than Feb. 28.

The winner, who will receive a cash award of $600, will be presented in a formal public recital 3 p.m. April 29 at Wesley United Methodist Church.

In the event of a tie, judges may recommend a joint recital with shorter playing times and the prizes divided accordingly.

Individual performers who want to audition must be prepared to present a 25-minute recital of music selected from the standard repertoire should they win the audition.

Memorization is strongly encouraged but not required. A short encore should also be available.

Competitors must provide their own accompanists and reside in or study in Lehigh or Northampton County.

For the audition, competitors should be prepared to perform any of the selections chosen for the recital.

All competitors receive written evaluations from the judges.

Visit friends-of-music.org for an application and instructions.

For additional information, contact Sara George during business hours at 610-437-6000.