Competition Requirements: Contestants must abide by all competition requirements or be disqualified. 

• This is a solo competition and is not open to ensembles (duets, trios, quartets)
  
• Applicants must prepare one movement of a concerto or work of equal importance, with available orchestral accompaniment in its original form (with no cuts) that is a maximum of ten minutes in length when played in its entirety. The length of piece is designed to accommodate the format and repertoire of the Symphony's Music Discovery performances while ensuring an edifying and rewarding experience for all.      
• During the preliminary competition, the accompanist should limit lengthy introductory accompaniment to several lead-in measures. Our judges are only interested in the evaluation of the applicant's skills. However, the movement, when played in its entirety must be under 10 minutes.
• Applicants are not required to memorize their competition piece.
• Each applicant is limited to compete on one instrument.
• Applicants must be able to perform their piece at the time of the competition at a level which is suitable for performance with the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra.
• Applicants must supply their own accompanist for the competition.
• Any special competition time requests must be made with the return of your completed application. We will try to accommodate you within our scheduling format
• Applicant must supply four copies of their performance piece with each measure numbered. This will enable the judges to provide a detailed evaluation.