Competitions and Other Events
WMPA Composition Competition
Congratulations to Octavio Vasquez, winner of the 2009-10 WMPA Composition Competition for his composition, "The Second Gate."
The fourth annual WMPA Composition Competition is here! The purpose of this unique competition is to identify outstanding composers in the Mid-Atlantic region and to award one winner each year with an unequaled opportunity for performance exposure by showcasing two of his/her major works during WMP's next concert season.
Who can apply
WMPA conducts its annual composition competition to promote the works of talented composers from the Mid-Atlantic region. The competition is open to composers of any age from the Mid-Atlantic states (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, and WV).
How it works
From compositions submitted over the summer, three finalists are chosen by a panel composed of the Music Director, musicians from WMP, and members of the Board of Directors. WMP will perform the selected compositions from the three finalists during the February concert series of the regular season. A jury consisting of WMP musicians, audience members, and members of the Board of Directors will then select a final winner. WMP will perform two major works by the winning composer during the following concert season.
How to Apply
Click here for specific composition criteria, application information, and instructions. Compositions are due no later than July 31, 2010. Winners will be selected and notified no later than August 31, 2010.
Congratulations to our past winners, Steven Gerber (2007-08) and Charlie Barnett (2008-09).
Masterclass Invitational
2009 marked the first year of the WMPA Masterclass Invitational for talented musicians 18 years or younger and residing in the Washington metropolitan area.
WMPA is pleased to announce that the 2010 Masterclass Selection Panel is now accepting applications. The Masterclass is open to violinists, pianists, and small string ensembles aged 18 and younger. We are especially excited to announce that this year’s class will be taught by Elisabeth Adkins, Associate Concertmaster of the National Symphony Orchestra, and Edward Newman, renowned concert pianist.
This year’s Masterclass will be held on August 1, 2010, at 3:00 PM, in conjunction with WMPA’s Summer Chamber Music Series at The Lyceum in Old Town Alexandria. This series of free, Sunday afternoon performances attracts audiences from around the metropolitan area.
Space for this event is extremely limited. Applications must be delivered to the WMPA Masterclass Selection Panel on or before June 11, 2010. Performers will be announced on July 1, 2010. For more information and to apply, please see the materials posted below.
Masterclass Flyer | Application and Instructions | Letter to Teachers
