Young Artists Competition

The Summit Symphony Orchestra has been performing classical music for the greater Summit area for over 50 years. One of its purposes is to provide an opportunity for young artists to perform a concerto or other major work with a symphony orchestra.

The Young Artists Competition is held every other year and is open to all New Jersey resident high school-aged music students in Grades 9-12 (Orchestral instruments only).

YAC APPLICATION

2025-26 YAC flyer

2025-26 YAC letter (for music educators) 


Payment for the non-refundable application fee may made via PayPal, Zelle, or personal check.

 Enter treasurer@summitsymphony.org
as the Zelle recipient **

** Peter Dykema is the name of the Treasurer of Summit Symphony, Inc., and is the signer associated with the Zelle account. We assure you that funds are being sent to Summit Symphony, Inc., not directly to an individual.

To mail a check for the application fee, please make checks payable to: SUMMIT SYMPHONY, INC.

Please include the applicant’s name on the check.  

Checks may be mailed to:
Margaret Blewitt
279 Jacksonville Road
Lincoln Park, NJ 07035

For additional information, contact Margaret Blewett at yac@summitsymphony.org