DETROIT (AP) — Registration has begun for a national music competition open to young black and Latino string players.
The Detroit-based Sphinx Competition announced Monday that it has kicked off its 17th season. The application deadline is Nov. 12.
Open to all U.S.-based junior high, high school, and college-aged black and Latino string players, the competition offers young classical musicians a chance to compete under the guidance of judges and perform with established professional musicians in a competition setting.
Its goals are to encourage and develop classical music talent in the black and Latino communities.
Top winners in senior and junior divisions will get to make a solo appearance with a major orchestra. The winner from the older group will receive $10,000 and the younger group $5,000.
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Online:
http://www.sphinxmusic.org
