The Kennett Symphony of Chester County will sponsor their annual Instrumental Competition for Young Artists on Saturday, November 23^rd at 1:00 pm at the Kendal at Longwood Auditorium, Kennett Square.  Sixteen gifted young musicians in grades 9 to 12 will each perform a classical composition or movement of a larger work for solo and orchestra. The Young Artist Competitions provide an invaluable performance experience for these aspiring student musicians who have achieved a high level of proficiency.

The auditions are open to the public and are free of charge.  Each of the young musicians will be judged by a panel of professional musicians.  Three prizes will be awarded - first prize provides a $500 cash award and the opportunity for a solo performance with the Kennett Symphony, second prize is $300, and third prize is $100.  Funding for the competition is provided in part through the generosity of the Mushroom Festival, Inc. and the Kennett Run Charities.

The competition is chaired by Paul and Irena Merluzzi.  For further information, contact the Kennett Symphony office at 610-444-6363.