Saturday, September 14, 2026 at
Join us for a day full of music, masterclasses, chamber coachings, Q&A, parent sessions, a final concert, and more!
Financial aid is available for students wishing to participate in 2026 WINDFEST.
Please contact us to learn more about our financial aid.
2026 WINDFEST Young Artist Competition
Each year, our optional Young Artist Competition (YAC) offers $6,000 in cash prizes. The 2026 YAC is open to all woodwind & brass students participating in our 2026 WINDFEST.
Students can compete in two separate divisions, Woodwind or Brass. The following categories are awarded 5 prizes within each division: 6th-8th grade, 9th-10th grade, and 11th-12th grade, for a total of 30 winners.
Prizes in the Woodwind and Brass Divisions are awarded as follows:
6th - 8th Grade:
1st place: $250 | 2nd: $200 | 3rd: $150 | 4th: $100 | 5th: $50
9th - 10th Grade category:
1st place: $250 | 2nd: $200 | 3rd: $150 | 4th: $100 | 5th: $50
11th - 12th Grade category:
1st place: $500 | 2nd: $400 | 3rd: $300 | 4th: $200 | 5th: $100