An entire concerto performance is required. Cuts within the accompaniement part are permitted for the competition only. Competitors in the Instrumental category must provide their own instruments. Applications with earliest postmarks determine audition schedule placement. 1999 will be placed on an alternate list.
Memorization is required at both the competition and at the performance with the orchestra.
Performance Award recipients are required to attend two rehearsals and a dres rehearsal before their concert performance. The music teachers of Performance Award recipients are encouraged to attend at least one of the first two rehearsals. No awards will be given, but participants will be issues judges' comments. Each entrant must be recommended by his or her school music director or private music teacher. The two categories for the Non-competitive division are the same as for the Competitive Division.