Menu Our Mission YoungArts identifies the most accomplished young artists in the visual, literary and performing arts, and provides them with creative and professional development opportunities and support throughout their careers. Our Vision To empower artists to pursue a life in the arts. Our Values Our core values are excellence, collaboration, inclusivity, experimentation, respect and integrity. These concepts underpin our efforts to provide artists with space, funding, mentorship, professional development and community. We strive to incorporate and communicate them throughout all of our programs. Equity and Belonging The National Foundation for the Advancement of Artists → 2100 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, FL 33137 1.800.970.ARTS (2787) info@youngarts.org Contact FAQ COVID-19 Safety Policy Educators Careers Media Accessibility Terms and Privacy Audited Financials Form 990 Annual Report (2019-2020) © 2021 YoungArts

Menu Jazz Jazz is open to composers and instrumentalists. Strong auditions showcase the artist’s individual work, technical expertise, and highlight the artist’s unique and original sound (if you are a jazz vocalist, please see our Voice discipline). Watch Are you a jazz musician who is 15–18 years old or in grades 10–12? The 2022 application is now closed. Sign Up for Updates FAQ Eligibility To be eligible, you must be able to answer ”Yes“ to these statements: I am either a citizen of the United States, a permanent resident/green card recipient, or I can demonstrate that I am legally able to receive taxable income in the United States. I am in grades 10–12 or 15–18 years of age on December 1 of the year I am applying. If I’m selected as a Finalist, this would be my first time attending National YoungArts Week. Application Requirements All the requirements for the 2022 competition are listed in the downloadable PDF Composition Instrumental Percussion Hear from Winners and Guest Artists Dr. Ronald C. McCurdy, Guest Artist Ignacio Berroa, Guest Artist Emmet Cohen (2009 Jazz), Guest Artist Select Performances from Winners "Naima" arranged by Sophia Kickhofel "Stepping Stones" composed by Ethan Pires "We See" arranged by Jason Arkins "Airplane" composed by Emmanuel Michael "Fuchsia Swing Song" arranged by Graeham Guerin "Nefertiti" arranged by Miguel Russell I was able to forge life-changing relationships and had an opportunity to perform in Aspen that… led to a gig at Alice Tully Hall. So much of success in the music business hinges on the connections you make, and YoungArts really helps.” — Veronica Leahy (2018 Jazz) The National Foundation for the Advancement of Artists → 2100 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, FL 33137 1.800.970.ARTS (2787) info@youngarts.org Contact FAQ COVID-19 Safety Policy Educators Careers Media Accessibility Terms and Privacy Audited Financials Form 990 Annual Report (2019-2020) © 2021 YoungArts