PVMC
Summer Edition
APPLICATION
YouTube Audition Only
Applicants may choose to upload a YouTube link or a video file (mov, mp4)
No live audition
Accepts All Instruments, voices and ensembles
Application Deadline
AUGUST 31, 2025
Late application submission:
September 4, 2025
Non-refundable application fee:
Solo $150
Ensemble $100/each member
Late application fee $40
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When applying for more than one category or instrument, each requires a separate application form and fee
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It is your responsibility to check the deadlines for application forms and YouTube link/Video file submissions
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Applications or submissions will not be accepted after the late deadline
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The age is determined by August 31, 2025
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All fees are non-refundable
ELIGIBILITY
Ages 7 - 24
Group 1: Age 7-10
Group 2: Age 11-13
Group 3: Age 14-17
Group 4: Age 18-24
For ALL Instruments, Vocalists & Ensembles*
* Ensemble members: no more than 12 people per group
AUDITION
Audition Results will be announced through our website on September 10, 2025
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All judging is done through video submission
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Multiple winners will be chosen from the age groups
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Judges' comments will not be provided
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Judges’ decisions are final
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No time limit
REPERTOIRE REQUIREMENTS
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Applicants may choose ONE piece from the standard repertoire (baroque, classical, romantic or contemporary) for the audition.
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Vocalists may choose ONE song from the following repertoire categories:
Opera aria
Classical repertoire
Folk/Traditional
Broadway/Musical Theatre/Jazz
Pop repertoire is NOT acceptable
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All auditions must be performed from memory with the exception of contemporary pieces (post 1960 - present), chamber music and sonata pieces (except piano sonata).
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Participants are strongly recommended to record a video with an accompanist
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A hire list of local accompanists will be provided via e-mail once requested
AWARDS & WINNERS' CERTIFICATES
Cash Awards up to $3,000
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No Winners Recital
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All winners will receive a Certificate by E-mail in PDF format (free of charge).
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Winners may purchase a Competition Winner’s Package with a non-refundable $90 fee. (For non US address: additional $40 shipping & handling will be charged) The Package includes Winner’s Certificate (printed) & Medal and Teacher’s Diploma which will be shipped. For Ensemble applicants: Additional charge of $20 per each member will apply.
Up to top two winners of Group 1 $200
Up to top two winners of Group 2 $300
Up to top two winners of Group 3 $400
Up to top two winners of Group 4 $600
CONTACT.
Tel: 551-800-1712