2026-27 Richard R. Deas Young Artist Competition

The Wilmington Symphony Orchestra hosts the 51st annual Richard R. Deas Young Artist Competition!

Divisions:

• Junior Division (grades 4-8)
• High School Division (grades 9-12)
• Thursday Morning Music Club (TMMC) Division (grades 9-12)
• UNCW Division

Application Fee

The application Fee for the Junior, High School and UNCW Divisions is $15. TMMC Division is free.

Competition Rules and Guidelines