Emerging Artists Competition

PANAMA CITY SYMPHONY

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Second Biennial

Emerging Artists Competition

June 12 & June 13, 2026

Co-Hosted by Gulf Coast State College Visual and Performing Arts and Panama City Symphony

Following the success of our inaugural Emerging Artists Competition in 2024 which featured unforgettable performances by College Division Grand Prize recipient Pianist Victor Shlyakhtenko and High School Division winner Violinist Didi Stone, Panama City Symphony is thrilled to co-host the Second Biennial Emerging Artists Competition at Gulf Coast State College.

This prestigious event celebrates outstanding young talent across National College and Regional High School divisions, offering finalists invaluable judges’ feedback, a comprehensive media package, and cash awards. The excitement culminates on June 13, 2026 at 7:00 pm with the free Encore Showcase Concert, where finalists will each perform right before the grand prize winners are crowned.

The lucky winners will receive major cash prizes, a solo recital, and the extraordinary opportunity to collaborate on a newly commissioned world premiere to be performed with the orchestra.

Application guidelines, division criteria, and video submission requirements for the  Third Biennial Competition in 2028 will be announced in the Fall of 2027.