Honors Competition is for highly motivated students and highlights the repertoire from Baroque, Classical, Romantic/Impressionistic and Contemporary periods. It is open to piano, string, wind, brass, and voice students from age 9 up to age 26. Winners from each district will compete in the State Finals on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at San Diego State University School of Music and Dance.
Application Fee: $75
District Fee: $25
Note: District 1 Honors Competition will run on Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 10 AM - 3PM. Some categories will have the Honors Competition on Saturday, February 14, 2026, 10 AM-2 PM, together with Contemporary Competition. Contact the District Chair, James Gary, for more information.
