The 2009-2010 competition will be held on February 13, 2010 at the Center for the Arts at the University of New Mexico. Admission to the performances is free and open to the public. A reception, hosted by the Guild, follows the award ceremony.
The competition is open to New Mexico high school students in grades 9 - 12. Applications are available from music teachers throughout New Mexico and by clicking here. Deadline for applications is January 4, 2010.
The first place winner in each division receives a cash award of $500 and a performance opportunity with the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra. The second place winner in each division receives a cash award of $300, and the third place winner in each division receives a cash award of $200. Additional cash awards may be offered at the discretion of the JMAYCC committee.