Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra to Hold Young Artist Competition Auditions 

This year the Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra (OSO) is again sponsoring a Young Artist Competition for high school students. The competition will be held Sunday afternoon, February 11, 2024 at First Presbyterian Church, 228 W. Fourth Street, Ottumwa, Iowa. OSO invites any high school-aged students (grades 9-12) who live in Iowa to audition. 

First Place winner will receive $300 and have the opportunity to perform with the Ottumwa Symphony Orchestra during the March 9th concert at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa. Second place cash prize is $200 and third place is $100.

Entries must be received by January 29, 2024. More information, along with the full rules and entry form are available on this page.