The third annual Kern County Young Artists Concerto Competition will take place at Bakersfield College on Saturday, April 17. The competition is open to both instrumental and vocal musicians, from middle school to college levels. Each participant must also be a resident of Kern County.
The first place prize is $1,500 and the opportunity to perform the winning concerto with the Bakersfield College Chamber Orchestra in the spring. There will also be second and third prizes as well.
The competition begins at 9 a.m. at Bakersfield College in the Fine Arts Building, room 30. There is a $20 participation fee with an application deadline of April 14. For more information and applications call the Bakersfield College Music Department at 395-4546.