South Carolina Music Teachers Association (SCMTA) — Composition Competition 2027
Offered by South Carolina Music Teachers Association (SCMTA)
Who can apply
Students aged 26 and younger studying with an SCMTA member teacher; entry fees $20–$35 by age division.
About this opportunity
Composition competition for students aged 26 and under who study with an SCMTA member teacher. Solo (one instrument) and ensemble (2–9 instruments) categories; a PDF score and MP3 are required and AI-generated or AI-assisted works are not allowed. Winners are invited to perform at the Honors Composition Recital.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the deadline for South Carolina Music Teachers Association (SCMTA) — Composition Competition 2027?
- The current deadline is April 1, 2027.
- Who offers South Carolina Music Teachers Association (SCMTA) — Composition Competition 2027?
- South Carolina Music Teachers Association (SCMTA) runs it, from South Carolina (students with SCMTA member teachers), USA.
- What funding or support does South Carolina Music Teachers Association (SCMTA) — Composition Competition 2027 offer?
- Performance at the Honors Composition Recital (no cash prize stated)
- Who can apply for South Carolina Music Teachers Association (SCMTA) — Composition Competition 2027?
- From the funder's description, it's aimed at bands. Students aged 26 and younger studying with an SCMTA member teacher; entry fees $20–$35 by age division.
- How do I apply for South Carolina Music Teachers Association (SCMTA) — Composition Competition 2027?
- You apply on the funder's own site. The link is on this page: with a free GrantGigs account for deadlines in the next 30 days, or with Pro for later ones. If applications are new to you, our guide on how to apply for music grants walks through the whole process. Read the guide →
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South Carolina Music Teachers Association (SCMTA) — Composition Competition 2027