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A competition for American singers with special interest in J. S. Bach,
sponsored by the American
Bach Society and the Bach Choir of Bethlehem
On May 6, 2012, ten finalists will appear before a panel of distinguished judges and a live audience in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Each finalist will sing two arias by Bach, chosen in advance by the singer.
The First Prize winner will receive a career development grant of $3,000 and a performing opportunity as vocal soloist with The Bach Choir of Bethlehem and Greg Funfgeld, Artistic Director & Conductor, in a future season.
In addition to the first prize, up to three additional cash awards of $500 may be awarded to other finalists, at the judges' discretion.
The competition is open to US citizens born after May 6, 1982.
The application deadline is FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 2012. All applications must be received by the Competition Administrator on or before this date. From these preliminary applications, ten finalists will be chosen to sing on May 16.
Click here to view complete information for applicants
All music lovers can be part of this
exciting event!
The general public is
cordially invited to attend the finals
on May 6, 2012, from 12:30 to 3:00pm,
in Peter Hall on the campus of Moravian College
in downtown Bethlehem. Click here for a campus map.
(Open seating, no admission charge, no ticket needed.)
Bach Choir of Bethlehem Website :: American Bach Society Website
View the Bach Information Pages on the website of
David Gordon, Competition Administrator
Contact David Gordon: dgordon@spiritsound.com