2026 Composers Competition

An open competition for local composers to write new orchestral music for CPO. Up to five finalists will have their compositons judged in open CPO rehearsals on November the 26th. Three winners will have their compositons performed in CPO’s 2027 program, one per concert listed below – and go on our list for potential future commissions.

Prize money:

First place $750

Second $500

Third $250

Key Dates:

21st September midnight – Submissions close.

16th November – Finalists notfied.

26th November - Judging via Open Rehearsal – entrants must be available to attend.