VSA International Young Soloists Awards

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be instrumentalists or vocalists between the ages of 14 and 25 years of age and have physical or mental disabilities that limit one or more of their major life activities. Applicants need to include audio or videocassette recordings of three musical selections along with a one-page biography explaining why they feel they should be selected for the award. Awards are based on technique, tone, intonation, rhythm and interpretation from the taped performances.

How to Apply

Apply directly through The John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts's official application . Review the eligibility requirements above first, and give yourself time before the February 8, 2027 deadline.

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