2026 Mary Alice Tonkinson Concerto Competition

The Longmont Symphony Orchestra is excited to announce the 2026 Mary Alice Tonkinson Concerto Competition, which will take place at the Boulder Piano Gallery (3111 Walnut Street, Boulder, CO) on November 21st, 2026 at 10 AM. This competition is open to musicians in grades 9-12 from the Front Range and Northern Colorado. The winner of this competition will win $2,500 and have a chance to perform with the LSO during the Family Concert on January 16th, 2027. Additionally, there are prizes for 2nd and 3rd place. To apply, please send the answered questions below to [email protected]: Full name Instrument Which high school are you attending? What piece will you be playing? We request one movement of a standard Concerto. Will you have an accompanist? Once you send this email, we will confirm your attendance and look forward to hearing your performance!