Cool Virtual Contests for Creative Kids

If your kid is constantly humming and drumming, one of these music contests might be just the right note.

The National Young Composers Challenge allows kids the opportunity to see their own compositions performed by professional orchestras. How cool is that?

Classical musicians ought to check out the competitions put on by the National Youth Arts Foundation. While the 2020 deadline has passed, electronic musicians should look ahead to the contest put on by the National Association for Music Education.

For serious vocalists, American Protégé offers contests, where winners of various ages get to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall in New York City. The National Association of Teachers of Singing offers student contests in singing and composition. Ready for a record deal? Teens can enter the contest put on by Unsigned Only.

For international opportunities, check out Musical America’s list, which features global contests from Beijing to Dublin.