Application Requirements 1. Please register by January 1, 2026 at new.mtfest.com 2. Pay fee online through new.mtfest.com.  Click on Billing, then click on the $ next to the event.  Pay with Visa or Mastercard.  After payment is made, you may print a copy of the invoice for your records.  You do not need to mail anything to the Chair.  No late applications will be accepted.  All fees are non-refundable. 3. Non-NVMTA members have to pay the $50 fee (per student per event) plus registration fee. Non-member fees can be paid HERE. Competition Location The competition will take place at Music Spectrum School for the Arts, 465 Herndon Parkway, Herndon VA 20170. https://musicspectrumschool.com/ Levels and Time Limits The competition has two divisions:  Upper Strings (Violin) and Lower Strings (Viola, Violoncello, String Bass, Guitar and Harp).  Each division has the following levels and playing time restrictions: Students and teachers may determine their own cuts. Repertoire Requirements One movement from a concerto or other major work for solo instrument with orchestral accompaniment. Performance from memory is required. Here is a list of repertoire used in 2014 which you may download  as a spreadsheet for your reference:  Repertoire for Concerto Competition for Strings 2014 Eligibility Open to students of violin, viola, violoncello, string bass, guitar or harp.  This event will be an in-person competition at Spectrum School for the Arts. Previous first place winners may not compete again in the same grade category, but are eligible (with the chairman’s approval) for the next level. Awards Each performer will receive a certificate for participation. Teacher Guidelines All parent or student questions about an event should be handled by the teacher.  Teachers should never give parents or students […]