Concerto & Aria Competition

The UTSA School of Music Concerto & Aria Competition provides outstanding music students with the opportunity to perform as featured soloists with the university's premier large ensembles: the Symphony Orchestra and the Wind Symphony. The competition consists of a Preliminary Round held within each applied area and a public Final Round adjudicated by a panel of distinguished external judges. 

Interpretation of these rules and procedures is determined by the Ensemble Directors in consultation with the School of Music Area Coordinators. 

Application Deadline

• Monday, November 23, 2026, 4:30 p.m. 

Preliminary Round 

• Held during each area's jury examinations in the Final Exam Week (December 7–9, 2026). 

• Applicants should contact their Area Coordinator for the exact jury date, time, and location. 

Final Round 

• The Final Round will be held in the UTSA Recital Hall on Thursday, December 10, 2026, beginning at 4:00 p.m.