Competition

For over a century, the Pacific Musical Society & Foundation has nurtured the growth of gifted musicians by awarding merit-based scholarships to promising students in the Bay Area and surrounding regions. Each year we hold a competition for instrumentalists, pianists, vocalists, and composers in various age categories. For most categories, the competition requires that entrants demonstrate significant musical skill and versatility by performing a variety of selections in styles from baroque to modern. Winners receive scholarship awards to support their ongoing musical education and are featured in our Winners Showcase, while all contestants receive individualized feedback from a panel of distinguished judges, helping them further develop their musical talents.

Submissions for our 2027 Competition are now open! The submission deadline is January 25, 2027, at 11:59 PST. Click here for entry information.

Past Winners Showcases

In these showcases, you can learn more about our talented scholarship winners from previous years and see their astounding performances. You’re sure to be impressed by the talent and musicality on display by this group of young performers!

Past Winners