Instrumentation: Compositions must require a minimum of four players up to a mid-size orchestra, with any instrument configuration.
Examples include string quartet, percussion ensemble or woodwind or brass quintet. Mid-size orchestra includes two flutes, two oboes, two clarinets, two bassoons, four French horns, two trumpets, three trombones, one tuba, a timpani, three percussionists, harp and strings.

Length: Minimum 2 minutes, maximum 6 minutes.

File Format: Entries must include a digital score in any standard format (e.g., PDF, Sibelius, Finale) and an accompanying MIDI or MP3 audio file.

Additional Materials: Each entry must include:

• An Essay (200–500 words): Describe the inspiration or concept behind the composition.
• Short Biography (up to 300 words): Include your school, instrument(s), music teachers, composition interests, and hobbies.

Performance Agreement: Participants agree to the possibility of their composition being performed and recorded by The Phoenix Symphony. All participants must certify that their submissions are original compositions. By entering, participants grant the Phoenix Symphony a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to perform, record, and use the composition for educational and promotional purposes. Participants will retain all other rights to their work. Entries must not infringe on any existing copyrights.

All submissions must be completed using this application. Final Submission must be a complete, performance-ready score. No drafts will be accepted. All participants must submit a guardian permission form.