Welcome to the Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra! 

ANNOUNCEMENT:

Due to Ms. Angela Cheng's sudden onset of a severe illness early this morning, we unfortunately must cancel the concert for this Sunday, March 8 at 7 pm.     This is not a decision that we made lightly, considering how much all of us looked forward to Ms. Cheng as our featured artist!    It is with heavy hearts that we are canceling a concert for the first time in our 18-year history, which tells how serious the situation is.

The Bravura Philharmonic apologizes for the inconvenience the cancellation of this concert has caused to all of you.   We hope to see you at our June 7 Season Finale concert, which will continue as scheduled.   

All tickets purchased in advance will be refunded. 

2026 Young Artists Concerto Competition

The Bravura Philharmonic proudly announces the 2026 Young Artists Concerto Competition!

Eligibility

Our competition is open to Elementary, Middle and High School Students. There is no minimum age requirement. All instruments are welcome to audition, including voice, harp, percussion, and traditional folk instruments.

Auditions

There will be ONE round of auditions. Contestants have a choice of submitting a video OR they may audition in person. In person auditions will take place during the afternoon of March 22, 2026, at Rutgers University’s Schare Recital Hall in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Audiences are welcome to observe the competition performances. All contestants must audition with piano accompaniment and are responsible for providing their own accompanist. A list of recommended accompanists in the central New Jersey area is available upon request.

Repertoire

Contestants may audition with one movement from a concerto or other piece composed for their instrument and orchestra. No transcriptions or simplified arrangements are permitted. The orchestra score and parts must be readily available and currently in print.

Registration Fee

$110 USD, non-refundable.

Deadlines

All applications and videos are due by March 8, 2026.

Winners

Up to four winners will be selected to perform their concerto in concert with the Bravura Philharmonic on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the Princeton Alliance Church in Plainsboro, New Jersey.

For any questions, please contact competition director Ellen Deerberg via email: bravura.concerto@gmail.com.