Elizabeth Loker International Concerto Competition

The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce the sixth annual Elizabeth Loker International Concerto Competition, open to musicians ages 12–25 from around the world. Three finalists will be selected to perform a complete concerto live with the full Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra on March 14, 2027, at the Todd Performing Arts Center in Wye Mills, Maryland.

Prizes: First Prize: $5,000 | Second Prize: $2,500 | Honorable Mention: $1,000

Application Deadline: December 1, 2026

Applicants must submit a completed application, $100 non-refundable registration fee, and a YouTube link to a video recording of a complete concerto with accompaniment by the deadline.