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By Jill Yesko, University Relations
Contact (336) 334-3890
Posted:10-11-07
GREENSBORO, N.C. – Artists from around the world will gather at the School of Music for the third edition of the Charles A. Lynam Vocal Competition.
The competition, which is sponsored by the UNCG Opera Theatre, will take place on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 20-21.
The event honors the teaching and performing career of Professor Charles Lynam, who received a UNCG Alumni Teaching Excellence Award and was named Teacher of the Year in the School of Music. Lynam retired from UNCG in 2006 after 41 years.
The contest has two divisions: Artist Division (ages 24-40) and Young Artist Division (ages 18-23). In the preliminary round, conducted by CD/tape recordings, judges narrowed applicants to 22 semifinalists. Six finalists in each division will compete in the Oct. 21 finals. The Artist Division offers $2,500 for first place, $1,500 for second place and $1,000 for third place. In the Young Artist Division, first- second- and third-place winners will receive $1,250, $1000 and $750, respectively.
Prizes awarded during the finals includean opportunity to perform during the 2008-09 season with the Greensboro Symphony.
Dmitry Sitkovetsky, music director and conductor of the Greensboro Symphony will be among the competition’s five judges.
Performance times in the School of Music Recital Hall will be: Saturday, semifinals starting at 11 a.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m., final round and 7:30 p.m. winner’s recital.
Admission is $10 adults for each round and winner’s recital or $25 weekend pass. Student prices are $12 weekend pass, $5 per round.
For tickets or further information contact the School of Music at (336) 334-4849 or visit www.uncg.edu/mus. All events are open to the public.
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