2026 Competition Announcement

Congratulations to the Winners of the 2026 Chandler Starr Miller Scholarship Competition!

1st Place: Aleyna Yaylaci – Piano
2nd Place: Claire Hinkemeyer – Cello
3rd Place: Marlie Colness – Violin

Honorable Mention:
Peyton Johnson – Voice
Robert Lightfoot – Piano

Preliminary Awards:
First: Sean Fericano-Piano, Winnie Roccaforte-Violin
Second: Giovanni Baggio-Piano, Trent Fountain-Piano, Maya Hart-Cello, Augustine Koenig-Voice
Third: Sophie Januszczyk-Voice, Nicole Kukla-Voice, Georgia Speer-Flute
Participation: Maria Aranda Delgado-Piano, Polina Chorn-Piano, Eva Hart-Piano, Isabelle Olson-Cello Hannah Sui-Piano

The Chandler Starr Miller Scholarship Competition has a long history of promoting musically talented student soloists from northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Celebrating its 64th year, this competition is dedicated to nurturing the love of music and the joy of active participation, offering a platform for young musicians to showcase their skills on acoustic instruments and voice. It’s a wonderful opportunity for aspiring musicians to gain recognition as they continue to develop their musical pursuits.

First Place Award $1,000
Second Place Award $750
Third Place Award $500
Honorable Mention Award $300

OFFICIAL RULES  HERE

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