“If you wanna compose, compose and let that be your inspiration. Don’t be concerned with everything else, not the money or the fame. If it’s something that you love to, then just do it.” –panel discussion, African American Artsong Alliance

There is still time! We encourage all African American composers, between the ages 18-35 to submit their work for this year’s 2018 competition. This year our panel of judges are: Mark Lomax, Bill Banfield, James Lee, Trevor Weston and Marquita Lister. For more information, and to apply, visit our website.