Three Finalists Announced by Rochester Oratorio Society for May 16 Emerging Artist Competition Finals Concert

Meet the finalists of the 2026 Emerging Artist Competition “Joseph Eduardo”
Q&A with Emerging Artist Competition “Joseph Eduardo” Judge, Jonathan Beyer

Q&A with Emerging Artist Competition “Joseph Eduardo” Judge, Jonathan Beyer Q. From your perspective as a past judge, a professional singer, Director of Chautauqua Opera Conservatory, and the 2010 First Prize Winner of the ROS’ Rochester International Vocal Competition, why is the Emerging Artist Competition “Joseph Eduardo” so important? A. What’s so important about this […]
Rochester Oratorio Society’s First Dedicated Emerging Artist Competition

Applications Open Through April 12, Drawing Hundreds of Singers Vying for a Top Prize in May 16 Concert ROCHESTER, NY — Young, emerging singers in the early phases of their careers are alwaysseeking opportunities to perform and grow artistically. Now—for the first time in its history—the Rochester Oratorio Society (ROS) presents a dedicatedEmerging Artist Competition […]
2026 Emerging Artist Competition “Joseph Eduardo” Applications Open

The Rochester Oratorio Society is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Emerging Artist Competition “Joseph Eduardo” Age Limit 35 How To Apply Deadline Received By Sun Apr 12, 2026 Materials Required resume or CVshort biography (150 words)portraitaudition recordings$35 feeat least 2 audio selections Application Form Location https://www.yaptracker.com/applications/rochester-oratorio-society-joseph-eduardo-2026 Audition Information Audition […]
2025 Rochester International Vocal Competition Winners Announced

Announcing the 2025 Rochester International Vocal Competition winners selected on May 17, 2025 in Rochester, NY.
World-Class Talent Takes the Stage in 2025 Rochester International Vocal Competition Finals

ROS will present Timbuctoo to Today, a program of modern American choral music featuring the choral suite from Glenn McClure’s Promised Land.
Meet the 2025 Rochester International Vocal Competition Joe Eduardo Emerging Artist Winner, Yaffa Ovsishcher

ROS will present Timbuctoo to Today, a program of modern American choral music featuring the choral suite from Glenn McClure’s Promised Land.
Rochester International Vocal Competition Brings Worldwide Vocal Excellence to Finger Lakes

On May 19th, a celebration, featuring talented musicians from around the world, will take place at the First Unitarian Church on South Winton Rd. in Rochester, and serves as the Oratorio Society’s largest fundraiser in support of its educational music programming throughout the region.
2022 Rochester International Vocal Competition Winners Announced

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – May 12, 2022 – The Rochester Oratorio Society has announced the 2022 Rochester International Vocal Competition winners. The 2022 Rochester International Vocal Competition winners are: first prize, Shannon Keegan, mezzo-soprano; second prize, Kyle van Schoonhoven, tenor; third prize, Nicholas Huff, tenor; honorable mention, Eric Delagrange, bass; encouragement award, Emma Grace Wade, soprano. […]
Rochester International Vocal Competition Judges Announced

The Rochester International Vocal Competition has announced that this year’s panel of judges will consist of Robert Mirshak, Susan Ashbaker, and Eric Townell. As a passionate advocate for music business, Mirshak founded Mirshak Artists Management, a New York City based classical artist management agency, with the mission to make a positive difference in artists careers […]