Instrumentalists up to age 24 are pre-screened by tape. The finalists compete in front of judges who make their decision while the audience takes an intermission for refreshments.

First prize:
Cash award of $3,000 and a possible solo appearance with the ECSO

Second prize:
Cash award of $1,500

Third prize:
Cash award of $750

THE 2011 COMPETITION WILL BE SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 2011.

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The Eastern Connecticut Symphony
is pleased to announce the winners of the
51st Annual 2010 Instrumental Competition:

First Place:
Anna Jihyun Park, age 23, attended Juilliard, currently studying with Hyo Kang.  She performed Elgar: Concerto for Violin

Second Place:
Andre J. Washington, age 21.  He attends the Eastman School of Music and studies with Bonita Boyd.  He performed Ibert:  Concerto for Flute and Orchestra

Third Place: 
Rolando Hernandez Gaitan, age 22, attends the University of Iowa and studies with Nicole Esposito.  He performed Ibert:  Concerto for Flute and Orchestra