Frequently asked questions

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May 1, 2022 is the deadline to register for the 2022 conference. 

To exhibit or advertise at the upcoming conference, contracts can be submitted online by clicking HERE

The final deadline to apply to compete is April 1, 2021. 

Competition spots are extremely limited and will be awarded on a first-come-first-serve basis so there is no guarantee that you will be able to compete. When registering, you will be able to see if there are any spots available. 

Due to the financial implications of Covid-19, IWBC has decided to not increase conference registration costs so they will remain the same as 2019:

Adult: $275
Student: $225
Competitor: $150
Presenter/Performer: $150
One Day: $100
Volunteer: Either half or full comped registration depending on amount of hours

Solo Competition Fee: $50
Accompanist Fee: $50 (includes a rehearsal and both rounds of performance if necessary)
Ensemble Competition Fee: $15 per person 
Mock Orchestra Audition Fee: $15
Mock Band Audition Fee: $15

All presenters and performers may elect to use conference pianists at a rate of $50 for the performance and rehearsal. This includes the group recitals (Barbara York Tribute, New Works, and Professors)

Presenters will be assigned a 30 minute time slot to present and/or perform at the conference. 

Only those registered to compete at the conference in the Susan Slaughter Solo Competition, Ginger Turner Ensemble Competition, Mock Orchestra, and Mock Military Band Competitions are eligible to participate in masterclasses. During registration, all competitors can  enter the lottery to have the chance to play if they would like.

The deadline to apply to present at the 2022 conference is December 1, 2021 Applications to present can be submitted HERE.

The deadline to apply to volunteer is March 1, 2022. If you are chosen as a volunteer, you will receive a coupon code for your registration shortly after the deadline. Please refrain from registering until you receive your coupon code if you would like the discount on registration.