The William Schatzkamer Young Artist Competition
Willie Schatzkamer
Maestro Schatzkamer, the conductor for the first 35 years of this orchestra, had a vision. He wanted to establish the premier place where musicians came to play during the off season of the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra. He envisioned a place where young talent would find an open reception to their budding skills where they would be inspired to reach for excellence in their craft.
Annual Events
Each year we invite young artists to compete for the opportunity to perform with us. A panel of our orchestra members selects a winner. The winner receives a $500.00 scholarship graciously given by the Kirkwood Optimists Club.
2022 Young Artist Competition
This year we will hold a two-level event:
Level 1 – Application & Submission
Applications must be completed,
fees paid, and submissions uploaded to our
drop-box by Feb. 20, 2022.
Level 2 – In-person play-off event
Sunday, March 20, 2022, at
Steinway Piano Gallery, 12033 Dorsett Rd,
Maryland Heights, MO 63043, time to be determined.
All contestants will be notified of the competition
outcome by e-mail within by March 1, 2022.
Please refer to YAC Application form for all the details.
Questions about the YAC? Email us at: YAC@ucso.org
2022 Young Artist Winners will perform with the University City Symphony Orchestra on Sunday May 15, 2022
Young Artist Competition Application
Please submit your application by February 20, 2022.
Applicants can submit the $40.00 application fee for the competition, to our address at:
University City Symphony Orchestra
7210 Olive Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63132
or through paypal