The Opera Buffs Inc., is thrilled to present a vocal competition specifically geared for young, classical vocalists, ages 16-22, who are residents of Los Angeles, Ventura, San Bernardino, Riverside and Orange County
$8,000 worth of competition prizes will be awarded!
Eligibility
Classical vocalists ages 16-22 who live in Los Angeles, Ventura, San Bernardino, Riverside and Orange Counties.
Repertoire Requirements:
Two pieces are required. The first piece must be an American song (Aria, Art song, Folk song or Spiritual all accepted). The second piece can be an Opera Aria, Art Song or Zarzuela piece in a different language than English.
*Please note, the video you submit for the online application does not need to be the repertoire you decide to use for the competition. The video recording does not need to be professionally done, a recording from your phone will suffice.
Competition Events
Competition Events
Application Deadline!
Wednesday, October 15th by midnight
Applications and pre-screening recordings must be submitted by midnight.
Audition Preliminaries
Our Auditions Coordinator, Mona Lands, will be in direct contact with you regarding scheduling for our in-person auditions. A pianist will be provided (at no cost), but you are also welcome to bring your own.
Competition Finals
Our finalists will perform for our judges and audience members for a chance to win cash prizes.
Sunday, October 25, 11AM-5 PM
The Choir Room at Occidental College
1600 Campus Rd
Los Angeles, CA 90041
Sunday, November 9th, 2-5 PM 2025
Murphy Recital Hall,
Loyola Marymount University
1955 Ignatian Cir,
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Important Information
Contestants may bring their own pianist OR use the Opera Buffs pianist at no cost. Brent McMunn is the official pianist of the competition. mcmunn11@gmail.com If you plan to bring your own accompanist, please note this in your application.
Adjudication will be based on technique, tone quality, intonation, interpretation, overall musicianship, presentation and potential.
THE DECISION OF THE JUDGES WILL BE FINAL.
Rights to any Competition performance, whether broadcast, televised, recorded or filmed, belong to the Competition. No fee is payable on account of these performances or any recordings, broadcasts, transmissions or film.