2026 National Opera Association's Carolyn Bailey Argento Vocal Competition: Deadline October 1!

Apply now to the National Opera Association's Carolyn Bailey Argento Vocal Competition, the finals of which will be held in Boston on January 10, 2026.  All selected finalists will receive $400 travel stipends to attend the competition!

New repertoire requirement this year: an aria composed since 2000.

Over $15,000 in cash prizes will be awarded in two divisions: Scholarship (ages 18-24) and Artist (ages 25-40).

Application deadline is October 1.

Visit https://www.noa.org/vocal for complete details and to apply!