The Cathedral Bluffs Symphony Orchestra Clifford Poole Vocal Competition 2019 is being held this year with a submission deadline of October 31, 2019. Open to competitors between the ages of 18 and 35 years old, finalists will be selected based upon the submission of a CD recording or high quality electronic version, along with the application and entry fee. Finalists will then compete before a panel of judges in concert with the orchestra on December 14, 2019.
First prize in the competition is $500CAD (2nd prize is $250CAD; 3rd prize is $150CAD). The winner of the Competition will also have an opportunity to perform with the CBSO in their upcoming 2020/21 season.