Now accepting applications for the Dwight Beckham Young Soloists Competition
Applicants will be auditioning for a solo opportunity during the 2026-27 Season
Application submission deadline: Friday, October 16, 2026
Audition date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
Concert date: Sunday, February 14, 2027
How to apply
To apply, download both PDFs below and read the eligibility requirements. Submit your applications by mail no later than October 29, 2025.
Please mail applications to:
NMKSO Young Soloists Competition
P.O. Box 245
North Newton, KS 67117
Congratulations to our 2025 Winners:
Ryan Antle
French Horn
Newton High School
Seth Balzer
Tuba
Bethel College
Congratulations to our 2024 Winners:
Gavin Hadley
Piano
Newton High School
Peter Buller
Oboe
Bethel College
Congratulations to our 2023 Winners:
Ava Waln
Saxophone
Josue Coy Dick
Violin
Bethel College
Congratulations to our 2022 Winners:
Sophie Thiessen
Violin
Andover High School
Eli Regier
Saxohpone
Bethel College
Congratulations to our 2021 Winners:
Takuto Kametsu
Violin
Hesston College
Caleb Garber
Cello
Newton High School
Congratulations to our 2020 Winners:
Josue Coy Dick
Violin
Newton High School
Chu Yu Wu
Piano
Kansas Wesleyan University