Competition: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Winner’s Recital: 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Musicians compete in all disciplines for a chance to win cash prizes. The competition features a panel of distinguished judges who will provide feedback and mentorship to the contestants throughout the competition, before announcing the winners. The application opened this past spring to undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in a music degree program (up to age 26) at a college/university located in 11 Southeastern states: NC, SC, GA, FL, AL, MS, LA, TN, KY, WV and VA.
First Place: $2,500 + afternoon recital
Second Place: $2,000
Third Place: $1,500
Honorable Mention: $1,000
Audience Choice: $500
Named in honor of Mrs. Muriel Rosen and two of Mrs. Rosen’s family members, Nancy and Neil Schaffel, the Rosen-Schaffel Competition continues to uphold a legacy of excellence and artistic growth. This event is a cornerstone of Appalachian State University’s commitment to fostering the arts and providing exceptional opportunities for young musicians to achieve their dreams.