How To Qualify
BEFORE FESTIVAL
When selecting Festival repertoire, teachers should review the Junior Procedures Manual (JPM) to ensure their selections meet Jr. Convention requirements.
FESTIVAL
Students must earn a Superior rating in the events they wish to enter at the Junior Convention.
AFTER FESTIVAL
Teachers submit payment and applications by March 10.
Don't forget to review the JPM for memorization and other requirements.
YOU'RE READY!
Compete at Junior Convention!
Awards are presented at the nightly ceremonies.
Committee Information
Emi Stefanov, Junior Convention Chair
Claudia Brill, Suzanne Carpenter, Cheryl Poe, Jennifer Guzman, Julia Seltzer, Lisa Smith, Ivanka Stefanov, Esther Umansky-Roth, Convention Committee
Questions? Click here (teachers only) to contact the committee.
Important Information
Find important Junior Convention details below, including eligibility requirements, dates, application deadlines, awards, and additional resources.
The Junior Convention has additional event rules and requirements that are listed in the Junior Procedures Manual.
SUBMIT
PHOTOS
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ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS
Students must earn a Superior rating at their local Festival to qualify.
DATES +
LOCATION
May 7 - May 8, 2027
University of South Florida
3755 USF Holly Drive
Tampa, FL 33620
APPLICATION + PAYMENT DEADLINE
March 10
Application & Payment Forms coming in February (for teacher use only)
