INFORMATION FOR MUSIC TEACHERS
About the Series
The Honors Performance Series was established to feature talented student musicians in a once-in-a-lifetime performance on stage at world renowned venues. This opportunity is made possible by support and nominations from music educators across the world.
The Nomination and Selection Process
Selection for the Honors Performance Series requires a nomination/recommendation from a music professional. College professors, school teachers, private instructors, and other music professionals are eligible to nominate.
- Music directors from across the world recognize and nominate their most talented performers.
- Nominees receive an invitation with a nomination certificate and program and application details. Each nominee receives a unique Invitation Number that will link his/her application to your nomination.
- Applicants submit a completed application form, performer biography, and audition recording.
- Completed applications are reviewed by an expert board of music professionals.
- Selected musicians are assigned to ensembles based upon voicing/instrumentation requirements.
- All student applicants may apply for available partial scholarships at: https://honorsperformance.org/scholarships/
Key Program Details
The below information represents general information and timelines for all of our Honors Performance Series opportunities. Specific details will be available in the Performers section of this website when application information is made available.
Middle School Programs (US Grades 6-8 or International Equivalent)
Middle School 2025
Carnegie Hall
New York City, USA
- Age Level: US grades 6-8/international equivalent
- Program Dates: June 24-28, 2025
- Ensembles: Mixed Choir, Band, String Orchestra
- 2025 Invitations Sent: October 18, 2024
- 2025 Applications Due:
First Round - November 20, 2024
Final Review - February 5, 2025 - 2025 Selections Announced: End of February, 2025
Middle School 2026
Carnegie Hall
New York City, USA
- Age Level: US grades 6-8/international equivalent
- Program Dates: June 11-15, 2026
- Ensembles: Mixed Choir, Band, String Orchestra
- 2026 Invitations Sent: Fall 2025
- 2026 Applications Due:
First Round - Late Fall 2025
Final Review - Winter 2026 - 2026 Selections Announced: Winter 2026
High School Programs (US Grades 9-12 or International Equivalent)
High School 2025
Sydney Opera House
Sydney, Australia
- Age Level: US grades 9-12/international equivalent
- Program Dates: July 7-12th, 2025
- Ensembles: Mixed Choir, Band, Orchestra (format TBD)
- 2024/2025 Invitations Sent: April 4, 2024
- 2025 Rolling Auditions Due: By April 30, 2025
High School 2026
Carnegie Hall
New York City, USA
- Age Level: US grades 9-12/international equivalent
- Program Dates: February 5-9, 2026
- Ensembles: Mixed Choir, Band, String Orchestra, Full Orchestra (Final Ensembles TBD)
- 2026 Invitations Sent: March 21, 2025
- 2026 Applications Due:
First Round - May 22, 2025
February Final Review - September 10th, 2025 - 2026 Selections Announced:
- Once a month starting May 1st we will be reviewing auditions and letting students know if they are accepted or not. The earlier the student turns in their audition the earlier they will get their decision.
- They will learn which ensemble they are in at the end of September
High School 2026
London, England
- Age Level: US grades 9-12/international equivalent
- Program Dates: Summer, 2026
- Ensembles: Mixed Choir, Band, Orchestra (format TBD)
- 2024/2025 Invitations Sent: March 21, 2026
- 2026 Applications Due:
First Round - May 22, 2025
February Final Review - September 10th, 2025 - 2026 Selections Announced:
- Once a month starting May 1st we will be reviewing auditions and letting students know if they are accepted or not. The earlier the student turns in their audition the earlier they will get their decision.
- They will learn which ensemble they are in at the end of September
Other Ways to Get Involved: Travel, Experience the Series, and Earn Professional Development
We love working with music educators, and we are pleased to offer teachers a unique opportunity to see the Honors Performance Series in action:
Apply to be a Series Chaperone
Music educators are invited to become a part of the Middle or High School Honors Performance Series by applying to be a program Chaperone. This is an amazing opportunity to work with some of the best student musicians selected from an international pool of applicants, learn from world-class conductors, and experience locations such as New York City, London, Vienna and Sydney. Chaperones are selected through an application process, which includes a background check. Those selected serve an active role, ensuring the safety and well-being of approximately 15 student (Junior) Finalists throughout the program. Priority is given to Chaperones who have one or more students selected for the program for which they are applying, and selected Chaperones receive 25-30 Professional Development points upon successful completion of the program. Click here for more details!
For additional information, call us at +1 (800) 503-0807
1359 Broadway, Suite 1504, New York, NY 10018
honors@honorsperformance.org
Warren
Nominator
The Honors Performance Series is proudly presented and operated by WorldStrides.
