The West Virginia University Community Music Programs 2007 Cathryn and Herman Godes Young Artist Competition will begin at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6, at the WVU Creative Arts Centers Bloch Learning and Performance Hall (room 200A).

The competition is open to outstanding high school seniors who audition to appear as soloists with the WVU Community Arts Orchestra on its spring concert, to be held April 29. The winner also will receive a cash award of $500.

Students may audition with one movement from the concerto repertoire. The approval of a piece and accessibility of orchestral parts must be confirmed by the conductor before eligibility is established. Applicants must be available to perform for the scheduled Community Arts Orchestra spring concert.

For more information, contact the Community Music Office at 304-293-4841, ext. 3168 or 3185.