The City of Gaithersburg, in conjunction with the Kentlands Community Foundation has announced the 6th Annual Young Artist Award competition.

Musicians ages 12 to 18 are invited to compete in one of 4 categories; vocal, woodwind/brass, strings, and piano. Prizes will be awarded to top winners, as well as a concert presentation. The compeition will be underway on Saturday January 31, 2009, and the Awards Concert will be at the ARts Barn in Kentlands on March 7th.

But hurry up, young artists! The deadline for applications is Friday December 12th. Contact Suzanne Takahashi at 301-258-6394 or email her at stakahashi@gaithersburgmd.gov for more details.