MTNA National Finals Competitions Information
2026 National Rehearsals, Competitions and Winners Concerts: Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile (downtown Chicago, Illinois)
| Competitions | Rehearse | Compete | Concert |
| Junior | March 20 | March 21 | March 22 |
| Senior | March 21 | March 22 | March 23 |
| Young Artist | March 22 | March 23 | March 24 |
| Chamber Music | March 20 | March 21 | March 22 |
Performance Winners/Representatives
Congratulations! As the division winner/representative, there are several steps you need to take leading to the MTNA National Competitions Finals. Should you have questions, please contact the National Coordinator.
| Item 1: Competition Information | Download and familiarize yourself with the following information about the MTNA National Competitions Finals and the MTNA National Conference. Be sure to select the appropriate level. Junior Senior Young Artist Chamber Music |
| Item 2: Collaborative Pianist Form (for brass, string, voice and woodwind finalists) Deadline: January 17, 2026 |
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| Item 2: Attendance Form must be completed by all piano, piano duet and chamber music finalists Deadline: January 17, 2026 |
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| Item 3: Make Travel Plans |
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| Optional: | Brass, Voice, Chamber Music: Use this Press Release Template to notify your local news outlets of your accomplishment. Piano, Piano Duet, String, Woodwind: Use this Press Release Template to notify your local news outlets of your accomplishment. |
National Composition Finalists
Congratulations on being named a National Composition Finalist! You must complete Step 1 below. Should you have questions, please contact the appropriate National Coordinator.
| Item 1: Competition Information Form Deadline: January 13, 2026 | The Competition Information Form asks for bio information, photo and information about your local television, newspaper and other media outlets. MTNA uses this information to publicize the National Composition Competition winners. |
Performance Alternates
Congratulations on being named a division alternate. Right now you do not need to do anything. Should the winner be unable to compete at the National level, you will be notified and offered an opportunity to compete.