13th Biennial Bach Vocal Competition for American Singers – May 23 Deadline to Apply

The Bach Choir of Bethlehem, in collaboration with the American Bach Society, is pleased to announce the 13th Biennial Bach Vocal Competition for American Singers with a special interest in the music of Johann Sebastian Bach. The competition aims to provide opportunities for emerging artists in the performance of Bach’s music.

Preliminary applications consist of live and unedited video recordings of two Bach arias, to be uploaded via the online portal: https://app.getacceptd.com/bachvocalcompetition

Up to eight finalists will be selected from the preliminary applications.

Application Deadline: Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11:59 PM. All applications must be received by the Competition Administrator on or before this date. Applicants will be notified no later than Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Finalists will have the opportunity to showcase their artistry before a distinguished panel of judges and a live audience in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The First Prize winner, selected by the judges, will receive a $3,000 career development grant and the opportunity to perform as a soloist with the Bach Choir of Bethlehem under the direction of Artistic Director & Conductor Christopher Jackson in a future season. In addition, up to three additional cash awards of $500 each may be granted to other finalists at the discretion of the judges.​