CRS is pleased to announce its National Competition for Composers. The award of first prize will consist of a commercially distributed new compact disc recording grant featuring one composition along with other distinguished composers and performing artists. Second and third prizes will be awarded Honorable Mention toward future recordings with CRS and Honorary Life Membership to the Society. There are no age restrictions. The work submitted must be non-published and not commercially recorded in the U.S.A. prior to acceptance of the recording. The work submitted must not exceed nine performers, unless accompanied by an appropriate ensemble represented by the composer. Each composer may submit one work for each application. Taped performances are encouraged. CRS members are equally eligible. All applicants under age 19 must submit signatures of legal consent from parent or guardian. Composition must not exceed twenty-five minutes in length. All applicants accepted by the CRS committee must send their acceptance letter and submit a final date of work(s) to be recorded upon the approval of CRS. Please visit the award's website for more information.