Schmidbauer Young Artist Competition

The Schmidbauer Young Artist Competition at Stephen F. Austin State University is slated for Feb. 1 in Cole Concert Hall and is open to high school violinists, violists, cellists and double bassists ages 15 to 18.

The semi-finals begin at 1 p.m., followed by the final round at 7:30 p.m.

The Schmidbauer Competition offers a unique performance opportunity for young musicians with prizes that include cash awards, scholarship incentives and performance opportunities with orchestras.

Admission to the final round concert is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors and $3 for students. Tickets may be purchased ahead by calling (936) 468-6407 or by visiting the SFA Fine Arts Box Office between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Tickets will also be available at the door. More information is available at www.schmidbauercompetition.org.