February 26, 2026 – 7:30 PM
The Ashton Auditorium, Orem, Utah
The 2026 Young Artists Concert celebrates the exceptional talent of the winners of the 2026 Concerto Competition as they take the stage with the Utah Valley Symphony. This inspiring program showcases rising musicians performing alongside a full orchestra in a vibrant evening of collaboration and artistry. Highlights include Saint-Saëns’ beloved Carnival of the Animals, along with selected movements from works by Poulenc, Mozart, Vivaldi, Burch, and other celebrated composers. Join us for a concert that honors the next generation of artists and the joy of live symphonic music.
Bring family and friends for an unforgettable evening of incredible young talent, and wonderful music.
Congratulations to all of the young musicians. The following are the Young Artist Concerto Competition winners for this year.
Come hear them play with the symphony at the Young Artists Concert on February 23 & 24, 2023 at the Covey Center for the Arts.
Alina and Whitney Baron – Violin Duet
Two Violin Concerto in D minor, 3rd mvt Allegro
by Johann Sebastian Bach
Cannon Ward – Cello
Allegro Appassionato
by Camille Saint-Saëns
Kathryn Rowley – Piano
Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor, Op. 37, 3rd mvt. Rondo - Allegro
by Ludwid van Beethoven
Evelyn Gee – Harp
Harp Concerto Op. 4 No. 6 in Bb major, 1st mvt. Andante allegro
by George F. Handel
Sabrina Allen – Piano
Piano Concerto No. 2, 1st mvt. Moderato
by Sergei Rachmaninoff
Derek Blodgett – Violin
Introduction et rondo capriccioso, Op.28
by Camille Saint-Saëns
Mission Statement
Utah Valley Symphony aims to be the premier orchestra in Utah Valley, allowing the best musicians in our
population to perform great music to the highest standard. The symphony is committed to serving the community by
In order to pursue these aims Utah Valley Symphony will be self-sustaining.