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. The application fee is free for each taped composition submitted. 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. Composition must not exceed twenty-five minutes in length. CRS members are equally eligible. All applicants under age 19 must submit signatures of legal consent from parent or guardian. Please visit the award's website for more information.