Friday, March 20, 2026 โข 4 PMโ9 PM
Caine School of the Arts – Utah State University
The Sonata Competition is a great opportunity for flutists to perform classical and jazz repertoire live at the 2026 UFA Convention. Participants from Utah and Idaho compete for cash prizes and receive expert feedback, with an optional sight-reading component for each age and experience level.
Registration: September 1, 2025 โ February 14, 2026, 11:59 PM MST
Artist Performer Submission Deadline – 1st Round: January 24th, 2026, 11:59PM MST
Register and Compete in this year’s Sonata Competition!
If you need a pianist, check out the list of available accompanists in the Logan area to help you shine on competition day.
2026 UFA Sonata Competition Repertoire
See the official repertoire list for the 2026 UFA Sonata Competition below.
Strawberry Sarabande – Chocolate Box – Paul Harris
Microjazz Flute Collection 1 – Christopher Norton – choose 2 of the options below:
– A Stroll
– Banana Tree
– Little Lamb
Competition Entry Fee
1 Piece- $15
2 Pieces – $20
Maple Nut Ragย – Chocolate Box – Paul Harris
“Break Time” & “Mango Juice”ย – Microjazz Flute Collection 1 – Christopher Norton
Competition Entry Fee
1 Piece – $20
2 Pieces – $25
Etude no. 1 – Unlock Jazz Vol. V – Sarpay รzรงaฤatay
Three Jazz Jingles – Kate Cuzner – all three
Competition Entry Fee
1 Piece – $20
2 Pieces – $25
Unlock Jazz Vol. IV – Sarpay รzรงaฤatay – choose one
Irlandaise – Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano Trio – Claude Bolling
Competition Entry Fee
1 Piece – $20
2 Pieces – $25
Siciliano (Reimagined) for flute and piano – J.S. Bach – arr. Ali Ryerson
Unlock Jazz Vol. IV – Sarpay รzรงaฤatay – choose one
Competition Entry Fee
1 Piece – $20
2 Pieces – $25
Jazz Dream for Solo Flute (C Flute or Alto or Bass) – Ali Ryerson
Javanaise – Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano Trio – Claude Bolling
Excerpts
Beethoven: Symphony No. 4 in Bb Major, Mvt II, bars 64-72
Debussy: Prรฉlude ร l’aprรจs-midi d’un faun, Bar 1 to [3]
Verdi: Act 1, No. 2, Violetta’s Party, Bar 1 to [2] (Allegro brillantissimo e molto vivace)
Competition Entry Fee
1 Piece – $20
2 Pieces – $25
Etude no. 4ย – Tango Etudes for flute solo – Astor Piazzolla
Mvt. 1, September Shuffleย – Sonata for Flute and Piano – Joseph Makholm
Competition Entry Fee
1 Piece – $25
2 Pieces – $30
Intermediate:ย Unlock Jazz Vol. IVย – Sarpay รzรงaฤatay – choose oneย
Advanced:ย Veloceย – Suite for flute and jazz piano trio – Claude Bolling
Competition Entry Fee
1 Piece – $25
This competition showcases exceptional professional flutists fromย Utah and Idaho
Win a $500 Cash Prize!
This exciting competition features a preliminary recorded round followed by a live final round at theย UFA Convention on March 21, 2026, where finalists will perform and the winner will be announced. Come support outstanding artistry, celebrate our regional flute community, and enjoy inspiring performances at this yearโs Sonata Competition!
1st Round: Performers will register and submit an unedited audio (only) recording of the required piece by January 24, 2026. Finalists will be selected and notified by mid-February 2026.
Repertoire:1st (Recorded) Round:Charanga for solo fluteย – Michael Colquhoun
2nd Round: Finalists will compete during the UFA Convention on March 21, 2026, performing both indicated pieces. The winner will be announced at the end of the competition.
2nd (Live) Round:ย Charanga for solo fluteย – Michael Colquhounย Jazz Concertino for flute and pianoย – Peter Senchukย
Competition Entry Fee
1 piece – $25
2 pieces – $30
This year, we are also welcoming flute professionals in Idaho! Qualifying competitors include:
– Flutists who have completed at least one music degree (major or minor) who resides in the State of Utah or Idaho
– Flutists who have competed at least one music degree (major or minor) at a Utah or Idaho college/university
Orchestral Mock Audition – click the link to register
Sight-reading is an optional event that comes with each level, and the sight-reading winner of each level will receive an additional certificate. There will not be an additional cash prize for this component, but it will be a great opportunity to sight-read under pressure and receive feedback. To opt in, simply select “Yes” under the sighting-reading question when you register. Good luck!
2026 UFA Sonata Competition
Cash Prizes
| Category | 1st Place | 2nd Place | 3rd Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-3 | $25 | $15 | $10 |
| 4-6 | $50 | $30 | $15 |
| 7-9 | $75 | $50 | $25 |
| 10-12 | $100 | $75 | $50 |
| Adult Amateur | $75 | $50 | $25 |
| College Undergraduate | $150 | $100 | $75 |
| Artist Performer | $500 | – | – |
UFA Sonata Competition Sponsors
We are incredibly grateful for the generous sponsors of the 2026 Utah Flute Convention, whose support makes this inspiring day of music, education, and community possible.
