The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” is proud to host the annual Solo Competition as a part of the Tuba-Euphonium Workshop, February 3-6, 2027. This year, we are pleased to spotlight the euphonium as our solo instrument.
General Rules & Requirements
- Both preliminary and final rounds will take place live at at Brucker Hall on Ft Myer, VA.
- Participants are responsible for all transportation and lodging expenses. For selected finalists, piano accompaniment will be provided.
- Preliminary round will take place on February 3, 2027.
- Final round for those selected will take place on February 6, 2027.
- The winning performer will be invited to give a recital at the 2028 U.S. Army Band Tuba-Euphonium Workshop.
- Participants must not be a full-time paid professional performer or university professor. People of all genders, races, and ethnicities are welcome to compete. There is no age limit.
Competition Dates:
Feb 3, 2027
- Feb 6, 2027
Submission Instructions
To apply, please email the following items to SSG Jenna Hoffman (jenna.r.hoffman.mil@army.mil):
- Phone number
- Email Address
- A short biography to be included in the TEW Program
Repertoire
Preliminary Round Repertoire
| Title | Composer | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| The Hispanic Euphonium | Eduardo Nogueroles | Potenza Music |
This round will take place live at Brucker Hall on February 3rd, 2027.
Final Round Repertoire
| Title | Composer | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| Fantasy for Euphonium | Philip Sparke |
The final round will take place live at Brucker Hall on February 6th, 2027.
