November 1, 2008 is the deadline for receipt of entries in the Co-op Press competition for large ensembles (Band/Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, Choir, Brass Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble) for their artistic interpretation of the music of composer, Sy Brandon as exemplified in a digital recording of one of the selected competition pieces. A panel of judges will award prizes of $1000 and $500 to the first and second place winners respectively. A release of the recording on an Emeritus Recordings CD is included with the cash prizes. For more information visit
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