Presented By: School of Music, Theatre & Dance
International Division Competition
2025 George Shirley Competition

The George Shirley Vocal and Composer Competition focuses entirely on African American Vocal Repertoire and is open to competitors of all ethnicities. The competition offers singers and composers the opportunity to work with and receive feedback from world-renowned judges, including George Shirley. We award over $44,000 in scholarships across 5 divisions.
JUDGES:
Timothy Cheek (University of Michigan)
Christie Finn (Managing Director, Thomas Hampson's Hampsong Foundation)
Ray Wade (tenor)
Janet Williams (soprano)
JUDGES:
Timothy Cheek (University of Michigan)
Christie Finn (Managing Director, Thomas Hampson's Hampsong Foundation)
Ray Wade (tenor)
Janet Williams (soprano)