Forte International Music Competition is an annual event open to piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, and vocalists of all nationalities, ages 4-35. This year marks the 7th anniversary of the competition, which consists of several rounds that take place in December, culminating with the final round at Carnegie Hall. At the conclusion of the competition, participants receive feedback from judges consisting of faculty members at prestigious universities as well as internationally-acclaimed musicians, and are recognized with prizes and special awards.