Join us for the 11th Annual Sacred Music Florida Competition
- Competition Day is May 21, 2026
- Gaylord Palms Resort, Kissimmee
- Registration for the 2026 competition is now closed.
About Sacred Music Florida
We are now a preferred PEP Provider
Sacred Music Florida is now an official provider of PEP Scholarships. Our event is eligible for reimbursement for all types of PEP awards. Here is how you can use your PEP funds to enter:
Because our event is paid in advance, you will need to register on this website under the “registration “ tab and submit your Paypal receipt to “Step UP for Students” for reimbursement. I have configures my receipts to have all the information that PEP requires. If you have questions or difficulties, please contact me, Allison DeMarco. I am happy to help. Text/call 561-271-1006 or email SacredMusicFlorida@gmail.com.
NOTE: If you ARE using your PEP scholarship funds, you will need to fill out a separate registration form for each student that is entering. They require a receipt for each student’s name.
Competition Information
Are you eligible?
Who can compete?
- ALL students ages 5-19
- Public school students
- Homeschool students
- Private school students
Choose your category
- Piano Solo
- Vocal Solo
- Instrumental Solo
- Pipe Organ (video submission)
- Composition (online submission)
- Small ensemble (vocal, piano, instrumental)
- Large ensemble (choir, band, orchestra)
Choose your level
- Beginner - studied less than 1 year
- Advanced Beginner - studied 1-2 years
- Novice - studied 3-4 years
- Prizewinner - studied 5+ years
- Preliminary Master - Must be earned by previously placing 1st, 2nd or 3rd in the Prizewinner level.
- Master - Must be earned by previously placing 1st in the Preliminary Master level.
Choose your age group
- Under 8 years old
- 9-11
- 12-15
- 16-19.
Will you need an accompanist?
If your accompanist can not be with you on competition day, you may use one of our highly skilled pianist. This request can be indicated on the registration form.
- Our accompanist is Kathy Plympton. You may call/text her at 352-871-3574. You may also text a pdf of your music to her at this number. She charges a $30 fee which includes a rehearsal, your audition time and the awards ceremony performance if you win a Judge’s Choice award.
This is NOT just about competition day
Our goal is to inspire you and help you grow as you prepare for competition day. To this end, we will be providing helpful resources and advice on a regular basis. Please like our Facebook page (Sacred Music Florida Competition) and sign up for our emails below to stay updated on each post.
Our commitment to you is to provide the best information possible to help you become the finest musician you can be.