The Bach Festival Society of Winter Park’s National Oratorio Competition has been established to help singers develop their careers by giving young performers the opportunity to experience the joy of collaborative singing with an orchestra and chorus. The Competition is open to unmanaged American singers with an interest in oratorio repertoire.

During the week of February 9, 2026, eight amazing finalists will be invited to participate in coaching sessions, masterclasses, and rehearsals that will be open to the public as part of the 91st Annual Bach Festival in Winter Park, FL. The Competition final concert with full orchestra will take place on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Knowles Memorial Chapel on the campus of Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida.