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	"title": "National Young Composers Challenge (part of UCF Celebrates the Arts 2026)",
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	"description": "\u003Cp\u003EThe top young composers in the country converge in Orlando to hear their winning compositions performed by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, under the baton of Maestro Christopher Wilkins. The National Young Composers Challenge Composium is part concert, part masterclass, and guaranteed to be thrilling from start to finish.\u003C/p\u003E\u000A\u003Cp\u003EDoors will be kept open during the event so that patrons can come to be inspired by their favorite young composer or stay for this entire amazing event. After the performance, everyone is invited to share refreshments and mingle with musicians, judges, the composers and their families, and of course Maestro Wilkins.\u003C/p\u003E\u000A\u003Cp\u003EFor detailed information about the NYCC, including a list of the winners, visit YoungComposersChallenge.org.\u003C/p\u003E\u000A\u003Cp\u003EPresented annually as part of UCF Celebrates the Arts, this event is a partnership with the National Young Composers Challenge, University of Central Florida, and the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra.\u003C/p\u003E\u000A\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThis event is FREE. Registration is required.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/em\u003E\u0026nbsp\u003B\u003C/p\u003E\u000A\u003Cp\u003EGenerously supported by the Goldman Charitable Foundation\u003Cem\u003E.\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u000A\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUCF Celebrates the Arts 2026\u0026nbsp\u003B\u0026nbsp\u003B\u003C/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp\u003B\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMarch 30\u002DApril 12, 2026 | arts.ucf.edu/celebrates\u003C/strong\u003E\u0026nbsp\u003B\u0026nbsp\u003B\u0026nbsp\u003B\u003C/p\u003E\u000A\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003E\u0026nbsp\u003B\u003C/em\u003E\u003Cem\u003EExperience the innovative spirit of UCF through creative presentations that push the boundaries of traditional art forms.\u0026nbsp\u003B\u003C/em\u003E\u0026nbsp\u003B\u0026nbsp\u003B\u0026nbsp\u003B\u0026nbsp\u003B\u0026nbsp\u003B\u003C/p\u003E\u000A\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp\u003BYear\u002Dround on the UCF campus, students are immersed in the technology, theory, design, performance, and practical application required for them to be the next generation of creative leaders. Every spring, they converge at Dr. Phillips Center for a two\u002Dweek cultural extravaganza, allowing our community to enjoy performances, exhibitions, presentations and interactive experiences. With a focus on accessibility, affordability, partnership, and diverse offerings, UCF Celebrates the Arts 2026, running March 30\u002DApril 12, is a unique opportunity to experience the creative side of UCF.\u0026nbsp\u003B\u003C/p\u003E",
	"location": "Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Steinmetz Hall: Steinmetz Hall",
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	"registration_link": "https://cah.ucf.edu/events/detail/nycc-2026/",
	"registration_info": "Coming soon",
	"starts": "Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400",
	"ends": "Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -0400",
	"ongoing": "False",
	"category": "Concert/Performance",
	"tags": ["UCF Celebrates the Arts","Music","ucf music"],
	"contact_name": "Dr. Phillips Center Box Office",
	"contact_phone": "407\u002D358\u002D6603",
	"contact_email": "boxoffice@drphillipscenter.org",
	"url": "https://events.ucf.edu/event/4012501/national-young-composers-challenge-part-of-ucf-celebrates-the-arts-2026/"
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