The Ninth Annual
Sidney Forrest Clarinet Competition
October 27, 2024 at 4:30 PM
in Leah Smith Hall
at The University of Maryland
The Sidney Forrest Clarinet Competition commemorates the significant influence of the renowned artist-teacher, Sidney Forrest (1918–2013). Mr. Forrest taught clarinet at The Peabody Institute for 40 years, Interlochen Center for the Arts for 45 summers, and Catholic University of America for 50 years, reaching hundreds of students internationally.
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About Sidney Forrest
Spanning over seven decades, Sidney Forrest's esteemed career as a clarinet virtuoso and educator earned him nationwide recognition as one of the most accomplished masters of the instrument.
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The Competition
Consisting of two divisions for high school and college aged-clarinetists, the Sidney Forrest Clarinet Competition is committed to upholding the highest standard of excellence in clarinet performance.