Regional Competitions for Young Organists (RCYO) encourage younger organists to gain musical excellence and performance experience. Open to organists born after July 1, 2003, the 2025 RCYO will include a recorded application round and two live final rounds held in conjunction with the 2025 AGO conventions in Phoenix and Fort Worth. In total, four Rising Stars will be named. Each Rising Star will be awarded $5000 and will be invited to perform at the 2026 AGO National Convention in St. Louis. Applications are open through February 15, 2025. Click here for 2025 Guidelines. Click here to apply.