Klein Competition
The Irving M. Klein International String Competition is recognized as among the world's leading competitions for young string musicians 
The Klein is open to young musicians, ages fifteen to twenty-three not under professional management and takes place every June in San Francisco, California. The competition was founded in 1985 in memory of Irving M. Klein, an acclaimed cellist and educator. Eight-nine semifinalists selected in a triple-blind review process from 110-130 applicants perform a 25-minute recital on the first day. The jury panel advance up to four finalists who play 35-minute programs on the second day. The judges then award top prizes, which include substantial cash prizes and performance contracts. The performances are open to the public at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and live-streamed worldwide. Prize Winners
Past winners of the competition:

Trivia

In the book The Eggnog Chronicles, one fictional character is introduced as "the youngest violinist to win the Irving M. Klein String Competition." References

External links
 Official Site

Violin competitions
Music competitions in the United States