The 2026 American Accordionists’ Association (AAA) Annual Elsie M. Bennett Contemporary Accordion Composition Contest Information, Awards, Regulations and Entry Form is now released at: 2026Bennett.pdf

The AAA cordially invites all interested composers to participate in the 2026 Elsie M. Bennett Accordion Composition Competition. Contribute to the growth of contemporary concert works for accordion. Open to all composers whether they are accordionists or not. Entry payment can be made by credit card at the AAA Store.

Chairman of the Composers’ Commissioning Committee Dr Robert McMahan says that “Entries are welcome from all countries. Entry closing date is May 12, 2026. Winners will be notified by email on or about August 1, 2026.“

Further information is available at:
https://ameraccord.com/bennett.php
Regulations and Entry Form at: 2026Bennett.pdf