2026 Competition
Senior Division - April 11, 2026
Junior Division - April 18, 2026
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Dear Advertiser or Sponsor,
Thank you for considering support for the Saint Paul String Quartet Competition (SPSQC)—an internationally recognized event celebrating the artistry and dedication of young chamber musicians. Your partnership helps us sustain this unique platform where the finest pre-college and pre-professional string quartets from across the U.S. and Canada come together to perform, learn, and inspire.
Each year, the SPSQC reaches an engaged audience of 2,500+ unique viewers and attendees, including musicians, educators, families, and arts supporters. Advertising in our official program book or becoming a sponsor connects your business or organization directly with a vibrant community that values excellence, education, and the arts.
By placing an advertisement in our program booklet, you’ll receive:
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Full-color exposure in our printed and digital program booklets distributed to all attendees and participants.
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Online visibility through a sponsor listing, digital copy of the program book, and a direct link on the official SPSQC website.
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Meaningful recognition as a supporter of youth artistry and chamber music education.
Your support plays a crucial role in sustaining the next generation of chamber musicians and ensuring that this remarkable event continues to flourish in the years ahead.
We invite you to review our Advertising Options and Rates below and join us in celebrating and supporting the rising stars of the string quartet world.
Item | Cost | Current Sponsor/s |
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Sundin Music Hall | $1,000 | |
Miro Quartet (Senior Finals) | $6,000 | Schubert Club |
Ying Quartet (Junior Finals) | $6,000 | |
Selection Jury (8 available) | $400 | |
Junior Gold Medalists | $1,600 | |
Junior Silver Medalists | $1,200 | |
Junior Bronze Medalists | $1,000 | Leger Family |
Junior Haydn Prize | $800 | House of Note |
Senior 1st Prize | $2,000 | Michael and Jeanne Antonello |
Senior 2nd Prize | $1,600 | |
BIPOC/Women Composer Prizes (2 available) | $800 | |
Audience Prizes (2 available) | $400 | Artaria String Quartet + (open) |
Program Back Cover (2 available) | $750 | Claire Givens Violins + ? |
Program Inside Back Cover (2 available) | $750 | John Waddle Violins + Minn. Public Radio |
Program Inside Front cover (2 available) | $750 | |
Full page Color Ad (4.75 wide 7.5 tall) | $500 | |
Half page Color Ad (4.75 wide 3.75 tall) | $350 | |
