The competition is open to all composers, regardless of age or nationality. This year there are three categories: Category A (Works for Chamber Ensemble), Category B (Works for Orchestra), and Category C (Works for Chorus). The composer of the winning work in each category will receive $1000 and a performance at the RED NOTE New Music Festival in Illinois in March 2025.
Details are available at web pages:
https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/events-activities/red-note/competition/