“Last year’s concert was an outstanding evening of singing. Could this year’s winners maintain the high level? The answer was an emphatic YES.” Oberon’s Glade

We are now accepting applications for the 2026 Art Song Competition. Follow the button for rules and our online application

The Gerda Lissner Foundation, in association with The Liederkranz Foundation, will present its annual Winners Concert on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:30 PM at Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall.

Since 2009, The Gerda Lissner Foundation has presented singers at Carnegie Hall and awarded $2.6 million to 757 artists.

“Teaching at Bard has given me an even greater appreciation for the work your foundation does.” — Stephanie Blythe, MEZZO -SOPRANO