THE GUIDE TO TOP COMPETITIONS
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MICHAEL LUDWIG NEMMERS PRIZE IN MUSIC COMPOSITION AT NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY |
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ABOUT THIS COMPETITION
In fall 2004 the Henry and Leigh Bienen School of Music established the Michael Ludwig Nemmers Prize in Music Composition, a biennial award honoring classical music composers of outstanding achievement. Nominations are solicited worldwide. The winner is determined by a three-member panel.
MAIN OFFICE
711 Elgin Road
Evanston, IL 60208
nemmersmusic@northwestern.edu
WEBSITE
http://www.music.northwestern.edu/about/prizes/nemmers-prize/
ELIGIBILITY
Nominations preferably should come from recognized experts in the music profession who can describe the nominee's accomplishments and qualifications in no more than a two-page letter. Self-nominations will not be accepted. Former or present members of the Northwestern University faculty or employees of the Chicago Symphony are not eligible.
ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S)
Music Composition |
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DETAILS |
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| Travel Covered? | Yes |
| Frequency | Biennial |
| Cash prizes | More than $50,000 |
| Additional prizes | Performances |
| Jury chair(s) | Not provided |
| Jury size | 1 to 5 |
| Application deadline | February 1, 2016 |
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FINALS (live rounds)
Nominations for the 2016 Michael Ludwig Nemmers Prize in Music Composition will be accepted starting October 1, 2015. The winner will be announced in early spring 2016. |
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MTNA NATIONAL STUDENT COMPETITIONS |
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ABOUT THIS COMPETITION
Music Teachers National Association is a nonprofit organization of nearly 22,000 independent and collegiate music teachers committed to furthering the art of music through teaching, performance, composition and scholarly research. Founded in 1876, MTNA is the oldest professional music teachers' association in the United States.
MAIN OFFICE
1 West 4th Street, Suite 1500
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
lindastump@mtna.org
WEBSITE
http://www.mtna.org
ELIGIBILITY
All entrants must be a U.S. citizen or must hold a U.S. visa or permanent residence (green card), which is valid throughout the competition year. All entrants must study with a teacher who is (1) a member of MTNA or (2) has paid the Nonmember Teacher Fee of $150.
Elementary Division (ages 5 to10); Junior Division (ages 11 to14); Senior Division (ages 15 to18); Young Artists Division (ages 19 to 26); All ages as of January 1, 2016
ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S)
Piano • Strings • Voice • • Composition • Brass • Woodwinds • Chamber Music |
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DETAILS |
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| Travel Covered? | No |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Cash prizes | None |
| Jury chair(s) | Not provided |
| Jury size | 1 to 5 |
| Application deadline | September 16, 2015 |
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SEMIFINALS (live rounds)
The MTNA Student Competitions consist of three levels: State Competition, Division Competition and National Finals. |
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FINALS (live rounds)
April 2-6, 2016 |
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SOCIAL LINKS
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NATIONAL CHOPIN PIANO COMPETITION OF THE USA |
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ABOUT THIS COMPETITION
The National Chopin Piano Competition (NCPC) is open to U.S. pianists exclusively. It is held every five years (since 1975), always in Miami, Florida. NCPC follows closely requirements and rules of the International Chopin Competition in Warsaw, Poland. Its top winners are accepted to the Warsaw Competition automatically.
MAIN OFFICE
1440 79th Street Causeway, Suite 117
Miami, FL 33141
info@chopin.org
WEBSITE
http://www.chopin.org
ELIGIBILITY
Open to U.S. pianists; Chopin repertoire only; eligibility determined by the requirements of the International Chopin Competition in Warsaw.
ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S)
Piano |
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DETAILS |
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| Travel Covered? | No |
| Frequency | Quadrennial |
| Cash prizes | More than $50,000 |
| Additional prizes | Performances |
| Jury chair(s) | TBA |
| Jury size | 6 to 10 |
| Application deadline | November 1, 2019 |
| Application notes | This deadline will be confirmed in 2018. |
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SEMIFINALS (live rounds)
February 22-March 1, 2020 (tentative) |
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FINALS (live rounds)
February 29-March 1, 2020 |
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SOCIAL LINKS
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THE CARL NIELSEN INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER MUSIC COMPETITION |
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ABOUT THIS COMPETITION
In 2015 Denmark is celebrating the 150th anniversary of the great Danish composer Carl Nielsen. The Royal Danish Academy of Music, The Royal Library, and Danish Broadcasting Corporation (DR) have arranged this first competition to set focus on Nielsen's chamber music works. First prizes of €15,000.
MAIN OFFICE
Carl Nielsen International Chamber Music Competition
c/o The Royal Library
Cultural Activities
P.O. Box 2149
DK 1016 Copenhagen K
Denmark
secr@carlnielseninternational.dk
WEBSITE
http://www.carlnielseninternational.dk
ELIGIBILITY
The combined ages of the string quartet must not exceed 120 years.
The combined ages of the wind quintet must not exceed 150 years.
The age of any individual ensemble member must not exceed 35 years.
ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S)
Strings • String Quartet, Wind Quintet |
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DETAILS |
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| Travel Covered? | No |
| Frequency | Biennial |
| Cash prizes | More than €50,000 |
| Additional prizes | Performances |
| Jury chair(s) | Michael Schønwandt, conductor, president of the jury |
| Jury size | 6 to 10 |
| Application deadline | May 1, 2015 |
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SEMIFINALS (live rounds)
Round I: October 12-14, 2015; Round II: October 15 and 16, 2015 |
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FINALS (live rounds)
October 17 and 18, 2015 |
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SOCIAL LINKS
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THE PARKENING YOUNG GUITARIST COMPETITION |
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ABOUT THIS COMPETITION
The Parkening Young Guitarist Competition helps to identify outstanding young guitarists and encourages them to continue their performance careers and study.
MAIN OFFICE
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263-4594
theparkening@pepperdine.edu
WEBSITE
http://arts.pepperdine.edu/parkening/youngguitarist/
ELIGIBILITY
17 years and younger.
ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S)
Classical Guitar |
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DETAILS |
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| Travel Covered? | No |
| Frequency | Triennial |
| Cash prizes | $10,000 to $50,000 |
| Jury chair(s) | Not provided |
| Jury size | 1 to 5 |
| Application deadline | February 6, 2015 |
| Application notes | http://arts.pepperdine.edu/parkening/youngguitarist/repertoire.htm || http://www.cvent.com/events/parkening-international-guitar-competition-2015/event-summary-b6976e5cb0274491ba8da0448d7d0eb3.aspx |
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SEMIFINALS (live rounds)
May 26, 2015 |
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FINALS (live rounds)
May 27, 2015 |
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SOCIAL LINKS
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QUEEN ELISABETH COMPETITION - BRUSSELS, BELGIUM |
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ABOUT THIS COMPETITION
The Queen Elisabeth Competition aims above all to assist talented young musicians in launching an international career, by offering them the opportunity to perform for radio and television and by developing contacts and networks that can lead to concerts all over the world.
MAIN OFFICE
Rue aux Laines 20
B-1000 Brussels
Belgium
info@qeimc.be
WEBSITE
http://www.qeimc.be
ELIGIBILITY
The Queen Elisabeth Competition rotates among piano, violin, and voice. It is open to musicians who have completed their training and who are ready to embark upon an international career.
ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S)
Piano • Strings •
Voice |
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DETAILS |
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| Travel Covered? | No |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Cash prizes | More than €50,000 |
| Additional prizes | Performances |
| Jury chair(s) | Not provided |
| Jury size | 11 or more |
| Application deadline | January 10, 2015 ** |
| Application notes | Deadline for the 2015 violin session: 10 January 2015. Deadline for the 2016 piano session: 10 January 2016 |
| Application notes | ** The application deadline for the upcoming competition has passed. Inquiries and interested future applicants should visit the competition website for information. |
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SEMIFINALS (live rounds)
Violin: May 2015, Piano: May 2016 |
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FINALS (live rounds)
Violin: May 2015, Piano: May 2016 |
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ROSALYN TURECK INTERNATIONAL BACH COMPETITION |
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ABOUT THIS COMPETITION
The competition welcomes young pianists from the world over who pursue the musical ideals espoused by the late Mme Rosalyn Tureck. It consists of eight categories divided by repertoire difficulty. A competitor may compete in up to three categories and is required to perform a contemporary work.
MAIN OFFICE
23 West 73rd Street
New York, New York 10023
TureckBach@aol.com
WEBSITE
http://www.tureckbachcompetition.com
ELIGIBILITY
Ages seven to 20, based on category.
ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) |
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DETAILS |
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| Travel Covered? | No |
| Frequency | Biennial |
| Cash prizes | None |
| Additional prizes | Performances |
| Jury chair(s) | Not provided |
| Jury size | 1 to 5 |
| Application deadline | July 1, 2015 |
| Application notes | Preliminary DVD deadline July 1, 2015 |
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SEMIFINALS (live rounds)
October 28-30, 2015 |
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FINALS (live rounds)
October 31, 2015 |
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SOCIAL LINKS
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SPHINX COMPETITION |
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ABOUT THIS COMPETITION
The Sphinx Competition offers young Black and Latino classical string players a chance to compete under the guidance of a renowned panel of judges. Its primary goals are to encourage, develop, and recognize classical music talent in the Black and Latino communities.
MAIN OFFICE
400 Renaissance Center
Suite 2550
Detroit, MI 48243
competition@sphinxmusic.org
WEBSITE
http://www.SphinxMusic.org
ELIGIBILITY
The competition is open to all junior high school, high school, and college-age Black and Latino string players residing in the U.S.
ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S)
Strings |
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| Travel Covered? | No | |
| Frequency | Annual | |
| Cash prizes | More than $50,000 | |
| Additional prizes | Performances | |
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| Jury chair(s) | Not provided | |
| Jury size | 6 to 10 | |
| Application deadline | November 10, 2015 | |
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FINALS (live rounds)
Dates TBD |
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THE WALTER W. NAUMBURG FOUNDATION |
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ABOUT THIS COMPETITION
The competition is open to cellists of every nationality. The Naumburg Foundation is not responsible for visas for musicians who reside abroad. First prize: $15,000; two fully subsidized recitals; a commissioned work; second prize: $10,000; third Prize: $5,000.
MAIN OFFICE
120 Claremont Avenue
New York, NY 10027
drkinz@gmail.com
WEBSITE
http://www.naumburg.org
ELIGIBILITY
Competitors may not be under the age of 17 or more than 31 years of age.
ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S)
Strings |
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DETAILS |
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| Travel Covered? | No |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Cash prizes | $10,000 to $50,000 |
| Additional prizes | Performances |
| Jury chair(s) | Not provided |
| Jury size | 11 or more |
| Application deadline | June 15, 2015 |
| Application notes | Application forms and a recording of no more than 30 minutes of excellent audible quality (CD, DVD,YouTube or Dropbox), 3 letters of recommendation, a repertoire listing, short bio and $100 application fee will be required. |
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SEMIFINALS (live rounds)
October 13-16, 2015 |
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FINALS (live rounds)
October 18, 2015 |
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WIGMORE HALL INTERNATIONAL STRING QUARTET COMPETITION |
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ABOUT THIS COMPETITION
The Wigmore Hall International String Quartet Competition is among the most prestigious quartet competitions in the world. Held under the auspices of Wigmore Hall, a leading venue for chamber music, it attracts the best young quartets and offers excellent career development opportunities to prize winners.
MAIN OFFICE
Wigmore Hall
36 Wigmore Street
London W1U 2BP
United Kingdom
quartetcompetition@'wigmore-hall.org.uk
WEBSITE
http://www.wigmore-hall.org.uk/competitions
ELIGIBILITY
All members of quartets wishing to apply must be under 35 at the date of the final of the competition for which they are applying.
ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S)
Strings |
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DETAILS |
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| Travel Covered? | No |
| Frequency | Triennial |
| Cash prizes | €10,000 to €50,000 |
| Additional prizes | Performances |
| Jury chair(s) | John Gilhooly OBE - Director, Wigmore Hall |
| Jury size | 6 to 10 |
| Application deadline | October 17, 2014 ** |
| Application notes | Deadline for 2015 Competition was Oct 17 2014; deadline will be similar for 2018 Competition |
| Application notes | ** The application deadline for the upcoming competition has passed. Inquiries and interested future applicants should visit the competition website for information. |
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SEMIFINALS (live rounds)
March 28, 2015 |
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FINALS (live rounds)
March 29, 2015 |
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