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AGO/ECS Publishing Award in Choral Composition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The competition seeks outstanding compositions for SATB chorus and organ in which the organ plays a distinctive and significant role; requirements vary for each competition. There is a $2,000 cash prize, publication by ECS Publishing, and a world premiere performance at an AGO National Convention. MAIN OFFICE 475 Riverside Drive, Suite 1260 New York, NY 10115 UNITED STATES competitions@agohq.org WEBSITE https://www.agohq.org/agoecs-publishing-award-in-choral-composition ELIGIBILITY The competition is open to all composers except AGO/ECS past winners. Membership in the AGO is not required. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Voice • Organ • SATB Chorus

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	Less than $10,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	1 to 5
Application deadline	June 30, 2024
Application notes	Deadline is tentative and subject to change.

American Pianists Awards

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The American Prize National Nonprofit Competitions in the Performing Arts

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The American Prize provides evaluation, recognition, reward to America's finest performing artists, ensembles and conductors, composers, stage directors, based on recorded performances. Professional, college/university, community, high school. No age limits and no live competition. MAIN OFFICE 25 Hamilton Drive, Suite 100 The Opera Cottage Danbury, CT 06811 UNITED STATES theamericanprize@gmail.com WEBSITE https://www.theamericanprize.org ELIGIBILITY The competitions of The American Prize are open to all U.S. citizens, whether living in this country or abroad, and to others who live or have lived, worked or studied in the U.S., its protectorates and territories. There are no age limits. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Composition • Strings • Conducting (including Dale Warland Award in Choral Conducting) • Piano (including Lorin Hollander Award) • Classical Voice (Friedrich & Virginia Schorr Award) • Orchestras • Chorus • Bands • Opera • Musical Theater • Stage Direction (Charles Nelson Reilly Award) • Chamber Ensembles • Orchestral Programming (Vytautas Marijosius Award) • Performance of American Music (Ernst Bacon Award) PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policies/procedures for this competition

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	Less than $10,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	David (Volosin) Katz
Additional jurors	Judges include: Sharon Sweet, voice; Susanne Mentzer, voice; Jeffrey Biegel, piano; Lorin Hollander, piano; Judith Zaimont, composition
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	$65 individuals, $99 ensembles
Application deadline	September 26, 2023
Application notes	April 26, 2023: Preliminary deadline for composers, chamber musicians, instrumental soloists, classical vocalists, and pianists; May 24, 2023: Deadline for conductors, ensembles, stage directors, arts administrators, and American music performance. See website for further information.
FINALS (live rounds) The American Prize judges recorded performances only, submitted via online links or on disc. There is no live competition. The contests select semifinalists, finalists, runners-up and winners in separate announcements over the course of the contest year. The American Prize is administered by Hat City Music Theater, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

PAST COMPETITION WINNERS Roomful of Teeth, professional chorus Gemma New, conductor Lidiya Yankovskaya, conductor Kenneth Kiesler, conductor Philip Brunelle, conductor Justin Dello Joio, composer

ARD International Music Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION One of the most renowned and large-scale competitions of its kind takes place every year in four varying categories. The invitation to participate in this competition is extended to young musicians, who are ready to launch an international career. MAIN OFFICE Internationaler Musikwettbewerb der ARD c/o Bayerischer Rundfunk Rundfunkplatz 1, 80335 Munich GERMANY ARD.Musikwettbewerb@br.de WEBSITE https://www.br.de/ard-musikwettbewerb/index.html ELIGIBILITY The competition is open to musicians of all nations born between 1994 and 2006 in the categories harp, double bass and viola. Piano Trio: total age maximum 90; single members neither younger than 17 nor older than 35. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano • Strings • Voice • Harp • Double Bass • Viola • Piano Trio

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	€5,000 to €10,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Harp: Marie-Pierre Langlamet; Double Bass: Timothy Cobb; Piano Trio: Susan Tomes; Viola: Lars Anders Tomter
Additional jurors	Harp: Sarah Christ; Anneleen Lenaerts; Ion Ivan Roncea; Petra van der Heide; Jessica Zhou; Bryn Lewis Double Bass: Heinrich Braun; Michinori Bunya; Christine Hoock; Goran Kostic; Daniele Roccato; Sandrine Vautrin Piano Trio: Jitka Cechová Soo-Kyung Hong; Esther Hoppe; Raphael Pidoux; Annete von Hehn; Per Lundberg Viola: Steven Ansell; Tatjana Masurenko; Jutta Puchhammer-Sédillot; Naoko Shimizu; Edward Vanderspar; Wen Xiao Zheng
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€10 application fee; participation fee: €90 soloists, €140 piano trios
Application deadline	March 31, 2023
Application notes	Online application starting from mid-February 2023
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) 2023, Music Academy, Munich, Germany—September 3, harp; September 5, double bass; September 7, piano trio; September 8, viola
FINALS (live rounds) 2023, Munich, Germany—September 6, Herkulessaal der Residenz, harp; September 8, Herkulessaal der Residenz, double bass; September 9, Prinzregententheater, piano trio; September 10, Herkulessaal der Residenz, viola

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2009 Emmanuel Ceysson, 1st prize harp 2004 Antoine Tamestit, 1st prize viola 2004 1997 Naoko Shimizu, 1st prize viola 1988 Trio Wanderer, 2nd prize piano trio

The Azrieli Music Prizes

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2024 Gina Bachauer International Artists Piano Competitions

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The 2024 Gina Bachauer International Artists Piano Competition for pianists ages 19 to 32 offers opportunities to vie for a total of $105,000 in prize money, medals, and to perform in Salt Lake City, UT, at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center and with the Utah Symphony at Abravanel Hall. MAIN OFFICE 138 West 300 South, Suite 220 Salt Lake City, UT 84101 UNITED STATES info@bachauer.com WEBSITE https://www.bachauer.com ELIGIBILITY The 2024 Gina Bachauer International Piano Competition is open to pianists of any nationality ages 19 to 32. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Quadrennial
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Douglas Humpherys
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$225
Application deadline	September 15, 2023
Application notes	Applications open March 1, 2023. Online application form and video recording required.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) June 16-27, 2024, Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, Salt Lake City, UT
FINALS (live rounds) June 28-29, 2024, Abravanel Hall with Utah Symphony, Salt Lake City, UT

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2018 Changyong Shin 2014 Andrey Gugnin 2010 Lukas Geniusas 2006 Stephen Beus 2002 Cedric Pescia

Banff International String Quartet Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Since 1983 BISQC has celebrated the art of chamber music while providing career support for emerging string quartets. With the largest prizes in chamber music and a dedicated audience, a once in a lifetime experience unfolds for all in attendance. Outstanding music, enlightening lectures, engaging conversations, and spectacular mountain vistas. MAIN OFFICE 107 Tunnel Mountain Drive PO Box 1020 Station 23 Banff, AB T1L 1H5 CANADA bisqc@banffcentre.ca WEBSITE https://www.banffcentre.ca/bisqc ELIGIBILITY The competition is open to string quartets of all nationalities whose members are under the age of 35 on August 25, 2025. More eligibility and rules can be found here. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Strings PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policies/procedures for this competition

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	CAD $10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than CAD $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Barry Shiffman, director, BISQC
Additional jurors	To be announced for 2025
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	CAD $225
Application deadline	March 1, 2025
Application notes	Quartet applications accepted October 2024 through March 1, 2025
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) August 25-31, 2025, Jenny Belzberg Theatre, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, Banff, AB, Canada (the ten competing quartets perform in all four preliminary rounds)
FINALS (live rounds) August 31, 2025, Jenny Belzberg Theatre, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, Banff, AB, Canada (three quartets advance to the finals)

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Isidore String Quartet 2019 Marmen Quartet and Viano String Quartet (tie) 2016 Rolston String Quartet 2013 Dover String Quartet 2010 Cecilia String Quartet 2007 Tinalley String Quartet 2004 Jupiter String Quartet 2001 Daedalus Quartet 1998 Miró Quartet 1995 Amernet Quartet 1992 St. Lawrence String Quartet 1989 Quatuor Manfred 1986 Franciscan Quartet 1983 Colorado Quartet

Lillian and Maurice Barbash J.S. Bach Competition

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Barlow Endowment for Music Composition—Prize Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The 2023 winning composer receives a $12,000 commission for a major new work for solo guitar. The work will be performed by a consortium of performers to be announced. MAIN OFFICE Barlow Endowment 701 East University Parkway 189 WCO Provo, UT 84602 UNITED STATES barlowendowment@byu.edu WEBSITE https://barlow.byu.edu ELIGIBILITY There are no restrictions to musical style, nationality, age, gender, race, religion, or political persuasion. The only limitations are: (1) composers who have won the Barlow Prize in the previous five years will not be considered; and (2) members of the Barlow Boards are not eligible. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Composition

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	$11,000 to $50,000
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$0
Application deadline	June 1, 2023
Application notes	Applications must be received by the deadline date; the date is not a mailing deadline.
FINALS (live rounds) Notification of winners will be announced on the website and Facebook each year by September 15.

PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Bobby Ge 2021 Texu Kim, composer, Sinfonietta 2020 Christopher Trapani, composer, song cycle for soprano and piano 2019 Becca Sims, composer, Pierrot Ensemble and Percussion + Electronics 2018 Tawnie Olson, composer, SATB Choir 2017 Stacy Garrop, composer, reed quintet 2016 Gilad Cohen, composer, violin and piano 2015 Alberto Colla, composer, symphony orchestra 2014 Ben Hjertmann, composer, saxophone quartet 2013 Narong Prongchareon, composer, wind ensemble

Bartók World Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Bartók World competition rotates among disciplines every year. 2023 is for violinists, 2025 is for pianists, 2027 for string quartets. There is composition competition in the even years. MAIN OFFICE 8 Liszt Ferenc tér 1061 Budapest HUNGARY office@bartokworldcompetition.hu WEBSITE https://bartokworldcompetition.hu/en ELIGIBILITY The competition is open to competitors of all nationalities. Instrument players must be under 30 years old, composers under 40. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Composition • Piano • Strings • PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chair(s)	Each year the jury is chaired by a different musician
Additional jurors	The jury is different every year
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€50 for composers, €200 for instrumentalists
Application deadline	May 19, 2023
Application notes	It is usually April or May for the instrumental competition years, and August in the composition years
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) Semifinals during the instrumental years are usually the first week of September at the Franz Liszt Academy of Music, Budapest, Hungary. Semifinals are not open to the public in the Composers Competition.
FINALS (live rounds) Finals during the instrumental years are usually the first week of September at the Franz Liszt Academy of Music, Budapest, Hungary. Final gala concert and Award Ceremony of the Composers Competition is usually the last Sunday of November.

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 composition: Veljko Nenadić 2021 string quartet: Quartet Integra - Misawa Kyoka, Kikuno Rintaro, Yamamoto Itsuki, Tsukiji Anri 2020 composition: Okamoto Sinshuke 2019 piano: Ádám Szokolay 2018 composition: Dániel Dobos 2017 violin: Cosima Soulez-Larivière

BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2023

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION BBC Cardiff Singer of the World is known throughout the classical music world as one of the premiere showcases for young professional singers at the start of their careers. It is broadcast on BBC Television, Radio and online, and can be seen and heard throughout the world. The main prize is for opera and oratorio with orchestra; the Song Prize is for art song with piano. MAIN OFFICE BBC Cardiff Singer of the World BBC Cymru Wales Central Square Cardiff CF10 1FT WALES BBCCardiffSinger@bbc.co.uk WEBSITE https://www.bbc.co.uk/cardiffsinger ELIGIBILITY Open to singers of any nationality, at the beginning of their professional careers, who will have probably studied at a conservatoire of music or equivalent. Entrants must have been born between 18 June 1990 and 9 June 2005. See the rules on the website for more details. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	£20,000
Smallest prize	£1,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Aidan Lang, general director, Welsh National Opera
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application deadline	July 31, 2022
Application notes	Deadline for the 2024 Competition to be announced.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) Main Prize Preliminary Rounds: four concerts June 11-14, 2023, St. David's Hall, Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom; Song Prize Preliminary Rounds: four recitals June 10-13, 2023, Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
FINALS (live rounds) Main Prize: June 17, 2023, St. David's Hall, Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom; Song Prize: June 15, 2023, St. David's Hall, Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2021 Gihoon Kim, South Korea, baritone 2019 Andrei Kymach, Ukraine, baritone 2017 Catriona Morison, Scotland, mezzo-soprano 2015 Nadine Koutcher, Belarus, soprano 2013 Jamie Barton, United States, mezzo-soprano 1999 Anja Harteros, Germany, soprano 1995 Katarina Karneus, Sweden, mezzo-soprano 1989 Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Russia, baritone 1983 Karita Mattila, Finland, soprano

International Hans Gabor Belvedere Singing Competition

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Besançon International Competition for Young Conductors

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Established in 1951 the Besançon Competition is the most complete competition in the world with classical, Romantic, 20th-century and contemporary music, opera and concerto. It is the only one where candidates are selected during live preliminary rounds (and not on their documentation). MAIN OFFICE Festival de musique 2 rue Morand 25000 Besançon FRANCE contact@festival-besancon.com WEBSITE https://festival-besancon.com/en/presentation-of-the-competition/ ELIGIBILITY The Competition is open to candidates of any nationality, under the age of 35. No prior qualifications are required. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Conducting PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chair	Yutaka Sado
Additional jurors	Hans Graf, conductor; Juliette Kang, violin concertmaster; Yulia Kopylova, associate concertmaster; Alexandros Markeas, composer; Elena Schwarz, conductor; Jean-Fran ois Verdier, conductor; Débora Waldman, conductor
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€250
Application deadline	December 31, 2022
Application notes	Registration opens noon CET, January 18, 2023, and closes noon CET, January 31, 2023. Registration subject to availability in each city.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) April 14-16, 2023, Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler, Berlin, Germany April 18-20, 2023, École Normale de musique Alfred Cortot, Paris, France April 23-24, 2023, Sumida Triphony Hall, Tokyo, Japan April 27-28, 2023, Espace Grammont (Centre diocésain), Besançon, France May 2-3, 2023, Conservatoire de musique, Montréal, Canada
FINALS (live rounds) September 2023, Besançon, France: 1st round Symphony, 2nd round Symphony, semifinal Opera and Concerto, Final Symphony and World Premiere

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2021 Grand Prix not awarded 2019 Nodoka Okisawa, Japan 2017 Ben Glassberg, United Kingdom 2018 Jonathon Heyward, United States 2011 Yuki Kakiuchi, Japan 2009 Kazuki Yamada, Japan

William C. Byrd Young Artist Competition

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Canadian International Organ Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Competitors from around the world will be meeting in Montreal for the chance to win more than $125,000 CAD in cash and other prizes. They are immersed in an intensive program, with an international jury and supportive CIOC team, allowing them to leave Montreal as more confident musicians. MAIN OFFICE 1195, rue Sherbrooke Ouest Montréal, Québec H3A 1H9 CANADA info@ciocm.org WEBSITE https://www.ciocm.org ELIGIBILITY The CIOC is open to organists of all nationalities who will be 35 years old or younger on the date of the final round. The online application and repertoire will be announced in early 2023. The first-prize winner of any previous CIOC is ineligible to apply. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Organ PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	CAD $10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than CAD $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chair	Jean-Willy Kunz, artistic director, Canadian International Organ Competition
Additional Jurors	To be announced in early 2023
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	CAD $175
Application deadline	January 31, 2024
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) October 2024, Immaculée-Conception and at Saint-Jean-Baptiste Church in Montréal, Canada
FINALS (live rounds) October 2024, La Maison Symphonique, Montréal, Canada

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2021 Aaron Tan 2017 Alcée Chriss, United States 2014 David Baskeyfield, United Kingdom 2011 Christian Lane, United States 2008 Frédéric Champion, France

Christmas Carol Commission Competition

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Cleveland International Piano Competition for Young Artists

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The CIPC is an exciting international competition for pianists between the age of 11 and 18 that seeks to develop the performance capabilities of young pianists of the highest caliber. It also provides the young artists with hands-on learning, development experiences, and exposure to the top musicians in the world. MAIN OFFICE 20600 Chagrin Boulevard, Suite 1110 Shaker Heights, Ohio 44122 UNITED STATES info@pianocleveland.org WEBSITE https://www.pianocleveland.org ELIGIBILITY Candidates age 11 to 18 on or after July 16, 2023, are eligible to apply. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Quadrennial
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Additional jurors	Ran Dank, University of Cincinnati, College Conservatory of Music; Kevin Kenner, Frost School of Music, University of Miami; Alexander Korsantia, New England Conservatory; Janet Landreth, Colorado State University, International Keyboard Odyssiad® & Festival, U.S.; Vanessa Latarche, Royal College of Music; Yong Hi Moon, Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University; Robert Shannon, Professor of Piano Director, Division of Keyboard Studies, Oberlin Conservatory
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$150
Application deadline	December 16, 2022
Application notes	Institute Track Deadline: February 15, 2023
FINALS (live rounds) July 13, 2023, Final Chamber Round, Mixon Hall, Cleveland Institute of Music, Cleveland, OH; features musicians from The Cleveland Orchestra July 15, 2023, Gartner Auditorium, Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH; Final Concerto Round with The Canton Symphony, conducted by Steven Byess

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2018 Xiaoxuan Li, senior division; Eva Gevorgyan, junior division 2015 Yuanfan Yang, senior division; Jae Hong Park, junior division 2012 Arianna Körting, senior division; Vanessa Meiling Haynes, junior division

2024 Cleveland International Piano Competition

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Seventeenth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION May 21-June 7, 2025. Cash and career management prize packages are valued at over $2 million, including concert tours, publicity packages and training, websites, and individualized artistic and financial consultation. Widespread exposure for participants features global media coverage; an HD, fully produced webcast to millions internationally; and large-scale media projects. MAIN OFFICE 201 Main Street, Suite 100 Fort Worth, Texas 76102 UNITED STATES generalinformation@cliburn.org WEBSITE https://www.cliburn.org ELIGIBILITY Age 18 to 30. First-prize winners of previous Cliburn Competitions are not eligible to compete. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Quadrennial
First prize	More than $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$125
Application deadline	October 15, 2024
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) 2026 dates to be announced
FINALS (live rounds) 2026 dates to be announced

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Yunchan Lim 2017 Yekwon Sunwoo 2013 Vadym Kholodenko 2013 Beatrice Rana, silver medalist 2001 Olga Kern

Cliburn International Junior Piano Competition and Festival

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION June 8-17, 2023 - Quadrennial international competition for 13- to 17-year-old pianists held in Dallas, Texas on the campus of SMU and at Meyerson Symphony Center. All performances webcast live and on demand. Final Round performances with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. MAIN OFFICE 201 Main Street, Suite 100 Fort Worth, Texas 76102 UNITED STATES generalinformation@cliburn.org WEBSITE https://www.cliburn.org/ ELIGIBILITY Competitors must be 13 to 17 years of age ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Quadrennial
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Jury chair(s)	Janina Fialkowska, pianist
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$125
Application deadline	January 10, 2023
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) June 14-15, 2023, Caruth Auditorium at Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX
FINALS (live rounds) June 17, 2023, Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas, TX

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2019 Shuan Hern Lee 2015 Alim Beisembayev

Concert Artists Guild Victor Elmaleh Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Concert Artists Guild is committed to supporting musicians who are ready to launch their careers on the national and international stage. Prizes include: international management (North American and European); performances at both Merkin Concert Hall in New York and Wigmore Hall in London; participation in CAG's Citizen Musician Bootcamp. MAIN OFFICE Concert Artists Guild 12 East 49th Street, 11th Floor New York, NY 10017 UNITED STATES competition@concertartists.org WEBSITE https://www.concertartists.org/about ELIGIBILITY The 2023 competition is open to all instruments, voice, and chamber ensembles. Age limits as of January 20, 2023: solo instrumentalists: 28; ensembles: average age of 30; solo singers: 30 See here for more information on eligibility. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano • Strings • Voice • All Solo Instruments • Chamber Ensembles PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$130
Application deadline	January 20, 2023
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) March 10, 2023, online submission
FINALS (live rounds) May 23, 2023, live finals, National Sawdust, Brooklyn, NY

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 1985 David Krakauer, clarinet 1994 Jennifer Koh, violin 1998 Eighth Blackbird 2005 Parker String Quartet 2008 Claire Chase, flute

Concours Européen de Piano Online

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Concours de Genève - International Music Competition

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Thomas and Evon Cooper International Competition

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The Cooper-Bing Vocal Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Internationally recognized vocal competition that has celebrated and supported emerging young artists in opera for the past 39 years. Dubbed the "Olympics of Opera," the competition encourages talent, creates artistic opportunity, and helps welcome the next generation into the professional opera community. MAIN OFFICE 55 East State Street Columbus, OH 43215 UNITED STATES cooperbing@operacolumbus.org WEBSITE https://www.operacolumbus.org/the-cooper-bing-competition/ ELIGIBILITY All applicants must be between 21 to 35 years of age on April 30, 2023. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Voice • Opera PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policies/procedures for this competition

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Additional jurors	Justin Werner, founder and president, Stratagem Artists; Daniel Walshaw, chief operating officer, Columbus Symphony; Lee Anne Myslewski, vice president, Opera and Classical Programming at Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	$25
Application deadline	January 1, 2023
Application notes	Each applicant must submit an application form online via YAP Tracker. January 1, 2023 is the deadline for online application, payment and the supplemental materials.
FINALS (live rounds) April 30, 2023, Opera,Southern Theatre, Columbus, OH

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Alex DeSocio 2021 Alice Chung 2020 Alexandra Nowakowski 2019 Lindsey Kate Brown 2018 Anne Marie Stanley 2017 Kidon Choi

Cork International Choral Festival - Fleischmann International Trophy Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Each year some of the finest amateur international choirs are selected to compete for the prestigious Fleischmann International Trophy. One of Europe’s premier international choral festivals, Cork is noted for its high standards, eclectic and wide-ranging programme, and the friendliness of its welcome. MAIN OFFICE Cork International Choral Festival Civic Trust House 50 Pope’s Quay Cork IRELAND info@corkchoral.ie WEBSITE https://www.corkchoral.ie/international-participation/fleischmann-international-trophy-competition/ ELIGIBILITY Open to any amateur choir of international standing; minimum 20/maximum 60 voices; minimum age of 16 years of age on the day of competition. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policies/procedures for this competition

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	Less than €10,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	€300
Application deadline	October 31, 2023
Application notes	Completed applications must be received by October 31 of the preceding year.
FINALS (live rounds) 2023 Competitions: April 26-30, 2023 2024 Competition: May 1-5, 2024

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Vaskivuori Upper Secondary School Chamber Choir, Finland 2019 Chamber Choir KGBL, Slovenia 2018 Adolf Fredrik Church's Chamber Choir, Sweden 2017 Codetta, Ireland 2016 Helene Stureborg's Kammarkor, Sweden

Dallas Symphony Orchestra's Lynn Harrell Concerto Competition

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Dublin International Piano Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The inaugural Dublin International Piano Competition was held in 1988. The Competition offers a generous prize fund, but perhaps the most important prize is the prestigious list of engagements secured for the winner—début concerts in London and New York, appearances at international festivals, and concertos with leading orchestras. MAIN OFFICE PO Box 71 Bray, County Wicklow IRELAND info@dipc.ie WEBSITE https://www.dipc.ie ELIGIBILITY To be announced ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	To be determined
Additional jurors	To be determined
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	To be determined
Application deadline	December 31, 2024
Application notes	Application deadline for 2025 may be changed when exact DIPC dates have been confirmed.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) To be announced
FINALS (live rounds) To be announced

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS Yukine Kuroki, Japan Sae Yoon Chon, South Korea Nathalia Milstein, France Nikolay Khozyainov Alexeji Gorlatch

George Enescu International Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Intended as a natural extension of the George Enescu Festival, the most important international cultural event organized by Romania and a true national cultural brand, George Enescu International Competition recognizes, supports and promotes young talents worldwide, endorsing in this way the future golden generations of the universal classical music. MAIN OFFICE Victoria Business Center Calea Victoriei, nr. 155, bl. D1, sc. 8, et. 2 Bucuresti cod 010073 ROMANIA contact@artexim.ro WEBSITE https://www.festivalenescu.ro/ ELIGIBILITY The George Enescu International Competition for Composition, Cello, Violin and Piano is open to participants of all nationalities, born after August 1, 1991. No exception to this age limit will be accepted. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Composition • Piano • Strings

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	€5,000 to €10,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	To be announced
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€100 participation fee for Cello, Violin and Piano Competition; €50 per composition for Composition Competition
Application deadline	May 1, 2024
FINALS (live rounds) September 2024, Romanian Athenaeum, Bucharest, Romania, for the cello, violin, and piano sections

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2021 Valentin Şerban, violin 2021 Jaemin Han, cello 2016 Zlatomir Fung, cello 2014 Josu de Solaun, piano 2011 TIan Bonian, cello 2007 Anna Tifu, violin 1964 Elisabeth Leonskaja, piano

Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The 50th Annual Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition takes place May 12-14, 2023 in South Bend, IN on the campus of The University of Notre Dame. The competition is open to ensembles with three to six members, and includes both senior and junior divisions. $44,300 in prize money will be awarded. MAIN OFFICE 119 Haggar Hall Notre Dame, IN 46556 UNITED STATES miki@fischoff.org WEBSITE https://www.fischoff.org ELIGIBILITY Open to instrumental ensembles only, consisting of 3 to 6 musicians. U.S. and non-U.S. residents are eligible. Full eligibility requirements can be found in the Fischoff Competition Rulebook. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano • Strings • Winds & Brass PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Additional jurors	2023 Senior String Division: Ann Elliott-Goldschmid, violin; Anne Epperson, piano; Honggang Li, viola; Keith Robinson, cello 2023 Senior Wind Division: Richard Killmer, oboe; Carrie Koffman, saxophone; William Purvis, horn; John Rojak, bass trombone 2023 Junior String Division: Rieko Aizawa, piano; Michael Cameron, cello; Rebecca Henry, violin 2023 Junior Wind Division: Susan Cook, saxophone; Jeff Scott, horn; Tasha Warren, clarinet 2023 Lift Every Voice Prize: Lisa Kaplan, piano; Karla Donehew Perez, violin; Gabriel Campos Zamora, clarinet
Jury size	11 or more
Application fee	Trios $125; Quartet $165; Quintet $205; Sextet $245
Application deadline	February 22, 2023
Application notes	Entries must be received by 5 pm ET
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) May 13, 2023, University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN
FINALS (live rounds) May 14, 2023, University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS eighth blackbird Dover Quartet PRISM Quartet Miro String Quartet Pacifica Quartet

German Conductors' Award (Deutscher Dirigentenpreis)

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The German Conductors' Award is an international competition for young conductors organised by Deutscher Musikrat (German Music Council) in partnership with Kölner Philharmonie (Cologne Philharmonic), Oper Köln (Cologne Opera), Gürzenich-Orchester Köln (Gürzenich Orchestra of Cologne) and WDR Sinfonieorchester (Symph. Orchestra of broadcasting station WDR). MAIN OFFICE Deutscher Musikrat gGmbH Forum Dirigieren Weberstr. 59 53113 Bonn GERMANY deutscher.dirigentenpreis@musikrat.de WEBSITE https://www.forum-dirigieren.de/en/german-conductors-award/the-competition/ ELIGIBILITY Conductors of all nations who are 33 years old and younger (deadline: October 31, 2021) are eligible for registration. Application is only possible online. See more information here. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Conducting PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	€5,000 to €10,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	To be announced
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	To be announced
Application deadline	April 15, 2021
Application notes	Application deadline 2023 to be announced
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) Cologne, Germany
FINALS (live rounds) Cologne, Germany

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2021 Martijn Dendievel 2019 Julio García Vico 2017 Hossein Pishkar 2015 Leo McFall 2013 Kristiina Poska

The 18th International Edvard Grieg Piano Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The competition will take place at Troldhaugen, Grieg’s picturesque home in Bergen, Norway, in 2024 (dates to be announced). Competitors will reside with host families, and those who do not advance to the 2nd Round or Semi-final will perform at a paid concert in the Bergen area. 1st prize: €30,000. MAIN OFFICE The International Edvard Grieg Piano Competition c/o KODE Art Museums and Composer Homes Vestre Strømkaien 7 5008 Bergen NORWAY info@griegcompetition.com WEBSITE https://griegcompetition.com ELIGIBILITY The Competition is open to pianists of all nationalities born in the years 1991-2007. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€100
Application deadline	January 1, 2024
Application notes	Exact deadline to be announced
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) KODE Edvard Grieg Museum, Troldhaugen, Bergen, Norway
FINALS (live rounds) Final, piano soloist with The Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra, Grieg Hall, Bergen, Norway

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Fuko Ishii 2018 Ryoma Takagi 2016 Ah Ruem Ahn 2014 Joachim Carr 2012 Sasha Grynyuk

Michael Hill International Violin Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The world's most exciting violin talent in the world's unique location. MAIN OFFICE 157 Crummer Road Grey Lynn, Auckland 1021 NEW ZEALAND annerodda@violincompetition.co.nz WEBSITE https://www.violincompetition.co.nz ELIGIBILITY Violinists between the ages of 18-28 ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Strings

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	NZ $40,000
Smallest prize	Less than NZ $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	Hon Chris Finlayson
Additional jurors	James Ehnes; Bella Hristova; Piers Lane; Natalia Lomeiko; Anthony Marwood; Ning Feng; Wilma Smith
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$150
Application deadline	December 1, 2022
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) June 2-5, 2023, Rounds I and II—solo and piano accompanied work performed by 16 quarter-finalists, Queenstown Memorial Centre, Queenstown, New Zealand June 7-9, 2023, Round III—Mozart string quintets and show pieces performed by top 6 semifinalists, Concert Chamber of Auckland Town Hall, Auckland, New Zealand
FINALS (live rounds) June 10, 2023, Auckland Town Hall, Auckland, New Zealand, concerti performed by top three finalists with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra, conducted by Andrew Litton

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2001 Joseph Lin 205 Ning Feng 2007 Bella Hristova 2009 Josef Spacek 2013 Nikki Chooi 2015 Suyeon Kang 2017 Ioana Cristina Goicea 2019 Anna Im

2023 Hilton Head International Piano Competition

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Honens International Piano Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Honens International Piano Competition takes place every three years and is considered one of the world’s most prestigious events of its kind, awarding CAD $100,000 and a comprehensive Artist Development Program. Honens prepares its Laureates for the rigours of professional careers in music, creating opportunities for growth and exposure. MAIN OFFICE 1170-105 12 Avenue SW Calgary, AB T2G 1A1 CANADA info@honens.com WEBSITE https://www.honens.com ELIGIBILITY Pianists who are no younger than 20 years of age on October 16, 2025, and no older than 30 years of age on October 24, 2025, with the exception of previous Honens Laureates and professionally managed pianists, are eligible to apply. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	CAD $100,000
Smallest prize	Less than CAD $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$125
Application deadline	October 31, 2023
Application notes	Applications will open in the spring of 2023
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) October 16-24, 2025, Calgary, AB Canada
FINALS (live rounds) October 23, 2025, Bella Concert Hall, Taylor Centre for the Performing Arts, Calgary, AB Canada October 24, 2025, Jack Singer Concert Hall at Arts Commons, Calgary, AB Canada

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Ilia Ovcharenko 2018 Nicolas Namoradze 2015 Luca Buratto 2012 Pavel Kolesnikov 2009 Georgy Tchaidze

InterContinental Music Awards

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International Conducting Competition Rotterdam

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION ICCR presents a completely new format in which young conductors get a chance to work with numerous orchestras. The competition consists of six rounds, each with a different specialism. The first edition took place in 2022 with Bertie Baigent as winner. MAIN OFFICE Postbus 972, 3000 AZ Rotterdam THE NETHERLANDS info@iccr.nl WEBSITE https://www.iccr.nl/ ELIGIBILITY ICCR is open to professional conductors of all nationalities who are at least 23 years and maximum 30 years of age at the start of the Competition. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Conducting PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	€5,000 to €10,000
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	11 or more
Application fee	€100
Application deadline	December 1, 2023
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) 2025 dates to be announced
FINALS (live rounds) 2025 dates to be announced

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Bertie Baigent, conductor

The 13th International Oboe Competition Of Japan 2023 in Tokyo

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Sony Music Foundation has been presenting the Competition since 1985. It has established a reputation as a unique competition solely dedicated to the oboe, with past winners becoming international music figures as soloists or principal oboists in the world-renowned orchestras. A member of the World Federation of International Music Competition. MAIN OFFICE Secretariat of The International Oboe Competition of Japan c/o Sony Music Foundation SME-Rokubancho Building 4-5, Rokubancho, Chiyoda-ku Tokyo 102-8353 JAPAN smf@sonymusic.co.jp WEBSITE https://oboec.jp/index_e ELIGIBILITY Anyone born between January 1, 1993, and December 31, 2005, is eligible, except for past first-prize winners of the Competition. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Oboe PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	¥1.3 million
Smallest prize	Honorable Mention: ¥100,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	Hansjörg Schellenberger
Additional jurors	Ken-ichi Furube, specially appointed principal oboist, New Japan Philharmonic, associate professor, Tokyo College of Music; Gordon Hunt, principal oboist, London Chamber Orchestra, former principal oboist, Philharmonia Orchestra, conductor; Ramón Ortega Quero, principal oboist, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra; Dwight Parry, principal oboist, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra; Isao Tsuji, oboist, professor and assistant to dean, Senzoku Gakuen College of Music; Masaru Yoshida, principal bassoonist, Yomiuri Nippon Symphony Orchestra, Tokyo
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	Participation fee: ¥20,000 after passing the preliminary screening
Application deadline	March 14, 2023
Application notes	All applications must go through MUVAC, an online application facilitation service. For the details of application guidelines and more information, please refer to the competition's website.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) October 3 & 5-6, 2023, Musashino Civic Cultural Hall, Musashino City, Japan
FINALS (live rounds) October 8, 2023, Musashino Civic Cultural Hall, Musashino City, Japan

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2018 Yuka Asahara, 2nd prize; no 1st prize awarded 2015 Kanami Araki 2012 Olivier Stankiewicz 2009 Ivan Podyomov 2009 Viola Wilmsen 2006 Lucas Macias Navarro

International Telekom Beethoven Competition Bonn

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Competition focuses on works by Beethoven from every phase of his creative life, along with compositions by his predecessors, contemporaries and successors. Candidates may add works of their choosing to the compulsory programme. The next Competition will take place from December 1 to December 9, 2023. MAIN OFFICE c/o Beethovenfest Bonn Kurt-Schumacher-Str. 3, 53113 Bonn Germany GERMANY info@telekom-beethoven-competition.de WEBSITE https://www.telekom-beethoven-competition.de/ ELIGIBILITY Pianists from all nations, as well as stateless persons, who are between 18 and 32 years old at the time of the competition are eligible. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	More than €50,000
Smallest prize	€5,000 to €10,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	Prof. Pavel Gililov, artistic director
Additional jurors	Fumiko Eguchi, Gábor Farkas, Andreas Groethuysen, Yoheven Kaplinsky, Konstantin Scherbakov, Soo-Jung Shin, Zhe Tang, Arie Vardi
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€50
Application deadline	May 19, 2023
Application notes	The application, including all required documents, submitted entirely via the website.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) First three rounds take place at Telekom Zentrale, Bonn, Germany
FINALS (live rounds) Chamber music: Telekom Zentrale, Bonn, Germany; Orchestra: Telekom Forum, Bonn, Germany

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2021 Hans Suh 2019 Cunmo Yin 2017 Alberto Ferro 2015 Filippo Gorini

International Violin Competition of Indianapolis

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Hailed by musicians, media, and critics as one of the world's most important competitions for launching a professional career in violin, The Indianapolis will celebrate its 12th Quadrennial Competition in 2026, searching the globe for the finest young talents and propelling them onto the concert scene. MAIN OFFICE 32 East Washington Street, Suite 1320 Indianapolis, IN 46204 UNITED STATES ivci@violin.org WEBSITE https://www.violin.org ELIGIBILITY We invite applications from violinists of all nationalities who will be at least 16 years of age and younger than 30 years of age at the time of the Competition, and who are prepared for a concert career. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Strings • Violin PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Quadrennial
First prize	More than $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances Management
Jury chair	Jaime Laredo
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	To be announced
Application deadline	February 27, 2026
Application notes	The 12th Quadrennial Competition Application Deadline will be confirmed at a later date.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) To be announced
FINALS (live rounds) To be announced

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Sirena Huang 2018 Richard Lin 2014 Jinjoo Cho 2010 Clara Jumi-Kang 2006 Augustin Hadelich

International Violin Competition Stuttgart

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION From February 19-26, 2024, in cooperation with the University of Music and Performing Arts Stuttgart, the Guadagnini Foundation will host the 2nd Stuttgart International Violin Competition. MAIN OFFICE Guadagnini Stiftung Postfach 150502 70077 Stuttgart GERMANY info@guadagnini-stiftung.com WEBSITE https://www.guadagnini-foundation.com ELIGIBILITY Violinists of all nationalities who are no older than 28 years of age at the date of the registration deadline are entitled to participate. The decisive date for this is the date of birth specified in the terms and conditions for the respective Competition. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Strings PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	€30,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	6 to 10
Application deadline	July 31, 2023
Application notes	Registration will open on the website February 1, 2023.
FINALS (live rounds) February 24-25, 2024, Concert Hall UMPA; Beethoven Hall, Stuttgart, Germany, rehearsals and final round with the orchestra February 26, 2024, Beethoven Hall, Liederhalle Stuttgart, Germany, first prize winner gala concert with the orchestra

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2021 Eva Rabchevska, violin

International Vocal Competition 's-Hertogenbosch

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The IVC is the sole classical vocal competition in the Netherlands involving opera and oratorio, as well as art song for singer-pianist duos. Much attention is paid to 20th century and contemporary music and finals are with symphony orchestra. Included are masterclasses, media training, feedback from jury members, career development; travel refund is possible as well as accommodation at host families. MAIN OFFICE Prins Bernhardstraat 8 5211 HE 's-Hertogenbosch NETHERLANDS info@ivc.nu WEBSITE https://www.ivc.nu ELIGIBILITY Singers born on October 16, 1990, or later (maximum 32 years); pianists born on October 16, 1987, or later (maximum 35 years). Participants can not be younger than 18 years. The IVC is open to professional singers and pianists of all nationalities. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano • Voice • Opera • Oratorio • Lied Duo

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Annual
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	Bo Skovhus, bartione
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€70 (first round), €180 (main competition) per Lied duo (singer+pianist)
Application deadline	June 27, 2023
Application notes	Participants must take part in the online First Round selections via YouTube. There will be two separate jury reviewing batches, with subsequent deadlines. Application deadline: May 1, 2023 (Group I); June 27, 2023 (Group II) Results within three weeks after deadline. Candidates who apply for jury reviewing Group I receive results earlier.
FINALS (live rounds) 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands: October 10-15, 2023, Voice + Piano (LiedDuo division); September 26 - October 5, 2024, Voice (Opera | Oratorio division)

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Andrei Danilov, tenor 2021 Arvid Fagerfjäll, baritone 2019 Ema Nikolovska, mezzo-soprano 2018 Josh Lovell, tenor 2017 Yajie Zhang, mezzo-soprano

Jensen Foundation Vocal Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Jensen Foundation auditions America's most promising young opera singers to perform in its Finals Competition. Singers compete for more than $40,000 in awards, including $15,000 for First Place. MAIN OFFICE 220 North Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202 UNITED STATES lisa@jensenfoundation.org WEBSITE https://www.jensenfoundation.org/ ELIGIBILITY See here for eligibility information. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policies/procedures for this competition

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Jury chair	Oliver Worthington, Jensen Foundation board chair, Butler University
Additional jurors	R. Benjamin Leaptrott, Jr., Jensen Foundation vice chair, Brenau University
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	$25
Application deadline	March 19, 2023
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) May 8-11, 2023, New York, NY, preliminary judging
FINALS (live rounds) May 13, 2023, New York, NY

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Shannon Keegan, mezzo-soprano 2019 Olivia Vote, mezzo-soprano 2018 Felicia Moore, soprano 2010 Andrew Garland, baritone 2009 Anthony Roth Costanzo, countertenor

Joseph Joachim International Violin Competition Hannover

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION We are seeking inquisitive minds who demonstrate an impeccable command of their instrument while remaining humble servants of great composers and their scores, young artists who bravely strive for individuality, making bold musical statements with the violin: Musicians whose voice inspires deep emotions and shows an exceptional degree of versatility. MAIN OFFICE Stiftung Niedersachsen Sophienstr. 2 30159 Hannover GERMANY mail@jjv-hannover.de WEBSITE https://www.jjv-hannover.de ELIGIBILITY Age between 16 to 32 ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Strings PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	To be announced
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application deadline	March 26, 2024
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) September 22-25, 2024, Hanover University of Music, Drama and Media, Hanover, Germany
FINALS (live rounds) September 28, 2024, NDR Landesfunkhaus, Hanover, Germany

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2021 Maria Ioudenitch 2018 Timothy Chooi 2012 Alexandra Conunova 2003 Nemanja Radulovic 1991 Antje Weithaas

Johansen International Competition for Young String Players (Ages 13-17)

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The JIC has up to $68,000 in prizes, with equal prizes for each instrument. The JIC is funded by a charitable trust established by Anna Storch Johansen, who wanted to encourage young musicians with significant prize awards at a time when they need it most. MAIN OFFICE 755 8th Street NW Washington, DC 20001 UNITED STATES johansencomp@fmmc.org WEBSITE https://fmmcfoundation.org/johansen-international-competition ELIGIBILITY Students of violin, viola, or cello, ages 13 through 17 years. Contestants may not be younger than 13 or older than 17 on the final day of the competition. Proof of age is required. Applicants must not be under professional management. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Strings PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policies/procedures for this competition

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	To be announced
Application deadline	December 1, 2024
Application notes	Deadline listed may change when details for the 2025 JIC are arranged.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) March 2025, violin, viola, and cello, First Congregational UCC, 945 G Street NW, Washington, DC
FINALS (live rounds) March 2025, violin, viola, and cello, First Congregational UCC, 945 G Street NW, Washington, DC

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2015 Zlatomir Fung, cello 2012 Brannon Cho, cello 2009 Matthew Lipman, viola 2006 Tessa Lark, violin

Olga Kern International Piano Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Olga Kern International Piano Competition will take place in the fall of 2025. The final round will feature the Competition’s finalists in performances with the New Mexico Philharmonic. In addition to a cash prize, the winner will be awarded concert engagements throughout the US and Europe and a professional recording. MAIN OFFICE PO Box 14314, Albuquerque, NM 87191 UNITED STATES mtanau@olgakerncompetition.org WEBSITE https://www.olgakerncompetition.org ELIGIBILITY The Competition is open to pianists of all nationalities who will be between the ages of 18 and 32 at the time of the competition in 2025. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	Oga Kern, artistic director and president of the jury
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$210 (2022); any revised fee schedule will be announced
Application deadline	April 4, 2025
Application notes	Application fee for the next Competition to be determined. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Submitted materials will not be returned. Candidates’ documents and recordings will be assessed by the screening jury. The screening jury will admit 20 to 24 contestants to compete in the first round.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) To be announced
FINALS (live rounds) To be announced

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Jonathan Mamora, first prize 2022 Anthony Ratinov, second prize 2022 Yanfeng Bai, third prize 2019 Tetiana Shafran, first prize 2016 Antonio Chen Guang, first prize 2019 Federico Gad Crema, second prize 2016 Anna Dmytrenko, second prize 2019 Simon Karakulidi, third prize 2016 Anastasiya Naplekova, third prize

11th Fritz Kreisler International Violin Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Fritz Kreisler International Violin Competition takes place in the world’s music capital, Vienna, Austria. The next competition will be held in September 2025. MAIN OFFICE P.O. Box 76 A-1030 Vienna AUSTRIA office@fritzkreisler.com WEBSITE https://fritzkreisler.com/ ELIGIBILITY The competition is open to all violinists who are ready to embark upon an international career. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Strings • Violin PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Quadrennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	€5,000 to €10,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	To be announced
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	11 or more
Application fee	€100
Application deadline	April 30, 2025
Application notes	Up to 40 violinists will be selected for the preliminary stages of the competition, 18 of whom will continue to the semi-finals, six to the Final I, and three to the Gala Final.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) Violin solo, dates to be announced, to take place in Vienna, Austria.
FINALS (live rounds) Violin and piano, violin and orchestra, dates to be announced, to take place in Vienna, Austria.

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2000 Sergej Krylov, 1st prize; Sergey Khachatryan, 2nd prize 1996 Daishin Kashimoto, 1st prize 1992 Rachel Barton Pine, 2nd prize 1979 Dmitry Sitkovetsky, 1st prize

Leeds International Piano Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION ‘The Leeds has launched some of the greatest pianists in living memory and offers a warm Yorkshire welcome to all its pianists! Rounds take place internationally and in Leeds, hosted by an international performer-led jury. World-leading career support includes artist representation and a release with Warner Classics. MAIN OFFICE Leeds International Piano Competition University of Leeds 169b Woodhouse Lane Leeds LS2 9JT UNITED KINGDOM info@leedspiano.com WEBSITE https://www.leedspiano.com ELIGIBILITY 20 to 29 years old ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	£10,000 to £50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $£5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chair(s)	To be announced
Additional jurors	Adam Gatehouse, artistic director; others to be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	£165
Application deadline	October 31, 2023
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) September 2024, Great Hall, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
FINALS (live rounds) September 2024, Town Hall, Leeds, United Kingdom

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2021 Alim Beisembayev 2018 Eric Lu 1975 Dmitri Alexeev 1972 Murray Perahia 1969 Radu Lupu

The Gerda Lissner Foundation IVC in Association with the Liederkranz Foundation

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Opera Division 2023 preliminaries will be held March 13-15 and finals March 17. The Operetta & Zarzuela Division 2023 preliminaries will be held March 16 and finals March 17. Preliminaries and finals will be at The Kosciuszko Foundation, New York, NY. Repertoire once submitted cannot be changed. Winners concert will be May 1, 2023, 6:30 pm, Zankel Hall in Carnegie Hall, New York, NY. MAIN OFFICE 15 East 65th Street New York, NY 10065 UNITED STATES gerdalissner@aol.com WEBSITE https://www.gerdalissner.org ELIGIBILITY Both divisions: 21 to 32 years of age ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Jury chair	Midge Woolsey, trustee of The Gerda Lissner Foundation
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	1 to 5
Application deadline	January 4, 2023
Application notes	Submission of the application does not guarantee an audition or grant. All application PDFs must be submitted with typed responses; handwritten applications will not be accepted.
FINALS (live rounds) May 1, 2023, Zankel Hall Carnegie Hall, New York, NY

PAST COMPETITION WINNERS See website for past winners

Liszt Utrecht

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Liszt Utrecht actively presents, develops and promotes piano talents from around the world. And by doing so it has become one of the prominent gateways to the international professional classical music scene for young musicians. MAIN OFFICE Ganzenmarkt 14 3512 GD Utrecht THE NETHERLANDS +31 (0)30 69 66 144 info@liszt.nl WEBSITE https://www.liszt.nl ELIGIBILITY Open to pianists between 20 and 30 years old ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Additional prizes	Performances Management
Jury chair(s)	To be announced
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€100
Application deadline	December 1, 2024
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) To be announced
FINALS (live rounds) To be announced

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Yukine Kuroki 2017 Alexander Ullman 2014 Mariam Batsashvili 2008 Nino Gvetadze 2005 Yingdi Sun 1999 Yundi Li 1996 Igor Roma 1989 Enrico Pace

1st Ljubljana Festival International Piano Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The 1st Ljubljana Festival International Piano Competition will be held in Ljubljana, Slovenia, from February 25 - March 4, 2023. It is open to pianists of any nationality born between 1992 and 2006 and organized with the aim of encouraging young and talented pianists and rewarding their excellence. MAIN OFFICE Festival Ljubljana Trg francoske revolucije 1 1000 Ljubljana SLOVENIA info@ljubljanafestival-pianocompetition.si WEBSITE https://ljubljanafestival.si/en/ljubljana-festival-piano-competition/ ELIGIBILITY The Competition is open to pianists of any nationality born between 1992-2006. Pianists wishing to enter the Competition will have to submit the required application documents by September 15, 2022, and, if accepted, participate in the Competition held in Ljubljana from February 25 to March 4, 2023. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	Dubravka Tomšic Srebotnjak
Additional jurors	Robert Benz, Ricardo Castro, Barry Douglas, Violetta Egorova, Cyprien Katsaris, Anne-Marie McDermott, Ick-Choo Moon, Leonel Morales
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€120
Application deadline	September 15, 2022
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) Round 1: February 25-27, Ljubljana, Slovenia, Round 1 Round 2: February 28-March 1, 2023, Ljubljana, Slovenia
FINALS (live rounds) March 3-4, 2023, Ljubljana, Slovenia

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Long Thibaud International Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Long Thibaud competition is open to young musicians from all over the world. For 80 years, it has represented a highlight of the Parisian, French and international season. The 2023's violin edition is placed under Marc Laforet's artistic direction and the jury is presided by Vadim Repin. MAIN OFFICE 32 avenue Matignon 75008 Paris FRANCE contact@long-thibaud.org WEBSITE https://www.long-thibaud.org/en ELIGIBILITY The 2023's violin competition is open to young artists of all nationalities from 16 to 33 years old. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Composition • Piano • Strings • Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	€11,000 to €50,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Gerard Bekerman, chairman of the foundation
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€100
Application deadline	July 10, 2023
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) November 10, 2023, École Normale de Musique de Paris, Paris, France
FINALS (live rounds) November 26, 2023, Théâtre du Châtelet, Paris, France

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2018 Diana Tishchenko, violin 2002 Deborah Nemtanu, violin 1965 Vladimir Spivakov, violin 1951 Ivry Gitlis, violin 1949 Christian Ferras, violin

Lyon International Chamber Music Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Member of the WFIMC. More than 1300 chamber artists took part to the CIMCL from 2004. Broadcast on France musique radio and streaming on NoMadMusic and Classic@Home. A large audience follows the competition in the most beautiful halls of Lyon city (Opéra, Auditorium, Université Hall, Conservatories). MAIN OFFICE 11 place Tobie Robatel 69001 Lyon FRANCE contact@cimcl.fr WEBSITE https://www.cimcl.fr/index-en ELIGIBILITY All nationalities, artists born under 32 years old ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Composition • Piano • Strings • Voice

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Additional jurors	Louise Hopkins, cello, United Kingdom; Mari Kodama, Japan; David Grimal, France; Attila Falvay, Hungary; Vincent Coq, France
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	€150
Application deadline	January 8, 2023
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) April 12-15, 2023, Université Lumière, Lyon, France—trio piano, violin, cello Live streaming
FINALS (live rounds) April 12-15, 2023, Université Lumière, Lyon, France—trio piano, violin, cello Live streaming

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Domonkos Peter Hartmann, cello and Domonkos Csabay, violin, Budapest 2021 Manon Galy, violin and Jorge Gonzalez, piano, Paris 2019 Duo Moine ou Voyou, Wien 2018 Trio Messiaen, Paris 2017 Ensemble Ouranos, Woodwind quintet, Paris 2016 Marius Urba, cello and Vita Kahn, piano, Leipzig 2015 Castalian Quartet, London 2014 Diana Tishchenko, violin and Joachim Carr, piano duo, Berlin 2013 Cyril Dubois, tenor and Tristan Raës, piano, Paris 2012 Eburon Brass Quintett, Bruxels 2011 Van Baerle Trio, Amsterdam 2009 Hermès Quartet, Lyon 2008 Quintette K, woodwind quintet, Lyon 2007 Eugen Tischindeleanu, violin and Nozomi Matsumoto, piano, Paris 2006 Yumiko Tanimura, soprano and Jonas Vitaud, piano, Paris 2005 Or Notes Brass Quintet, Paris 2004 Trio di Parma, Italia

The Mahler Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Mahler Competition is one of the most important events of its kind anywhere in the world. It has attracted entries from more than 2,000 young conductors of all nationalities. It takes place where 1,000 years of history, world cultural heritage, enjoyment and nature form an ideal combination. MAIN OFFICE Stiftung Bamberger Symphoniker - Bayerische Staatsphilharmonie Mussstrasse 1 96047 Bamberg GERMANY info@themahlercompetition.com WEBSITE https://www.themahlercompetition.com ELIGIBILITY Young Conductors not older than 35 years on November 30, 2022 ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Conducting

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	€5,000 to €10,000
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chair	Jakub Hruša, chief conductor of the Bamberg Symphony
Additional jurors	Marina Mahler; Thomas Hampson; Barbara Hannigan; Juanjo Mena; Miroslav Srnka; John Storgards; Deborah Borda; Martin Campbell-White; John Carewe; Ara Guzelimian; Pamela Rosenberg; Mark Stringer; Marcus Rudolf Axt; Mayra Budagjan
Jury size	11 or more
Application deadline	November 30, 2022
Application notes	Applications opened September 15, 2022
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) July 12-13, 2023, Konzerthalle, Bamberg, Germany, conducting
FINALS (live rounds) July 13, 2023, Konzerthalle, Bamberg, Germany, conducting

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS Conducting: 2020 Finnegan Downie Dear 2016 Kachun Wong 2013 Lahav Shani 2010 Ainars Rubikis 2004 Gustavo Dudamel

Malko Competition for Young Conductors 2024

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Malko Competition is the Danish National Symphony Orchestra’s international competition for conductors. It has been held every three years since 1965. The goal to identify and bring out those great young musical talents who will one day grace the podia of leading orchestras all over the world. MAIN OFFICE DR-Byen, Emil Holms Kanal 20 DK -0999 Copenhagen DENMARK mrrb@dr.dk WEBSITE https://malkocompetition.dk/ ELIGIBILITY Open for young conductors of all nationalities between 18 and 35 years of age (age calculated at competition start April 15, 2023) ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Conducting PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	€5,000 to €10,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Fabio Luisi, chairman, principal conductor, The Danish National Symphny Orchestra
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€50
Application deadline	September 27, 2023
Application notes	Applications open August 8, 2023
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) April 18, 2024, DR Koncerthuset, Copenhagen, Denmark
FINALS (live rounds) April 20, 2024, DR Koncerthuset, Copenhagen, Denmark

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS Dmitri Matvienko Ryan Bancroft Tung-Chieh Chuang Rafael Payare Joshua Weilerstein

Sixth Éva Marton International Singing Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Éva Marton International Singing Competition is an unmissable opportunity and door onto the international opera scene. Members of the jury are looking for artists who seem to be capable of realizing what Éva Marton achieved, whose career is founded on an incredible level hard work and much learning. MAIN OFFICE Secretariat of the International Éva Marton Singing Competition Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music 8 Liszt Ferenc Square Budapest 1061 HUNGARY martoncompetition@lisztacademy.hu WEBSITE https://martoncompetition.hu/en ELIGIBILITY The contest is open to singers from all nationalities aged minimum 18 years on the opening day of the competition and maximum 32 for female and 35 for male candidates. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	€5,000 to €10,000
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chair	Ms. Éva Marton
Additional jurors	Anatoli Goussev; Peter Dvorský; Larisa Gergieva; Peter Mario Katona; Miguel Lerín; Andrea Meláth; Szilveszter Ókovács; Dmitry Vdovin
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€200
Application deadline	May 10, 2024
Application notes	The 2024 application deadline has not been set; we are not yet accepting applications.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) First full week of September 2024, Budapest, Hungary
FINALS (live rounds) First full week of September 2024, Budapest, Hungary

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Andrei Danilov, tenor 2021 Sonja Saric, soprano 2018 Galeano Salas, tenor 2016 Alexander Roslavets, bass 2014 Szilvia Vörös, mezzo-soprano/alto

Eleanor McCollum Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Eleanor McCollum Competition and Concert of Arias is the primary recruitment tool for the HGO Studio. Applicants can be considered for the HGO Studio, the Competition, or both, and applicants do not need to be a prize winner to be invited to the Studio. MAIN OFFICE 510 Preston St. Houston, TX 77002 UNITED STATES studio@hgo.org WEBSITE https://www.houstongrandopera.org/hgo-studio/become-a-studio-artist/ ELIGIBILITY All classical singers of any age and nationality. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano • Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Annual
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	$5,000 to $10,000
Jury chair(s)	Khori Dastoor; Patrick Summers; Ana María Martínez; and a guest judge
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	$0
Application deadline	September 17, 2023
Application notes	Applications for the 2022-23 Studio and the 2023 Eleanor McCollum Competition are closed; applications for the 2024-25 Studio and the 2024 Eleanor McCollum Competition will be announced in summer of 2023.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) Preliminary auditions: November-December 2023, Houston, TX; Cincinnati, OH; Philadelphia, PA; and New York, NY. Semifinal auditions: late January to early February 2024.
FINALS (live rounds) February 2024, Houston, TX, culminating in the Eleanor McCollum Competition and Concert of Arias

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS Previous winners include Jamie Barton, Joyce DiDonato, Ana María Martínez, Ryan McKinny, and Tamara Wilson.

Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition is a program designed to discover promising young opera singers and assist in the development of their careers. The Auditions take place in 39 Districts and 11 Regions throughout the US, Canada, and Mexico. MAIN OFFICE Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition 30 Lincoln Center Plaza New York, NY 10023 UNITED STATES competition@metopera.org WEBSITE https://www.metopera.org/competition ELIGIBILITY Specific requirements are listed here ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Jury chair(s)	Melissa Wegner, executive director
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$30
Application notes	The Application deadline for the 2022-23 season has passed. See the website for further information and more about the 2023-24 season.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) April 17, 2023, various locations around the U.S.
FINALS (live rounds) April 23, 2023, Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center, New York, NY

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2009 Anthony Roth Costanzo, coutertenor 2001 Lawrence Brownlee, tenor 1994 Stephanie Blythe, mezz-soprano 1988 Renée Fleming, soprano 1968 Jessye Norman, soprano

Music International Grand Prix

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Music Teachers National Association Competitions

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NATS Art Song Composition Award

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NATS Artist Awards (NATSAA)

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National Musical Theatre Competition

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NATS National Student Auditions

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National Chopin Piano Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The next National Chopin Piano Competition will be held in 2025. Open to U.S. citizens who perform at a professional level and held every five years, the National Competition follows the rules of the International Chopin Competition in Warsaw. U.S. top winners are automatically accepted to compete in Warsaw. MAIN OFFICE 1440 79th Street Causeway, Suite 117 Miami, FL 33141 UNITED STATES info@chopin.org WEBSITE https://www.chopin.org ELIGIBILITY The National Chopin Piano Competition is open to pianists holding U.S. citizenship (native born or naturalized) between the ages of 16 and 30. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Quinquennial
First prize	More than $50,000
Smallest prize	$5,000 to $10,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	Kevin Kenner, faculty member of the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami
Additional jurors	Ning An, U.S., winner of 2000 National Chopin & 2003 William Kapell Int l Piano Competitions; Edward Auer, U.S., prizewinner of the 1965 International Chopin Competition; Dean Kramer, U.S., prizewinner of 1975 Int'l Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw; Jon Nakamatsu, U.S., gold medalist at 1997 Van Cliburn Int'l, 1995 National Chopin Competitions; Ewa Poblocka, Poland, prizewinner of the 1980 Int'l Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw; Antonio Pompa-Baldi, U.S., winner of the 1999 Cleveland International Piano Competition; Katarzyna Popowa-Zydron, Poland, acclaimed piano pedagogue and jury member of top competitions; Margarita Shevchenko, Russia/U.S., prizewinner of the Cleveland and Chopin Int'l Piano Competitions
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$100
Application deadline	November 1, 2024
Application notes	This competition is held every five years.
FINALS (live rounds) February 2025, Miami, FL

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2020 Avery Gagliano 2015 Eric Lu 2010 Claire Huangci 2005 Mei-Ting Sun 2000 Ning An

National Federation of Music Clubs

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The Walter W. Naumburg Foundation

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Formed in 1925, the Walter W Naumburg Foundation holds competitions to advance the careers of young classical musicians. First prize includes a cash award of $25,000, two fully subsidized New York recitals and a commissioned work. Second prize is $15,000 and third prize is $10,000. MAIN OFFICE 130 Claremont Avenue New York, NY 10027 UNITED STATES debra.kinzler@naumburg.org WEBSITE https://www.naumburg.org/piano-competition ELIGIBILITY The competition is open to pianists of every nationality. The competitors may not be under the age of 18 years of age or more than 31 years of age. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	$5,000 to $10,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Anton Nel, Pianist, former winner and Ursula Oppens, pianist, board member
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$125
Application deadline	August 28, 2023
Application notes	Repertoire choices and recorded performances should illustrate the extent of your technical command, variety of your interpretative abilities, and your understanding of different performance styles.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) November 2, 2023, New York, NY
FINALS (live rounds) November 4, 2023, New York, NY

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2010 Sonya Kate Lee, piano 1997 Steven Osborne, piano 1987 Anton Nel, piano 1983 Stephen Hough, piano 1974 André-Michel Schub, piano

Michael Ludwig Nemmers Prize in Music Composition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Established in 2003 by the Northwestern University Bienen School of Music, the Michael Ludwig Nemmers Prize in Music Composition honors classical composers of outstanding achievement. The winner receives $100,000 and is expected to participate in two nonconsecutive weeks of residency at the Bienen School. MAIN OFFICE Bienen School of Music Northwestern University Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts 70 Arts Circle Drive Evanston, IL 60208 UNITED STATES nemmersmusic@northwestern.edu WEBSITE https://www.music.northwestern.edu/nemmers ELIGIBILITY The Michael Ludwig Nemmers Prize in Music Composition honors classical music composer of outstanding achievement. The prize is open to living classical composers without regard to citizenship. Submit nominations by email. The recipient is expected to participate in two nonconsecutive residencies at the Bienen School. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Composition PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	More than $50,000
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	1 to 5
Application deadline	February 1, 2023

PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2021 William Bolcom 2018 Jennifer Higdon 2016 Steve Reich 2014 Esa-Pekka Salonen 2010 John Luther Adams

Neue Stimmen International Singing Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION NEUE STIMMEN is a unique platform designed to promote the careers of young opera singers. Aside from discovering talents, we offer long term advice and provide personalized support. Singers are offered to participate in concerts, master classes, workshops and career coaching seminars. Former participants benefit from our international partner network. MAIN OFFICE Liz Mohn Center Carl-Bertelsmann-Str. 256 33311 Gütersloh GERMANY info@neue-stimmen.de WEBSITE https://www.neue-stimmen.de ELIGIBILITY Singers of any nationality; women up to 30 years of age, born on or after October 13, 1993; men up to 30 years of age, born on or after October 13, 1993 ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	€5,000 to €10,000
Additional prizes	Performances Managemnet
Jury chair	Dominique Meyer, director, La Scala, Milan
Additional jurors	Sophie de Lint, director, Dutch National Opera; Sophie Joyce, casting director, Opéra National de Paris; Bernd Loebe, general director, Opera Frankfurt; Elisabeth Sobotka, general director, Bregenz Festival; designated director, Staatsoper Berlin; Evamaria Wieser, artistic director, Salzburg Festival and European casting consultant, Lyric Opera of Chicago; Christoph Seuferle, artistic director, Deutsche Oper Berlin
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	No fee
Application deadline	January 31, 2024
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) April - July 2024, taking place in approximately 15 cities worldwide, such as Amsterdam, Berlin, Cape Town, Chicago, Frankfurt, London, Milan, Munich, New York, Paris, Riga, Vienna, Warsaw, Washington DC, Zurich
FINALS (live rounds) October 2024, Gütersloh, Germany

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2019 Long Long, tenor 2015 Elsa Dreisig, soprano 2013 Nadine Sierra and Nicole Car, sopranos 2007 Marina Rebeka, soprano 2003 Franco Fagioli, countertenor 1991 Michael Volle, baritone

Carl Nielsen International Chamber Music Competition for string quartet and wind quintet 2023

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Carl Nielsen International Chamber Music Competition for String Quartet & Wind Quintet is established to create more focus on the chamber music works of Carl Nielsen. It is arranged by three major Danish cultural organizations in Denmark: The Royal Danish Academy of Music, The Royal Library and Danish Broadcasting Corporation. MAIN OFFICE Carl Nielsen International Chamber Music Competition c/o DR Emil Holms Kanal 20, opg.5-3 DK-0999 Copenhagen C DENMARK mrrb@dr.dk WEBSITE https://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) Piano • Voice • String Quartet • Wind Quintet PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Quadrennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Jury chair(s)	Günter Pichler, chairman, String Quartet; Bjørn Carl Nielsen, chairman, Wind Quintet
Additional jurors	Marie Chilemme, viola, Quatuor Ébène; Gunvor Sihm, violin, Nightingale String Quartet and Danish National Symphony Orchestra; Sergei Bresler, violin, Jerusalem String Quartet; Marie Bitlloch, cello, Elias String Quartet; Frøydis Ree Wekre, french horn, professor emeritus, Norwegian Academy of Music, Oslo; Ulla Miilmann, principal flute, Danish National Symphony Orchestra; associate professor, Royal Danish Academy of Music, Copenhagen; Olivier Stankiewicz, principal oboe, London Symphony Orchestra; professor, Royal College of Music, London; Ole Kristian Dahl, principal bassoon, Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra; professor, University of Music and Performing Arts, Mannheim
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€100
Application deadline	November 22, 2022
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) April 12-13, 2023, Koncerthuset (Danish Broadcasting Corporation's Studio 2), Copenhagen, Denmark; April 14-15, 2023, The Royal Library, Copenhagen, Denmark
FINALS (live rounds) April 16, 2023, The Royal Danish Academy of Music, Concert Hall, Copenhagen, Denmark

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS Quatuor Arod Carl Nielsen - Kvintetten

Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Founded in 2016, the Competition provides violinists, age 16 to 32, with management, communications, community engagement and concert opportunities in addition to a monetary prize. These career development tools demonstrate the EOIVC’s dedication to developing young musicians and their ongoing commitment to engaging with the communities they serve. MAIN OFFICE 3601 North Military Trail Boca Raton FL 33431 UNITED STATES jarbetter@elmaroliveiraivc.org WEBSITE https://www.elmaroliveiraivc.org/ ELIGIBILITY Violinists must be16 years at the time of submission and may not be more than 32 years of age by the conclusion of the competition. Submissions open March 27, 2019. EOIVC 2020 will conclude on January 26, 2020. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Strings • Violin PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	$5,000 to $10,000
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chair	Andrés Cardenes
Additional jurors	Scott Flavin; Ilya Kaler; Ida Kavafian; Irina Muresanu; Almita Vamos; Peter Zazofsky; David Cerone, jury alternate
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$125
Application deadline	September 29, 2022
Application notes	Applicants, who meet the age requirements, must have also completed and submitted the following: the EOIVC entry form, EOIVC Rules and Regulations, Media Release, and Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form as well as supply a copy of a valid passport, the $125 entry fee, and the required repertoire via YouTube link by the submission deadline, 11:59 pm ET, September 27, 2022. Application forms as well as all documents and repertoire can be found on the EOIVC’s website.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) Lynn Conservatory of Music; Boca Raton, FL: January 18-21, 2023, quarter final round; January 24-25, 2023, semifinal round
FINALS (live rounds) January 28-29, 2023, Elaine and Keith C. Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center, Lynn Conservatory of Music, Boca Raton, FL

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2020 Julian Rhee, 1st prize; Jung Min Choi, 2nd prize; Igor Khukhua, 3rd prize 2017 Sirena Huang, 1st prize; Alina Ming Kobialka, 2nd prize; Hannah Tarley, 3rd prize

Operalia

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Operalia’s goal is to discover and help launch the careers of the most promising young opera singers of today MAIN OFFICE 155 West 70th Street New York, NY 10023 UNITED STATES Info@operaliacompetition.com WEBSITE https://www.operaliacompetition.org ELIGIBILITY All voice types between the ages 20 and 32 ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Annual
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	$5,000 to $10,000
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	11 or more
Application deadline	May 1, 2023
FINALS (live rounds) Opera and Zarzuela finalists

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Osaka International Chamber Music Competition 2023

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Osaka International Chamber Music Competition comprised Section One and Section Two. Among the many forms of chamber music, the String Quartet has been placed in the Section One for all past editions. The Section Two will open for Piano Trio and Piano Quartet for 2023. MAIN OFFICE 1-3-50 Shiromi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 540-8510 JAPAN osaka-comp@jcmf.or.jp WEBSITE https://www.jcmf.or.jp/competition-festa/en/ ELIGIBILITY Applicants shall be ensembles of musicians of any nationality whose members were born after May 1, 1984. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano • Strings PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	¥2.5 million
Smallest prize	¥800,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	Tsuyoshi Tsutsumi, chairman, cello, eirector general, Suntory Foundation for Arts
Additional jurors	Martin Beaver, violin, former Tokyo String Quartet member; Weigang Li, violin, Shanghai Quartet; Kazuki Sawa, violin, president, Tokyo University of the Arts; Monika Henschel, viola, Henschel Quartet; Mai Motobuchi, viola, former Borromeo String Quartet member; Alasdair Tait, cello, former Belcea Quartet member; Vincent Coq, piano, Trio Wanderer; Eckart Heiligers, piano, Trio Jean Paul; Shigeo Neriki, piano, distinguished professor, Toho Gakuen School of Music
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	¥20,000 per ensemble
Application deadline	October 10, 2022
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) May 15-16, 2023, Izumi Hall, Osaka, Japan
FINALS (live rounds) May 18, 2023, Izumi Hall, Osaka, Japan

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2017 Aizuri String Quartet 2014 Arcadia String Quartet 2011 Attacca String Quartet 2017 Quatuor Zahir, saxophone quartet 2014 Trio Rafale, piano trio

The Parkening International Guitar Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Parkening International Guitar Competition honors Christopher Parkening's lifetime commitment to fostering musical excellence in young artists as demonstrated by his mentor the great Spanish guitarist Andrés Segovia. It is held on the beautiful campus of Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA, where Christopher Parkening is Distinguished Professor of Music. MAIN OFFICE 24255 Pacific Coast Highway Malibu, CA 90263-4594 UNITED STATES theparkening@pepperdine.edu WEBSITE https://arts.pepperdine.edu/parkening/ ELIGIBILITY To be announced ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Strings • Classical Guitar PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Quadrennial
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	$125
Application deadline	February 5, 2024
Application notes	Apply here
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) To be announced
FINALS (live rounds) To be announced

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2010 Andrea Roberto 2015 Meng Su 2012 Petrit Ceku 2009 Emanuele Buono 2006 Pablo Sainz Villegas

PianoArts

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION PianoArts semifinalists perform solo recitals and partner with a Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra violinist or cellist to rehearse and perform duo recitals. They speak about music and rehearse their presentations with a speaking coach. Finalists perform complete concertos with the MSO. Numerous prizes include PianoArts Fellowships and performances for diverse audiences. MAIN OFFICE 2642 North Summit Ave Milwaukee, WI 53211 UNITED STATES Info@PianoArts.org WEBSITE https://www.PianoArts.org ELIGIBILITY For pianists, ages 16 to 22, of any nationality, living or studying full time in North America. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	To be determined
Additional jurors	To be determined
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$175
Application deadline	January 28, 2024
Application notes	Preliminary round video submission due February 12, 2024.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) May 30, 2024, Wisconsin Conservatory of Music, Milwaukee, WI, piano solo and collaborative recitals
FINALS (live rounds) June 4, 2024, Bradley Symphony Center, Milwaukee, WI, piano concerto round with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Solomon Ge 2018 Tianyuan Liu 2016 Aristo Sham 2012 Sahun Hong 2006 Michelle Naughton 1999 Elizabeth Joy Roe

Plowman Chamber Music Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Since 2006, The Plowman Chamber Music Competition has provided an opportunity for aspiring chamber musicians to perform live in front of an audience and a panel of judges for cash awards totaling over $10,000, including $5000 Grand Prize and a concert at the Odyssey Chamber Music Series in 2024. MAIN OFFICE Plowman Chamber Music Competition c/o Odyssey First Baptist Church 1112 E Broadway Columbia, MO 65201-4910 UNITED STATES info@plowmancompetition.org WEBSITE https://www.plowmancompetition.org/ ELIGIBILITY Open to instrumental ensembles of three to six players. Members must be interested in, or already pursuing a career in music. Ensembles with management as of March 2023 are not eligible. The ensemble may not have more than one piano. Complete details here. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano • Strings • Woodwinds • Brass • Percussion

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	Amit Peled, Peabody
Additional jurors	Jeff Scott, horn; Lucille Chung, piano
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	$40; $50 after February 10
Application deadline	February 17, 2023
Application notes	Due to COVID-19, the 10th Plowman Competition has been rescheduled to March 25-26, 2023. Late application deadline is February 17, 2023.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) March 25, 2023, First Baptist Church, Columbia, MO
FINALS (live rounds) March 26, 2023, Missouri Theatre, Columbia, MO

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2019 Soma Quartet 2017 Vera String Quartet 2013 Project Fusion 2011 Akropolis Reed Quintet and Aeolus String Quartet, co-winners 2008 Jasper String Quartet

Princess Astrid International Music Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Established in 1953, this biennial competition hosted by the Trondheim Symfoniorkester & Opera rotates between violin (2024) and conducting (2026). A world-wide scope of talented candidates are invited to be assessed by an internationally distinguished jury. Princess Astrid, Mrs. Ferner of Norway is royal patron of the competition. MAIN OFFICE 7010 Trondheim Kjøpmannsgata 46 NORWAY aase@tso.no WEBSITE https://www.tso.no/competition ELIGIBILITY The competition is open to violinists of all nationalities below the age of 30 at the time of the competition. The candidate must give mandatory information such as name, date of birth, nationality, address and e-mail, as well as upload a CV, biography, artist picture and two application videos. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Violin • Conducting PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	NOK 10,000 to 50,000
Smallest prize	Less than NOK 5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	To be announced
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	NOK 25
Application deadline	April 1, 2024
Application notes	Application closing date to be announced
FINALS (live rounds) in Olavshallen, Trondheim, Norway, public concert with Trondheim Symfoniorkester & Opera

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Alvin Ho, conducting 2021 Yukari Ohno, violin 2018 Yuwon Kim, conducting 2016 Mayumi Kanagawa, violin 2014 Elena Schwarz, conducting 2012 Miriam Helms Ålien, violin 2010 Jie Zhang, piano

Queen Elisabeth Competition - Belgium

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Since its creation in 1937, the Queen Elisabeth Competition has been one of the most demanding and widely publicized international competitions. It has established itself as a springboard for young violinists, pianists, singers, and cellists on the threshold of an international career. MAIN OFFICE Rue aux Laines, 20 1000 Brussels BELGIUM info@queenelisabethcompetition.be WEBSITE https://www.queenelisabethcompetition.be ELIGIBILITY 2023 Voice: at least 18 and have not yet reached the age of 33 on December 31, 2022. The upper age limit has been raised by one year for the voice session 2023, violin 2024 and piano 2025. More information here. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano • Strings • Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Annual
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Gilles Ledure, instrumental sessions; Bernard Foccroulle, voice sessions
Jury size	11 or more
Application fee	€100
Application deadline	December 7, 2022
Application notes	Voice session: December 7, 2022 2024 violin session: December 2023; 2025 piano session: December 2024
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) Flagey, Brussels, Belgium: Voice 2023, May 21-25, 2023; Violin 2024, May 6-18, 2024; Piano 2025, April 28 - May 17, 2025
FINALS (live rounds) Centre for Fine Arts, Brussels, Belgium: Voice 2023, June 1-3, 2023; Violin 2024, May 27 - June 1, 2024; Piano 2025, May 26-31, 2025

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2017 Victor Julien-LaFerrière, France, cello 2018 Samuel Hasselhorn, Germany, baritone 2019 Stella Chen, violin 2021 Jonathan Fournel, France, piano 2022 Hayoung Choi, Korea, cello

Queen Sonja Singing Competition

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The 17th Arthur Rubinstein International Piano Master Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Competition dates: March 14 - April 1, 2023 Stage I: recitals (35 to 40 minutes); Stage II: recitals (50 to 60 minutes); Final Stage (three concerts): Chamber Music, Classical Concerto, Grand Concerto. Over $120,000 cash prizes; free hotel accommodation; partial coverage of flight expenses; a practice piano in each hotel room. MAIN OFFICE 9 Bilu Street Tel Aviv 6522214 ISRAEL competition@arims.org.il WEBSITE https://www.arims.org.il ELIGIBILITY The Competition is open to pianists of all nationalities; age limit: 18 to 32 years of age. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	Arie Vardi, pianist, conductor, and piano pedagogue
Additional jurors	Noriko Ogawa, Japan; Robert Levin, U.S.; Yoheved Kaplinsky, U.S./Israel; Katarzyna Popowa-Zydron, Poland/Bulgaria; Emil Naoumoff, Bulgaria; Ronan O'Hora, United Kingdom; Asaf Zohar, Israel; Arie Vardi, Israel; Xiaohan Wang, China; Janina Fialkovska, Canada
Jury size	11 or more
Application fee	$180
Application deadline	June 1, 2022
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) March 14-20, 2023, Stage I recitals; March 21-23, 2023, Stage II recitals, Tel Aviv Museum of Art, Israel
FINALS (live rounds) March 24-25, 2023, Chamber Music, Tel Aviv Museum of Art, Israel March 26-27, 2023, Classical Concerto, Charles Bronfman Auditorium, Tel Aviv, Israel March 29-30, 2023, Grand Concerto, Charles Bronfman Auditorium, Tel Aviv, Israel

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2021 Juan Perez Floristan 2017 Szymon Nehring 2011 Daniil Trifonov 2011 Boris Giltburg 2008 Khatia Buniatishvili 2005 Igor Levitt 2001 Kirill Gerstein 1974 Emanuel Ax

Schadt National String Competition

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Schoenfeld International String Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Schoenfeld International String Competition was founded in 2013 in honor of the violinist Alice Schoenfeld and the cellist Eleonore Schoenfeld, both legendary performers and pedagogues. As a member of WFIMC, the Schoenfeld aims to build a multifaceted platform for gifted violinists, cellists, and chamber music performers all over world. MAIN OFFICE Los Angeles, CA UNITED STATES info@schoenfeldcompetition.com WEBSITE https://schoenfeldcompetition.com ELIGIBILITY The Competition is open to competitors from all nations; previous 1st and 2nd prize winners' resubmissions will not be accepted; age limit: not over 31 years old (but adjusted for the postponed 5th edition). ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano • Strings • Chamber Music: String Quartet (two violins, viola, cello); Piano Trio (violin, cello, piano); Piano Quartet (violin, viola, cello, piano) PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chairs	Jean-Jacques Kantorow, violin; Arto Noras, cello
Additional jurors	Michael Frischenschlager, Austria; Lina Yu, China; Jinjoo Cho, United States/Korea; Linus Roth, Germany; Claudio Bohórquez, Germany; Alexander Chaushian, United Kingdom/Armenia; Young-Chang Cho, Germany/Korea; Stefan Popov, United Kingdom/Bulgaria; Marek Szpakiewicz, United States/Poland; others to be announced
Jury size	11 or more
Application fee	$135 (violin and cello divisions), $200 (chamber music)
Application deadline	April 15, 2020
Application notes	2023 edition is postponed from 2020 edition. The application is closed in 2020, with all the live-round candidates selected, therefore we will not accept applications for the competition in 2022.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) September 14, 2023, Harbin Conservatory of Music, Harbin, China; semiffnal round for Violin & Cello Divisions
FINALS (live rounds) Harbin Conservatory of Music, Harbin, China: September 15, 2023, Chamber Music Division / Jury Concert; September 16, 2023, Violin & Cello Divisions / Jury Concert; September 18, 2023, award ceremony

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2013 Jinjoo Cho, violin; Julian Schwarz, cello; Gloucester Quartet, chamber music 2014 Ji-won Song, violin; Ja-Kyoung Huh, cello; Goldmund Quartet, chamber music 2016 Andi Zhang & Yun Tang, violin, co winners; Christoph Croise, cello; Notos Quartet, chamber music 2018 Lorenz Chen, violin; Zlatomir Fung, cello; Ulysses Quartet, chamber music

Shanghai Isaac Stern International Violin Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The fourth edition of Shanghai's world-class violin competition, Shanghai Isaac Stern International Violin Competition (SISIVC), will be held in Shanghai, China, and has a grand prize of $100,000. MAIN OFFICE No. 1380 Middle Fuxing Road Shanghai 200031 CHINA adminoffice@shcompetition.com WEBSITE https://sisivc.shsymphony.com/home ELIGIBILITY The Competition is open to all participants between the ages 16 and 33. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	More than $50,000
Smallest prize	$5,000 to $10,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chairs	David Stern and Vera Tsu Weiling
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	11 or more
Application fee	$100
Application deadline	To be announced
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) Date to be announced, Shanghai Symphony Hall, Shanghai, China
FINALS (live rounds) Date to be announced, Shanghai Symphony Hall, Shanghai, China

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2018 Nancy Zhou 2016 Mayu Kishima

XIII International Jean Sibelius Violin Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION XIII International Jean Sibelius Violin Competition will be held in Helsinki in 2025. First and second rounds with pianist and finals with two symphony orchestras; Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra and Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra. MAIN OFFICE Sibelius Academy PO Box 38 FI-00097 Uniarts FINLAND paivi.pousar@uniarts.fi WEBSITE https://www.sibeliuscompetition.fi/en/home.html ELIGIBILITY Open to all violinists born in or after 1995. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Strings • Violin PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Quinquennial
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	To be announced
Application deadline	February 3, 2025
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) To be announced
FINALS (live rounds) Helsinki Music Centre, Helsinki, Finland; violin solo with two symphony orchestras, Sibelius Violin Concerto and a volitional concerto listed in the rules.

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Inmo Yang 2015 Christel Lee 2010 Nikita Boriso-Glebsky 2005 Alina Pogotskina 2000 Sergei Khachatryan

Claudette Sorel Piano Competition and Fellows Program at Fredonia

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Sphinx Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Sphinx Competition offers young Black and Latinx 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 2200 Hunt Street, Suite 461 Detroit MI 48207 UNITED STATES Competition@SphinxMusic.org WEBSITE https://www.SphinxMusic.org ELIGIBILITY The competition is open to all Black and Latinx string players residing in the U.S. who are junior high, high school, and college age. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Strings PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	$10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	$0
Application deadline	October 20, 2022
Application notes	Submit applications here
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) January 25, 2024, Detroit, MI
FINALS (live rounds) January 27, 2024, Detroit, MI

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Kebra-Seyoun Charles, senior division, bass; Jonathan Okseniuk, junior division, violin 2021 Samuel Vargas, senior division, violin; Amaryn Olmeda, junior division, violin 2020 Gabriel Martins, senior division, cello; 2020 Esme Arias-Kim, junior division, violin

Wilhelm Stenhammar International Music Competition (WSIMC)

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Wilhelm Stenhammar International Music Competition (WSIMC) started 2006 in Norrköping Sweden by Sonja Stenhammar and has after that been held every second year. The competition has an obligatory part, where the contestants must perform a work of Wilhelm Stenhammar, the famous swedish composer. MAIN OFFICE Holmengatan 14 602 32 Norrköping SWEDEN stenhammarcompetition@norrkoping.se WEBSITE https://www.stenhammarcompetition.se ELIGIBILITY Critera: six opera arias from different periods, two from WSIMC obligatory repertoire; three arias from oratorio, passion, mass, cantata or concert aria repertoire; four Lieder/songs in different styles; one piece by Wilhelm Stenhammar ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	SEK 10,000 to 50,000
Smallest prize	Less than SEK 5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	To be announced
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€130
Application deadline	February 15, 2024
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) June 10-11, 2024, Louis de Geer Concert Hall, Norrkoping, Sweden
FINALS (live rounds) June 13, 2024, Louis de Geer Concert Hall, Norrköping, Sweden

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Vera Talerko, Latvia 2020 Cancelled by COVID-19 2018 Yohan Kim, South Korea, tenor 2016 Christina Nilsson, Swden soprano 2014 Chrystal E. Williams, United States, mezzosoprano 2012 Daniel Johansson, Sweden, tenor, and Alexandra Popandopulo, Russia, soprano 2010 Jeasig Lee, South Korea, tenor

Stulberg International String Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Established in 1975, the Stulberg is one of the longest-standing string competitions in the country. Its uniqueness stems from its focus on young string musicians, its high caliber of judges, its reputation for excellence, and its longevity. MAIN OFFICE 359 South Kalamazoo Mall, Suite 14 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 UNITED STATES info@stulbergcomp.org WEBSITE https://www.stulberg.org ELIGIBILITY The Stulberg is open to students of violin, viola, cello or double bass. Applicants must be under the age of 20 on the January 1 prior to that year's competition. Proof of date of birth will be required. Current students of that year's judges are not eligible to apply. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Strings PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policies/procedures for this competition

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	Less than $10,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Additional jurors	Benjamin Beilman, violin; Anthony Elliott, cello; Jessie Montgomery, composer/violin
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	$140
Application deadline	February 1, 2023
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) Dalton Recital Hall, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI: May 19, 2023, Bach Prize Award; May 20, 2023, semifinals
FINALS (live rounds) May 20, 2023, Dalton Recital Hall, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2012 Matthew Lipman, viola 2007 Benjamin Beilman, violin 2005 Jinjoo Cho, violin 1992 Jennifer Koh, violin 1981 Joshua Bell, violin

Sydney International Piano Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Sydney International Piano Competition will be held 5-22 July 2023. After the disruptions of recent years the live event will again be held over 3 weeks involving solo recitals, chamber music rounds and the final rounds with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House. MAIN OFFICE PO Box R104 Royal Exchange NSW 1225 AUSTRALIA info@thesydney.com.au WEBSITE https://thesydney.com.au ELIGIBILITY Must be 18 to 32 years of age ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policies/procedures for this competition

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	AUD $10,000 to $50,000
Smallest prize	Less than AUD $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
	Management
Jury chair(s)	Piers Lane AO, artistic director
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	AUD $205
Application deadline	April 11, 2022
Application notes	Full rules, regulations and entry requirements
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) July 5, opening gala; July 6-10, preliminary round; July 12-15, semifinal round, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Sydney, Australia
FINALS (live rounds) July 18-22, 2023, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2021 Alexander Gadjiev 2016 Andrey Gugnin 2012 Avan Yu 2008 Konstantin Shamray 2004 John Chen

Takamatsu International Piano Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Takamatsu International Piano Competition is an artistic event that provides a forum to bring together top musicians from all over the world. Encouraging young people to pursue their dreams and goals of self-development, the competition also aims to foster a new culture of music in the local area. MAIN OFFICE Central Tamachi Bldg. 6F 11-5 Tamachi, Takamatsu, Kagawa 760-0053 JAPAN info@tipc.jp WEBSITE https://www.tipc.jp/english_index.html ELIGIBILITY Individuals born between January 1, 1987, and January 1, 2007 (this eligibility is for the 5th Takamatsu International Piano Competition) ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Quadrennial
First prize	¥3 million
Smallest prize	¥200,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	Shuku Iwasaki, pianist
Additional jurors	Susumu Aoyagi, pianist; Edward Auer, pianist; Vincenzo Balzani, pianist; Pascal Devoyon, pianist; Jan Jiracek von Arnim, pianist; Piotr Paleczny, pianist; Andrey Pisarev, pianist; Antti Siirala, pianist
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	¥20,000 entry fee
Application deadline	September 20, 2021
Application notes	The deadline above was for the 5th Takamatsu International Piano Competition; the application deadline for the 6th edition will be announced.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) February 18 - 19, 2023, Small Hall, Rexxam Hall, Takamatsu, Japan
FINALS (live rounds) February 22 - 23, 2023, Main Hall, Rexxam Hall, Takamatsu, Japan

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2018 Yasuko Furumi, Japan 2014 Chloe Jiyeong Mun, South Korea 2010 Alexander Yakovlev, Russia 2006 Pavel Gintov, Ukraine

Toru Takemitsu Composition Award 2024

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Cash Award Cash Award the total sum of 3,000,000JPY each year. The judge may withhold the prize. The composers whose works are selected to be performed at the final selection will be invited to attend. MAIN OFFICE 3-20-2 Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku Tokyo 163-1403 JAPAN award@toccf.com WEBSITE https://www.operacity.jp/en/concert/award/index.php ELIGIBILITY Any person, regardless of nationality, who is not over 35 years old at the end of the year his/her application is submitted. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Composition

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Annual
First prize	¥1.3 million to ¥6.5 million
Smallest prize	Less than ¥650,000
Jury chair(s)	Mark-Anthony Turnage
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	Free
Application deadline	September 29, 2023
Application notes	Please submit 2 copies of the bound score, together with a completed entry form to the following office by the above deadlines. Mailed entries must be received by the above dates. Receipt of entries on the last day will close at 6:00 p.m. (Japan time).
FINALS (live rounds) May 26, 2024, Tokyo Opera City Concert Hal, Tokyo, Japan

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Takuto Muromoto, Japan, 1st prize Andrea Mattevi, Italy, 2nd prize Omar Hernández Lazo, Mexico; Mehmet Ӧzkan, Turkey/Bulgaria, 3rd prize

Rosalyn Tureck International Bach Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Eighth TIBC welcomes pianists ages 8 to 28 from the world over who pursue the musical ideals espoused by the late Mme. Rosalyn Tureck. The competition consists of eight categories divided by repertoire difficulty. Competitors may compete in up to three categories and are required to perform a contemporary work. MAIN OFFICE 23 West 73rd Street New York City, NY10023 UNITED STATES TureckBach@gmail.com WEBSITE https://Www.tureckbachcompetition.com ELIGIBILITY 8 to 28 years old, based on eligibility for certain categories. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policies/procedures for this competition

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	Less than $10,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	To be announced
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	$180
Application deadline	March 1, 2025
Application notes	March 1, 2025: Deadline to submit preliminary unedited YouTube link with repertoire intended to be performed.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) April 2025 (exact date to be announced, live on Zoom
FINALS (live rounds) Date to be announced, Gala Winners Concert, DiMenna Center for Classical Music, New York, NY

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2017 Tony Siqi Yun, Canada 2015 Angela Lee, United States 2010 Hilda Huang, United States 2008 Phoebe Pan, United States 2013 Allison To, United States

39th Valsesia Musica International Competition 2023

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Valsesia Musica competition (former Viotti Valsesia) started in 1981 to promote young talented musicians as well as Valsesia, the greenest valley in Italy. It is divided in different sections: violin and orchestra, piano, voice and a juniores contest for piano and strings. MAIN OFFICE corso Roma, 35 I- 13019 Varallo (VC) ITALY info@valsesiamusica.com WEBSITE https://www.valsesiamusica.com ELIGIBILITY Open to violinists, singers and pianists from all over the world up to 37 years old ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano • Strings • Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	Less than €10,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Jury chair(s)	To be announced
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	€120
Application deadline	September 30, 2023
Application notes	Autumn 2023: violin and orchestra; piano
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) Autumn (dates to be announced), violin and orchestra, Teatro Civico in Varallo (VC), Italy
FINALS (live rounds) Autumn (dates to be announced), violin and orchestra, piano, Teatro Civico in Varallo (VC), Italy

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Gyungmin Gwon, voice, 2nd prize; 1st prize not awarded 2021 Elias David Moncado, violin and orchestra 2021 Artem Kuznetsov and Noah Zhou, piano

Viotti International Music Competition, Vercelli

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Viotti International Music Competition, established in Vercelli in 1950 by Joseph Robbone, is one of the most prestigious Italian music competitions and its prize-winners have often reached the top of artistic career. It is renowned for its high standards for its high standards, awards and prestigious jury. MAIN OFFICE Via Monte di Pietà 39 13100 Vercelli ITALY info@concorsoviotti.it WEBSITE https://www.concorsoviotti.it ELIGIBILITY The Competition 2023 is open to pianists of all nationalities; the age limit is 32. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano • Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	€10,000 to €50,000
Smallest prize	Less than €5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Pietro Borgonovo, artistic director, Viotti Music Competition
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	€120
Application deadline	July 9, 2023
Application notes	The two disciplines of the Viotti Competition, voice and piano, alternating from year to year. The deadlines for each competition are scheduled in July of the same year.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) October 6-8, 2023, first round; October 9-10, 2023, second round; October 11, 2023, semifinal, City Theatre of Vercelli, Vercelli, Italy
FINALS (live rounds) October 14, 2023, final with Orchestra Sinfonica di Milano, City Theatre of Vercelli, Vercelli, Italy

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2012 Teresa Romano, soprano 2013 Jonathan Fournel, pianist 2014 Kristina Mkhitaryan, soprano 2015 Ilya Maximov, pianist 2016 Chan Hee Cho, bass 2017 Konstantin Emelianov, pianist 2018 ByeongMin Gil, bass; Konstantin Krimmel, baritone 2019 Ziyu Liu, pianist 2021 Jihoon Son, tenor

VSA International Young Musicians

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Each year outstanding young musicians with disabilities from around the world receive the VSA International Young Musicians Award, ($2,000) and the opportunity to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC. MAIN OFFICE 2700 F Street NW Washington, DC 20566 UNITED STATES vsainfo@kennedy-center.org WEBSITE https://www.kennedy-center.org/education/opportunities-for-artists/competitions-and-commissions/vsa-international-young-musicians/ ELIGIBILITY Musicians with disabilities between the ages of 14 to 25 ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) All Instruments and Genres PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policies/procedures for this competition

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	Yes
Frequency	Annual
First prize	Less than $10,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Not provided
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	$0
Application deadline	January 18, 2022
FINALS (live rounds) July 2023, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC

PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Matthew Whitaker, jazz piano 2019 Avery Dixon, saxophone 2012 Justin Kauflin, jazz piano 2011 Mandy Harvey, vocalist 2010 Blessing Offor, vocalist

Wideman International Piano Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION To encourage and promote young pianist with an opportunity to play with an orchestra, give recitals and win cash prizes. Please visit our website for more information on prizes, winner's recitals and application. MAIN OFFICE 2900 Wheless Avenue Shreveport, LA 71104 UNITED STATES widemanpianocompetition@gmail.com WEBSITE https://www.widemanpianocompetition.com ELIGIBILITY 18 to 29 years old by December 1, 2023, and residents of or studying in North America. See here for complete eligibility requirements. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	Less than $10,000
Smallest prize	Less than $5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair(s)	Alon Goldstein, artistic director
Jury size	1 to 5
Application fee	$150
Application deadline	October 13, 2023
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) December 1-2, 2023, Hurley School of Music, Centenary College, Shreveport, LA
FINALS (live rounds) December 3, 2023, Hurley School of Music, Centenary College, Shreveport, LA

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2021 Zheyu Jiang 2019 Simon Karakulidi 2018 Dominic Muzzi 2017 Yinuo Wang and Mei Li, shared award 2016 Tzu-Lin Huang 2015 Aristo Sham

Wigmore Hall/Bollinger International Song Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Competition celebrates the art of the song recital and honours the Lied’s place at the heart of the genre. The Competition has grown in status and prestige since its foundation in 1997 and continues to attract international singers and pianists keen to embark on significant recital careers. MAIN OFFICE Wigmore Hall 36 Wigmore Street London W1U 2BP United Kingdom UNITED KINGDOM songcompetition@wigmore-hall.org.uk WEBSITE https://wigmore-hall.org.uk/song-competition/wigmore-hall-bollinger-international-song-competition ELIGIBILITY All singers and accompanying pianists must be under 33 at the start date of the Competition for which they are applying. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Piano • Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Biennial
First prize	£10,000
Smallest prize	Less than £5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	John Gilhooly OBE, director, Wigmore Hall
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	£25; (initial); £35 (if selected)
Application deadline	March 7, 2024
Application notes	Applications must be received by 1 pm GMT (UK time), March 7, 2024; please note that this date is subject to change.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) September 10, 2024, Wigmore Hall, London, United Kingdom
FINALS (live rounds) September 12, 2024, Wigmore Hall, London, United Kingdom

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Laurence Kilsby, tenor 2019 Mikhail Timoshenko, bass-baritone 2017 Julien Van Mellaerts, baritone 2015 Milan Siljanov, bass 2013 Timothy Fallon, tenor

Wigmore Hall International String Quartet Competition

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION The Wigmore Hall International String Quartet Competition is one of the most prestigious quartet competitions in the world. The Competition is held under the auspices of Wigmore Hall, the leading venue for chamber music. It attracts the best young quartets and offers excellent career development opportunities to prizewinners. MAIN OFFICE Wigmore Hall 36 Wigmore Street London W1U 2BP United Kingdom UNITED KINGDOM quartetcompetition@wigmore-hall.org.uk WEBSITE https://wigmore-hall.org.uk/string-quartet-competition/wigmore-hall-international-string-quartet-competition ELIGIBILITY All members of quartets wishing to apply must be under 35 at the start date of the 2025 Competition. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Strings PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Triennial
First prize	£10,000
Smallest prize	Less than £5,000
Additional prizes	Performances
Jury chair	John Gilhooly OBE, director, Wigmore Hall
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	6 to 10
Application fee	£25; (initial); £35 (if selected)
Application deadline	October 10, 2024
Application notes	The application deadline for the 2025 Competition will be mid-October 2024; the above date is subject to change.
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) April 5, 2025, Wigmore Hall, London, United Kingdom
FINALS (live rounds) April 6, 2025, Wigmore Hall, London, United Kingdom

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2022 Leonkoro Quartet 2018 Esme Quartet 2015 Quatuor Van Kuijk 2012 Arcadia Quartet 2009 Danish String Quartet

Young Concert Artists International Auditions

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION Young Concert Artists Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to discovering and developing the careers of extraordinary classical musicians. The sole criteria are exceptional musicianship, virtuosity, and individuality. The musicians compete against a standard of excellence, not each other. There is no set number of winners. MAIN OFFICE 1776 Broadway, Suite 1500 New York, NY 10019 UNITED STATES auditions@yca.org WEBSITE https://www.yca.org/auditions ELIGIBILITY Applicants at the beginning of a musical career, who offer repertoire within the categories listed, provide two appropriate letters of recommendation, and are not under U.S. management. ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE(S) Composition • Piano • Strings • Voice PANDEMIC & SAFETY Policy/procedures information not provided

DETAILS
Travel Covered?	No
Frequency	Annual
First prize	No cash prizes awarded
Additional prizes	Performances Management
Jury chair(s)	Daniel Kellogg, president
Additional jurors	To be announced
Jury size	11 or more
Application fee	$55 early deadline; $85 final deadline
Application deadline	August 1, 2023
Application notes	Early deadline: June 1, 2023; final deadline: August 1, 2023
SEMIFINALS (live rounds) November 7-9, 2023, New York, NY
FINALS (live rounds) November 12, 2023, New York, NY

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PAST COMPETITION WINNERS 2012 Julia Bullock, soprano 2011 Paul Huang, violin 1997 Jeremy Denk, pianist 1984 Dawn Upshaw, soprano 1982 Carter Brey, cellist 1973 Emanuel Ax, pianist

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