competitions
violin
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Belgium |
Ysaÿe International Music Competition
The YSAŸE International Music Competition is dedicated to discovering and promoting exceptional young musical talent from around the world.
The Competition is open to violinists aged 33 or under,… |
period 4 Jan 2027 - 2 Jul 2027
closing date
other information
14 Dec 26 |
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Belgium |
Ysaÿe Rising Stars
The Next Generation of Excellence
Ysaÿe Rising Stars is the new international competition by YIMC, created especially for exceptional young musicians aged 13 and under in violin, cello, guitar, piano… |
period 22 Feb 2027 - 7 May 2027
closing date
other information
15 Dec 27 |
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Belgium |
Forte International Music Competition — Belgium
ONE ROUND COMPETITION WITHOUT PRE-SELECTION FORTE INTERNATIONAL MUSIC COMPETITION — BELGIUM is open to musicians from all around the world on Solo, Chamber Music, Piano Ensemble (DUO or 4 Hands):
For… |
period 3 Jul 2027
closing date
other information
15 Jun 27 |
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Italy |
International Violin Competition “Paolo Borciani”
International Violin Competition “Paolo Borciani”
Venice 19/21 February Jury President Ilya Grubert Winner Concert 21 February Teatro “ La Fenice Sale Apollinee “ 6 pm with “… |
period 19 Feb 2027 - 21 Feb 2027
closing date
other information
05 Feb 27 |
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Morocco |
Morocco Philharmonic Orchestra International Music Competition
The OPM Competition – Special Violin Edition is officially open for applications!
Calling all talented young violinists from around the world, aged 16 to 30, to take the stage with the Morocco… |
period 15 Feb 2027 - 21 Feb 2027
closing date
other information
20 Dec 26 |
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Poland |
24th International Georg Philipp Telemann Violin Competition
The International Georg Philipp Telemann Violin Competition has been held annually in Poznań, Poland, since 2004.
Its 24th edition will take place on June 26-28, 2027. The 24th edition is… |
period 26 Jun 2027 - 28 Jun 2027
closing date
other information
15 Mar 27 |
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United States |
Musicians Club of Women Annual Awards Competition 2027
The MCW Annual Awards Competition invites applications for both its Vocal (ages 18-30) and Instrumental (ages 16-30) Divisions.
The competition is open to women-identifying musicians residing in the… |
period 27 Oct 2026 - 4 Jan 2027
closing date
other information
04 Jan 27 |
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United States |
2027 Young Artists Competition
The Lowell Chamber Orchestra announces its sixth annual international concerto competition. The contest is geared to give young artists a chance to perform with the Lowell Chamber Orchestra (LCO)…
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period 11 Oct 2026 - 10 Jan 2027
closing date
other information
10 Jan 27 |
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Italy |
Mimas International Violin Competition - 10th Edition
Some stages change everything. 🎻 The Mimas International Violin Competition opens its doors to young violinists from all over the world, up to 35 years old.
Since 2018: 10 editions, 600… |
period 22 Oct 2026 - 4 Jan 2027
closing date
other information
11 Dec 26 |
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United States |
2027 Young Artists Competition
The Lowell Chamber Orchestra announces its sixth annual international concerto competition. The contest is geared to give young artists a chance to perform with the Lowell Chamber Orchestra (LCO)…
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period 11 Oct 2026 - 10 Jan 2027
closing date
other information
10 Jan 27 |
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United States |
2026 American Virtuoso International Music Competition Winter Edition
The 2026 AVIMC Winter Edition is now open to musicians from around the world, including piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, and chamber ensembles.
AVIMC provides a platform for performers… |
period 20 Jan 2027 - 25 Jan 2027
closing date
other information
01 Jan 27 |
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Italy |
Biennale Internazionale CONCORSO VIOLINISTICO “Todi città del violino” 2027
The "Todi Città del Violino" International Biennial returns from 5 to 7 March 2027. La Consolazione ETAB organises the competition, with violinist and teacher Luca Venturi as artistic director. The…
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period 5 Oct 2026 - 7 Mar 2027
closing date
other information
09 Dec 26 |
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Croatia |
Vivaldi with Sokolov
Vivaldi with Sokolov is an international online selection offering three violinists the opportunity to perform alongside internationally acclaimed violinist and pedagogue Valeriy Sokolov in Zagreb.…
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period 16 Dec 2026 - 20 Dec 2026
closing date
other information
15 Dec 26 |
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Belgium |
11th Leonid Kogan International Competition for Young Violinists
Leonid Kogan International Competition is open to violinists of all nationalities.
The competition runs in four categories. 1st Category: 9 years old and less at the time of competition. 2nd… |
period 11 May 2027 - 15 May 2027
closing date
other information
14 Feb 27 |
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Poland |
Karol Szymanowski International Music Competition (performance categories)
Karol Szymanowski International Music Competition in Katowice is an incredible opportunity for outstanding young artists.
With a prize pool of €300.000, a star-studded jury, and an inspiring… |
period 1 Sep 2027 - 19 Sep 2027
closing date
other information
31 Jan 27 |
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Belgium |
Ysaÿe International Music Competition
The YSAŸE International Music Competition is dedicated to discovering and promoting exceptional young musical talent from around the world.
The Competition is open to violinists aged 33 or under,… |
period 4 Jan 2027 - 2 Jul 2027
closing date
other information
14 Dec 26 |
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Belgium |
Ysaÿe Rising Stars
The Next Generation of Excellence
Ysaÿe Rising Stars is the new international competition by YIMC, created especially for exceptional young musicians aged 13 and under in violin, cello, guitar, piano… |
period 22 Feb 2027 - 7 May 2027
closing date
other information
15 Dec 26 |
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Czech Republic |
The Josef Micka Violin Competition 2027, Prague
The competition is open to violinists attending junior music schools,
conservatoires, secondary music schools, private schools or who are receiving private tuition, and who will perform the… |
period 12 Mar 2027 - 14 Mar 2027
closing date
other information
05 Feb 27 |
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Japan |
Basel International Piano Accompanist Competition 2027
Basel International Piano Accompanist Competition 2027
An international competition dedicated to the art of piano accompaniment, open to pianists of all ages and nationalities worldwide. Categories |
period 7 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2027
closing date
other information
07 Mar 27 |
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Japan |
13th Blue-T Concerto Competition – Violin & Other Instruments
For most violinists, performing a concerto with a full orchestra is rare. Blue-T welcomes violinists and other non-piano soloists to experience this at Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall, a hall dedicated to…
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period 1 Feb 2027 - 10 Feb 2027
closing date
other information
31 Dec 26 |
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United States |
Elizabeth Loker International Concerto Competition
The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce the sixth annual Elizabeth Loker International Concerto Competition, open to musicians ages 12–25 from around the world.
Three… |
period 7 Aug 2026 - 14 Mar 2027
closing date
other information
12 Dec 26 |
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Czech Republic |
Dvorak Classical Music Competition 2027
The third edition of the Antonín Dvořák Classical Music Competition (ADCMC) is an international online classical music competition for musicians from all around the world.
The goal of the… |
period 1 Aug 2026 - 30 Jan 2027
closing date
other information
30 Jan 27 |
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United States |
Golden Classical Music Awards: Carnegie Hall, New York Debut
GOLDEN CLASSICAL MUSIC AWARDS INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION
Winners' Concert at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall in New York - Online Competition (Video Selection) - Open to all… |
period 28 Jul 2026 - 22 Dec 2026
closing date
other information
22 Dec 26 |
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Poland |
Brahms International Online Music Competition [free entry]
Applications are now open!
BRAHMS International Online Music Competition • Free entry for the Preliminary Round • Prizes for all the Finalists • Interviews featured in Maestro Magazine… |
period 23 Dec 2025 - 6 Jan 2026
closing date
other information
23 Dec 26 |
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