The International Anton Rubinstein Competition 2018 - VIOLA
The International Anton Rubinstein Viola Competition 2018 will take place on 7th and 8th April 2018 at the International Music Academy in Dusseldorf/ Germany.
Violist of all nationalities and ages may take part in this competition. The competition will take place in two rounds, from which the Jury will decide the winners. The first round will be completed via video link on YouTube. The final round will take place in the International Music Academy in Düsseldorf. 1. Prize - 750 € and viola bow from FRIEDRICH WILHELM KNOPF as loan for one year, 2. Prize - 500 € and viola bow from PHILIPP PAUL NÜRNBERGER as loan for one year, 3. Prize - 250 € and viola bow from C. HANS- KARL SCHMIDT as loan for one year.

Harriet Hale Woolley Scholarship
The Fondation des Etats-Unis is currently accepting applications for its annual Harriet Hale Woolley Scholarship. Eligible candidates are graduate and post-graduate musicians (instrumental, vocal, composition) of exceptional talent who wish to pursue advanced artistic studies in Paris, France during the upcoming academic year.
The HHW Scholarship is a private grant awarded under the auspices of the Fondation des Etats-Unis. It offers its winners numerous advantages, including:
- A 10,000 € stipend (may vary subject to fund earnings) for the upcoming academic year
- A rent-controlled live-in artist atelier or music studio at the Fondation des Etats-Unis
- Access to on-site performance and exhibition facilities, including a private art gallery and a historically significant concert
The deadline for all application materials is January 31st of the current academic year. Full details can be found on the following website: www.feusa.org/harriet-hale-woolley-scholarship .

6International Competition of Chamber Ensembles Musical Aquarelle
International competition of chamber ensembles “Musical Aquarelle –2018” will take place on March 7-11 at Anykščiai music school. This competition gives an opportunity for young musicians to reveal their performing capabilities in chamber music also experience participating in international competition and diversity of performances.
We are glad to welcome pupils and students of all specialities. The main requirement – at least one wind instrument in the ensemble. Other instruments are free of choise. The group of ensemble is determined by the oldest member in it. Programme is free although one classic piece is desirable. Five groups of level A three groups of level B and Junior group will be awarded separately. Structure of the competition:
All ensembles are divided into six groups and two categories. Age range depends on November 30, 2017 (how old is the oldest participant on that day).

2018 Washington International Competition for Strings
The Washington International Competition (WIC) was established in 1950 to support outstanding young classical musicians in their pursuit of professional careers. The WIC occurs in a three-year rotation for piano, strings and voice.
The 2018 Competition for Strings semifinals will take place at George Washington University on both Friday, June 22, and Saturday, June 23. Finals will take place on Sunday, June 24 at the Kennedy Center.
Prizes
First Prize each for violin, viola, cello: $10,000
Second Prize: $5,000
Third Prize: $3,000
Fourth Prize: $1,000
Audience Prize: $1,000
Performance Awards
Solo performance opportunities in Washington DC including an appearance with the Avanti Orchestra.
Eligibility
Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 28 (as of the date of the competition). Proof of age will be required. Applicants must not be under professional management. Previous first-prize winners of the competition and current students of the judges may not apply.

SVIREL
The round-numbered 10th international music competition for soloists and chamber music groups Svirél will once again take place in the inspiring Goriška Brda region and the youthful city of Nova Gorica.
The competition will start with soloists, followed by chamber music groups and each section will be concluded with the concert of the “Ten of the Best”.
Svirel competition is particularly known for its numerous cash and sponsor prizes, orchestra and solo concert opportunities.
Nevertheless, its magnificent venues at exceptional Slovene wine area combined with a music festival offers an all-round place to be.

Competition Les Musicales du Centre
Les Musicales du Centre (France) organize 6 competitions of music. Winners can play as soloist with orchestra (Salle Cortot, Paris) or in major concert seasons and receive prize money.
Competitions are open to candidates of all nationalities.
The Singing category of the "Musicales du Centre" competition is open to singers under 16 age.
The Composition competition of the "Musicales du Centre" is open to composers of all ages.
The Young Talents category of the "Musicales du Centre" competition is open to all instrument, singers and/or composers aged 4 to 15 years.
The Improvisation category of the "Musicales du Centre" competition is open to all musicians or groups aged at least 16 years old during audition.
The instruments category of the "Musicales du Centre" competition is open to all instrumentist who are at least 12 years old at the audition.
The Grand Competition "Les Musicales du Centre" is open only to instrumentalists and singers with no age limit.

III Agustin Aponte International Music Competition, 2018
III Agustin Aponte International Music Competition, 2018
Divided in two categories: Piano and Strings (violin, viola, cello, double bass and guitar).
The competition is open to all nationalities to all musicians up to 32 years of age.
Grand Prize for all categories: 2000€
Prizes for each category:
1st Prize: 1000€
2nd Prize: 500€
3rd Prize: Diploma