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Hungary
II International Ferenc Fricsay Conducting Competition
We are excited to announce the II International Ferenc Fricsay Conducting Competition (IFFCC) – an open platform for conductors of all ages, featuring a world-renowned jury and the chance to win…
period
31 Aug 2025 - 7 Sep 2025
closing date
13 Jul 25
posted 27 Apr 2025
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Lithuania
Music Without Limits
Pianists, string players, and chamber music ensembles of various instruments are invited to participate in multiple age categories.
Contestants have the chance to compete for prestigious concert…
period
6 Aug 2025 - 14 Aug 2025
closing date
01 Jul 25
posted 27 Apr 2025
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Poland
Mozart International Music Competition [free entry]
MOZART INTERNATIONAL MUSIC COMPETITION
THE COMPETITION IS OPEN TO ALL INSTRUMENTS, VOICES, ENSEMBLES, COMPOSERS AND CONDUCTORS.
The Mozart International Music Competition is one of the biggest events…
period
30 May 2025 - 14 Jun 2025
closing date
30 May 25
posted 27 Apr 2025
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United Kingdom
World Grand Prix International Music Contest
The competition is open to all instrumentalists, singers, conductors & chamber musicians, and composers of all nationalities.
World Grand Prix International Music Contest is an online classical music…
period
13 Apr 2025 - 28 May 2025
closing date
28 May 25
posted 27 Apr 2025
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United Kingdom
7th Carl Reinecke International Music Competition
Carl Reinecke International Music Competition is an online international music competition that aims to fully challenge the virtuosity and artistic excellence of performers. It opens to all…
period
17 Apr 2025 - 1 Jun 2025
closing date
01 Jun 25
posted 27 Apr 2025
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United Kingdom
Francesca Lebrun International Music Competition
Francesca Lebrun International Music Competition opens online to all Instruments, Voices, Conducting, Composition and Chamber Music.
The application deadline: 10th June 2025
Results announcement:…
period
19 Apr 2025 - 10 Jun 2025
closing date
10 Jun 25
posted 27 Apr 2025
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United Kingdom
Berlioz International Music Competition
Berlioz International Music Competition is an online international music competition that aims to fully challenge the virtuosity and artistic excellence of performers. It opens to all Instruments,…
period
24 Apr 2025 - 10 Jun 2025
closing date
10 Jun 25
posted 27 Apr 2025
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Austria
The 8th 4Seasons Vienna International Musician Competition
8th 4Seasons Vienna International Musician Competition-Spring Edition
The 4Seasons Vienna International Musician Competition is an online competition exclusively for musicians from all countries.…
period
6 Apr 2025 - 31 May 2025
closing date
31 May 25
posted 13 Apr 2025
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United Kingdom
MTA - Music Talent Award
Are you ready to elevate your musical journey?
Step into the spotlight with the M.T.A - Music Talent Award, a prestigious online competition welcoming musicians of all ages and disciplines from…
period
8 Apr 2025 - 28 May 2025
closing date
28 May 25
posted 13 Apr 2025
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United States
Miclot International Music Competition
Miclot International Music Competition 2025
www.miclotcompetition.org
Solo instrumentalists worldwide, ages 6–24

Piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, harp
Age Divisions:
I: 6–9 | II:…
period
8 Apr 2025 - 7 Jun 2025
closing date
07 Jun 25
posted 13 Apr 2025
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Italy
Concorso Internazionale di Musica da Camera Premio Massimiliano Antonelli VI edizione
Il Concorso, istituito da Giovanni Antonelli, è dedicato alla figura del figlio flautista Massimiliano (1967-1985) in ricordo della sua prematura scomparsa.
Esso intende valorizzare giovani…
period
7 Nov 2025 - 9 Nov 2025
closing date
30 Oct 25
posted 10 Apr 2025
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South Korea
2025 BMIMF Competitions (Concerto, Chamber Music, Composition)
We are pleased to announce our international competition for 2025 Busan MARU International Music Festival!
[Concerto Competition]
* Awards: Grand prize(KRW 2,000,000 and Certificate)/ 1st/ 2nd/…
period
1 May 2025 - 27 Jun 2025
closing date
27 Jun 25
posted 4 Apr 2025
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Belgium
V Fanny Mendelssohn International Online Competition 2025
The only online competition that offers real concert opportunities and cash prizes:
STAR GRAND PRIZE, CONCERTS AND MONEY PRIZES!
TOTAL PRIZE 15.000 EUROS
INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION WITH…
period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jul 2025
posted 1 Apr 2025
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Poland
The 15th Michał Spisak International Music Competition
The call for entries to the 15th Michał Spisak International Music Competition, to be held from 1-10 October 2025 in the specialities of violin, viola and cello, has begun.
The competition will…
period
1 Oct 2025 - 10 Oct 2025
closing date
15 Jul 25
posted 1 Apr 2025
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United Kingdom
Gregynog Young Musician
The Gregynog Young Musician Competition has become a most prestigious annual event and this year will take place at:-
THE MAIDMENT BUILDING, SHREWSBURY SCHOOL, SHREWSBURY, SHROPSHIRE. SY3 7BA.…
period
1 Nov 2025 - 5 Oct 2025
posted 1 Apr 2025
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Austria
World String Music Festival
This is a truly unique string music festival like no other!
Discover rare and inspiring masterclasses with renowned experts.
Engage with top international judges and take part in…
period
29 Jul 2025 - 3 Aug 2025
closing date
31 May 25
posted 16 Mar 2025
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Poland
Finalis VII International Competition for Winds, Brass and Strings
The 7th FINALIS - Competition for Wind, Brass, and Strings offers young musicians the chance to perform for an international jury and win solo opportunities with top orchestras in Poland and beyond.
period
12 Nov 2025 - 16 Nov 2025
closing date
05 Oct 25
posted 16 Mar 2025
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United States
New York "Golden Classical Music Awards" International Music Comp
Winners' Concert at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall in New York
- Online Competition (Video Selection)
- Open to all nationalities and ages
- Piano, Strings, Voice, Wind and…
period
26 Feb 2025 - 22 Jun 2025
closing date
22 Jun 25
posted 16 Mar 2025
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Spain
Tenerife International Viola Competition 2025
Tenerife International Viola Competition will be held from 17-20 November 2025. The Competition is open to all violists up to 30 years of age and of any nationality.
Application deadline, 1 July 2025…
period
17 Nov 2025 - 20 Nov 2025
closing date
01 Jul 25
posted 18 Feb 2025
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Austria
6th VCMA - International Classical Music & Composition Competition
6th Vienna Classical Music Academy (VCMA) International Classical Music & Composition Competition
More than just a training institution, VCMA serves as a bridge between academic training and…
period
7 Jan 2025 - 1 Jun 2025
closing date
01 Jun 25
posted 13 Feb 2025
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China
2nd Dragon Competition
GRAND PRIX
- Ensemble: 4000 USD / China Tour (5 concerts)
- Soloist: 2000 USD / China Tour (5 concerts)
Plus: flights, visas, hotels, meals and English speaking guide
The Dragon Competition…
period
6 Jul 2025 - 30 Jul 2025
closing date
05 Jul 25
posted 13 Feb 2025
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Czech Republic
7th Oskar Nedbal International Viola Competition 2025
7th Oskar Nedbal International Viola Competition is open to violists of all nationalities aged max.
30 years and is held between October 23 - 26, 2025 in Prague, Czech Republic.
Among…
period
23 Oct 2025 - 26 Oct 2025
closing date
02 Jul 25
posted 13 Feb 2025
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Italy
Concorso Internazionale di Esecuzione musicale
The XXVI International Music Performance Competition of Rotary Club Teramo Est represents a significant opportunity for young musical talents from around the world. Scheduled from May 23-25, 2025, at…
period
23 May 2025 - 25 May 2025
closing date
30 Apr 25
posted 7 Jan 2025
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United Kingdom
The Andrew Downes Performance Prize 2025
Open to any outstanding soloist or chamber ensemble who learns and performs a work by Andrew Downes.
Minimum age of entrants - 18 years.
Closing date : Friday 25th July 2025.
period
21 Sep 2025
closing date
25 Jul 25
posted 6 Jan 2025
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Czech Republic
Leoš Janáček International Competition in Brno
The Leoš Janáček International Competition in Brno (Mezinárodní soutěž Leoše Janáčka v Brně, hereinafter referred to as MSLJ) is a competition named after the famous composer Leoš Janáček.
Ten…
period
15 Sep 2025 - 21 Sep 2025
closing date
31 May 25
posted 28 Dec 2024
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