competitions
cello
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France |
Nouvelles Etoiles International Music Competition
Nouvelles Étoiles is an international competition based in Paris, open to all instruments (classical, jazz, and folk), soloists, chamber ensembles, choirs, and orchestras.
There is no age limit… |
period 1 Dec 2025 - 15 Feb 2026
closing date
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31 Jan 26 |
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United Kingdom |
Brentwood International Music Competition 2026
Are you a young musician with dreams of international acclaim? Brentwood School’s annual International Music Competition offers a special opportunity to showcase your skills, receive expert feedback,…
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period 16 Oct 2025 - 27 Feb 2026
closing date
other information
05 Jan 26 |
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Finland |
Tapiola Choir International Choral Composition Competition 2026
Tapiola Choir announces an international choral composition competition for youth and children’s choir.
The competition is open for all applicants internationally and has no age limit. |
period 10 Oct 2025 - 18 Jan 2026
closing date
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18 Jan 26 |
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Romania |
6th International Strings & Chamber Music Competition
6th International Strings & Chamber Music Competition
Festival 4 Arts invites string players and chamber ensembles worldwide to join its 6th edition, held both live in Romania (Nov 29 & Dec 2) and… |
period 29 Nov 2025 - 3 Dec 2025
closing date
other information
26 Nov 25 |
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Spain |
Atlántida Concerto Competition for Young International Soloists
The Atlántida Chamber Orchestra announces the first edition of the Atlántida Concerto Competition, a contest aimed at supporting and promoting emerging young musical talent.
The winners of the… |
period 8 Oct 2025 - 31 Jan 2026
closing date
other information
31 Jan 26 |
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Switzerland |
Geneva Junior Music Competition | 2025 Edition
Over 10'000.-CHF in Prizes
• International Online Competition • Gala Concert April 20th 2026 : Victoria Concert Hall of Geneva • Concerts & prestigious Festivals engagements Piano,… |
period 9 Oct 2025 - 15 Nov 2025
closing date
other information
15 Nov 25 |
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United Kingdom |
Max Bruch International Music Competition
The Max Bruch International Music Competition is open to all instruments, voices, conducting, composition, and chamber music, with no age restrictions.
This international online competition is… |
period 8 Oct 2025 - 6 Nov 2025
closing date
other information
06 Nov 25 |
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United States |
Musicians Club of Women Annual Awards Competition - 2026
Since 1875, the Musicians Club of Women (MCW) has been proud to support the professional aspirations of young women musicians in the Midwest.
We continue this tradition through our annual… |
period 30 Sep 2025 - 15 Jan 2026
closing date
other information
15 Jan 26 |
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United Kingdom |
Mozart International Music Competition UK
Mozart International Music Competition UK opens online to all Instruments, Voices, Conducting, Composition and Chamber Music.
The application deadline: 1st November, 2025 Results announcement:… |
period 20 Sep 2025 - 1 Nov 2025
closing date
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01 Nov 25 |
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Hungary |
WWWSTAR Awards International Music Competition 2025
Apply and MAKE YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE!
OPEN TO AGES 6 – 99 This competition is for everyone who has a passion for music, a love for creating, and the desire to share their art with the world. Since… |
period 8 Sep 2025 - 15 Nov 2025
closing date
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15 Nov 25 |
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Spain |
XI Agustin Aponte International Music Competition, Tenerife 2026
The XI Agustín Aponte International Music Competition will take place in San Miguel de Abona, Tenerife, Spain, from 12th to 14th February 2026.
The competition is open to all strings (violin, viola,… |
period 12 Feb 2026 - 14 Feb 2026
closing date
other information
10 Dec 25 |
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Poland |
Fenix Award International Music Competition (Free entry)
⭐FREE ADMISSION until 10 November 2025
FENIX AWARD International Music Competition invites: ⭐Soloist-performers (all instruments, all voice types) ⭐Composers ⭐Chamber Ensembles |
period 10 Nov 2025 - 25 Nov 2025
closing date
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10 Nov 25 |
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United Kingdom |
WCMA International Music Competition 2025
The World Classical Music Masters Association (WCMA) is honoured to announce the Annual International Online Music Competition.
This distinguished event seeks to bring together accomplished… |
period 4 Sep 2025 - 1 Dec 2025
closing date
other information
01 Nov 25 |
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United States |
Chesapeake International Chamber Music Competition
Biennial International Chamber Music Competition
Apply by Dec 15 Live Final Round April 10–12, 2026 in Easton, MD • Aimed at young, emerging professional chamber ensembles (3-5 ensemble… |
period 2 Sep 2025 - 12 Apr 2025
closing date
other information
15 Dec 25 |
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United States |
Los Angeles International Online Music Competition
The Los Angeles International Online Music Competition is dedicated to creating globabl opportunities to upcoming and already established musicians alike.
The 1° edition 2025 is open to… |
period 18 Dec 2025 - 30 Jan 2026
closing date
other information
30 Jan 26 |
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United States |
Elizabeth Loker International Concerto Competition (Fifth Annual)
The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra is pleased to present the fifth Elizabeth Loker International Concerto Competition, an international competition open to young musicians aged 12 to 25 from around…
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period 16 Jan 2025 - 15 Mar 2025
closing date
other information
01 Dec 25 |
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United States |
Eisemann International Young Artist Competition for Strings
Unleash your talent and take a thrilling step in your musical journey with the Richardson Symphony Orchestra’s prestigious competition!
Designed to spotlight and support emerging young artists,… |
period 9 Jan 2026 - 10 Jan 2026
closing date
other information
02 Nov 25 |
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Czech Republic |
Dvorak Classical Music Competition 2026
The Antonín Dvořák Classical Music Competition (ADCMC) is an international online classical music competition for musicians from all around the world.
The main organiser is the Society of… |
period 10 Jul 2025 - 30 Jan 2026
closing date
other information
30 Jan 26 |
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Morocco |
OPM International Music Competition - Cello
For the very first time, the cello takes center stage at the OPM Competition!
First stage with the Morocco Philharmonic Orchestra. Are you a young cellist between the ages of 16 and 30?… |
period 30 Mar 2026 - 4 Apr 2026
closing date
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15 Jan 26 |
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Switzerland |
Geneva Junior Music Competition | 2025 Edition
Over 10'000.-CHF in Prizes
• International Online Competition • Victoria Concert Hall of Geneva, Gala Concert : 20 April 2026 Piano, Violin, Cello and Chamber music | from 5 to 25 years old… |
period 28 Jul 2025 - 15 Nov 2025
closing date
other information
15 Nov 25 |
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United States |
Elizabeth Loker International Concerto Competition
The Mid-Atlantic Symphony is pleased to announce its fifth annual Elizabeth Loker International Concerto Competition.
This international concerto competition is open to musicians, ages 12 to 25,… |
period 25 Jul 2025 - 15 Mar 2026
closing date
other information
09 Dec 25 |
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South Korea |
Isang Yun Competition
The Isang Yun Competition is held in remembrance of renowned Korean composer Isang Yun (1917-1995), with the aim of supporting emerging international soloists and promoting cultural exchange among…
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period 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 other information |
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Spain |
NextGen Music Competition
NextGen Music Competition welcomes instrumentalists, vocalists, conductors, chamber ensembles, and composers from all around the world, regardless of nationality.
At NextGen, we celebrate each… |
period 8 Jun 2025 - 28 Dec 2025
closing date
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28 Dec 25 |
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United Kingdom |
Classic Cello International Competition
Calling All Cellists! Applications Now Open for Classic Cello 2026!
The Classic Cello International Competition will land in London’s iconic Royal College of Music from the 26th of March… |
period 26 Mar 2026 - 6 Apr 2026
closing date
other information
01 Dec 25 |
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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
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30 Oct 25 |
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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 other information |
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