REFLECTING ON LOCKDOWN – Call for Composers

Wigmore Hall today [5.10.2020] announced an international call for composers to apply to for a lockdown commission. The scheme has only two eligibility criteria: that composers must be aged 18 or over and that those who have been commissioned by Wigmore Hall before cannot apply. Following the application process, the Hall will select 12 composers, who … Read more

International Valencia Piano Competition

The application period for the 21st Iturbi International Piano Competition, remains open until 31st October. These competition will take place from June 23rd to July 2nd 2021, with a special 40th anniversary edition. More information here.

International Vocal Competition’s-Hertogenboschpostponed to 2022

The International Vocal Competition ‘s-Hertogenbosch (IVC) firmly believes that the world keeps on singing and is pleased to present the IVC Mozart Masterclass & More this autumn. From 28 November to 4 December 2020, Vesselina Kasarova, Eva-Maria Westbroek, Roberta Alexander and Thomas Oliemans will be guests in the Verkadefabriek in ‘s-Hertogenbosch. The masterclasses, concerts and … Read more

16th International Henryk Wieniawski Violin Competition

Because of COVID-19 pandemic the world culture has suffered greatly. To prevent cumulation of the most important music competitions in 2021, we are forced to postpone the 16th International Henryk Wieniawski Violin Competition. The new date is: 7-21 October 2022. More info here.

Premio Musica Nova 2020

Premio Musica Nova – the contest for new talented people. The Commission of the 2nd edition of the International Composition Competition PREMIO MUSICA NOVA, chaired by Maestro Ennio Morricone, has decided to postpone the dates of participation and delivery of the works, following the current health emergency. The new deadline is August 28th, 2020. More … Read more

12th Mikael Tariverdiev International Organ Competition

Mikael Tariverdiev International Organ Competition The Mikael Tariverdiev International Organ Competition has gained a world-wide popularity attracting professional music communities in Russia, Europe and America. The 11th Competition was held in 2019 and gathered musicians from 24 countries, with maestros of world reputation sitting on the Jury. Christophe Mantoux, the President of the Jury, said: “The … Read more

International Composition Competition Citta’ di Udine

International Composition Competition Citta’ di Udine – Thirteenth edition (2020) The rules and conditions of the international composition competition “Città di Udine” (thirteenth edition) are online on TEM – Taukay music publishing house website. Three sections: – compositions for chamber instrumental group or solo instrument – electroacoustic music – audiovisual projects Select the preferred language … Read more