Bach International Music Competition

25 Oct - 09 Nov, 2026

BACH International Music Competition – now entering its 10th edition, one of the largest established international online competitions for musicians worldwide.

Open to all ages and nationalities:
⭐ Soloists – all instruments and voice
⭐ Composers
⭐ Conductors
⭐ Chamber ensembles
⭐ Music video creators

Free choice of repertoire – works by Bach are welcome but not required.

FREE Preliminary Round – submit your recording with no entry fee. Selected candidates decide whether to continue to the paid Final Round. All finalists receive recognition, with awards determined by the international jury.

⭐ Absolute Winner, 1st, 2nd and 3rd Prizes
⭐ Special Mentions and Honorable Mentions
✅ Personalised digital diplomas and laureate posters
✅ Winners’ Gallery and promotion through the Universal Maestro Society
✅ Selected interviews for top laureates

Share your artistry with an international audience.

FREE ENTRY until 25 October 2026.

Bewerbungsschluss: 25 Okt 2026

Read advisory note

This competition appears to include an online round that charges over €35. musicalchairs is concerned that the fee for online judging must be commensurate with the value offered to applicants whether they are successful or unsuccessful. Please therefore study the guidelines for this competition carefully:

Is the Jury for the online round published and are they widely respected musicians?
Does each Jury member listen to the submissions in full?
Do applicants receive detailed and considered feedback about their complete performance/score from the Jury?

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