DV YOUNG SOUNDS 2026 - International Recording Competition

09 Jul - 30 Sep, 2026

DV YOUNG SOUNDS reaches its 6th edition in 2026, confirming its role as an international recording competition for young performers and chamber ensembles.

Organised by Da Vinci Publishing® (Osaka) in collaboration with EGEA Music, the competition supports emerging artists through recording, publication, promotion, distribution, and financial assistance.

The 2026 edition offers a First Prize worth €10,000, including a €4,000 monetary award, and a Second Prize worth €5,000, including a €1,000 monetary award. Both prizes include professional recording, publication, distribution, and promotional support.

Selected projects may also be offered recording and/or publication opportunities with Da Vinci Classics under the conditions reserved for Da Vinci artists.

Date limite: 30 sept. 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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