https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/rss/en/composerThe latest Composer Jobs, Courses, Competitons & Instrument Sales from musicalchairs - The world's leading online resource for Classical Music Professionals.enCopyright: (C) musicalchairs 2026 see https://www.musicalchairs.info/about/terms for terms and conditions of reuse.features@musicalchairs.info (musicalchairs)Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +010060http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssBACH 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.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6287https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6287All Conductor Fellows will lead the Texas New Music Ensemble in performance and 5 rehearsals for 2 works at the festival. Texas New Music Ensemble is a professional ensemble in Houston made up of musicians from The Houston Symphony, The Houston Grand Opera, The Houston Ballet Orchestra, River Oaks Chamber Orchestra, and more. All Conductor Fellows will receive feedback and individual coaching from Guest Conductor Enrique Ramirez, Music Director, Orquesta Sinfónica de Chiapas. All Conductor Fellows will receive 120+ minutes of podium time. All Conductor Fellows will have the opportunity to work directly with composers, leading to World Premiere Performances All Conductor Fellows will take part in workshops on Building a Career as a Conductor, Score Preparation, Audition Preparation, Starting an Ensemble/Organization, Fundraising, and more. No Application Fee Participation Fee: $1250 Deadline to apply: December 1st, 2026Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:13:57 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11381?ref=51https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11381?ref=51SCORE COMPETITION 2026 Cantori New York seeks original music for chorus and up to 5 guest performers, between 15 and 30 minutes in duration. Cash prizes will be awarded to our top three selections: $4000, $2000, and $1000. Additionally, the first-place winner will be performed in NYC no later than 2028. To apply, please submit an engraved full score including any program notes. Submission fee is $10, which may be waived upon request. Submit the form by November 13, 2026 at 11:59pm at the international dateline. Winners will be announced in Spring 2027.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:18:38 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6297https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6297Join Jukka-Pekka Saraste, Magnus Lindberg & the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra for a 3-day masterclass exploring collaboration between composers, conductors and ensembles in new music. 5 active conductors + 5 active composers will be selected. Conductors receive individual conducting video sessions with Saraste. Composers receive individual composition lessons with Lindberg. Observer places are also available. Topics include artistic collaboration, communication, commissioning, interpreting new music, professional practice, networking & career development. Open orchestral rehearsals, seminars and discussions are included. Grieg Hall, Bergen Apply by 27 Sept 2026, 23:59 EET Active: €350–400 + VAT | Observers: €130/day or €300/3 days + VAT Application fee: €20 (non-refundable) All ages & nationalities welcome. The masterclass is facilitated in English. Travel/accommodation not included.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:20:48 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11380?ref=51https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11380?ref=51BEETHOVEN AWARD – an established international online music competition with 4 successful editions and laureates from 40+ countries. Open to musicians of all ages and nationalities: all instruments, voice, chamber ensembles, conductors and composers. Free choice of repertoire – Beethoven is not required. FREE Preliminary Round – submit a video with no entry fee. Selected candidates may choose to enter the paid Final Round. Every finalist receives a prize level determined by the international jury. ✅ Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze Prizes ✅ €200 cash award for Platinum Laureates ✅ Special Awards ✅ Personalised digital diplomas, laureate posters and Teacher Appreciation Diplomas ✅ Winners’ Gallery and international promotion through the Universal Maestro Society Cash awards have already been paid and laureates actively promoted. Present your artistry. Gain international recognition.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6286https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6286World Artistry Music Award opens online to all Instruments, Voices, Conducting, Composition and Chamber Music. Season 3 application deadline: 20th September 2026 Season 4 application deadline: 20th December 2026 Apply now at: https://www.worldartistrymusic.com/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:11:45 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6289https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6289Join the prestigious London Young Musician (LYM) competition, where aspiring talents are evaluated by an esteemed jury of professors and experts from world-renowned institutions, including the Royal Academy & Colleges. Submit your video and compete for thrilling rewards like seasonal winner showcases, exclusive online concerts, and a coveted spot in the World Musicians Rankings. Plus, every participant receives valuable feedback directly from our distinguished jury. Step into the spotlight, showcase your passion, and make your musical dreams a reality! Shine like the star you are with LYM! 26-27 Season 2 Deadline: 20 September 2026 26-27 Season 3 Deadline: 20 December 2026 https://www.londonyoungmusician.com/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:07:25 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6288https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6288Brahms IOMC is open to: • All instruments and voices • Composers • Chamber ensembles • Conductors Musicians from around the world are invited to apply for Season 4/2026 of the BRAHMS International Online Music Competition. Why participate? • Free entry for the Preliminary Round • Prizes for all Finalists • Absolute Winners interviewed in Maestro Magazine • Free repertoire • 100% online participation No travel required – perform for an international jury from anywhere in the world. Free Entry Deadline: 20 September 2026 Schedule: Entries accepted until: 20 September 2026 Preliminary Round: 21-23 September Notification of results (Preliminary Round): 24 September Acceptance of entries for the Final Round: 24 to 28 September Final Round: 29 September to 4 October Announcement of Results: 5 October 2026Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:21:09 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6284https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6284If you’re considering undergraduate or postgraduate study, our next in-person open days are: Saturday 31 October 2026 During our Open Day, you’ll be able to: Learn all about our programmes and what makes Trinity Laban unique Take part in practical workshops and experience our world-class training Hear all about Trinity Laban from the people who make and shape us; our students, faculty and alumni Tour our beautiful and inspiring facilities See our students in action during multiple live performancesTue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/21?ref=51https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/21?ref=51This prestigious award of £3500, generously sponsored by Neil Lawson-May is now in its 7th year and attracts a large number of entries from all over the world. There is also a special £500 Solent Music Festival Prize. The award is open to composers of all ages and nationalities. The work must be a set of variations on any theme by Beethoven To be composed for either solo piano, violin and piano duo or cello and piano duo Duration: 8-15 minutes £15 application fee Please submit under own name Deadline for submissions: 15 February 2027 Results announcement: 15 March 2027 Works must not have been previously performed in public or recorded for public distribution The world premiere of main award winner’s work will be given at the 2027 Solent Music Festival (31 May – 6 June).Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:35:56 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6278https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6278The Schulich School of Music of McGill University is Canada’s leading university-based program for the training of professional composers and performers, and for humanities-based and scientific-technological research in music and sound. We seek individuals with an active and recognized artistic profile who are committed to teaching, mentorship, and institution-building. The successful candidate will maintain a high level of professional creative activity while contributing substantially to the development of students, curricula, and artistic initiatives within the Composition Area, the Schulich School of Music, and Montréal’s broader contemporary music community. They will be able to teach and supervise students acrossundergraduate and graduate programs, including at the doctoral level. Montréal offers a vibrant multilingual and multicultural environment and is consistently rated among the best student cities in the world. McGill University is on land which long served as a site of meeting and exchange amongst Indigenous peoples, including the Haudenosaunee and Anishinabeg nations. We acknowledge and thank the diverse Indigenous people whose footsteps have marked this territory on which peoples of the world now gather. To learn more about the Department of Music Research, please visit our website at: https://www.mcgill.ca/music/research. The Department of Music Research invites applications for a tenure track position in composition at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting in Fall 2027. Applications at the rank of Associate Professor may be considered for exceptional candidates. We are looking for the following elements in the composer's profile: Demonstrated expertise in notated composition within Western art/concert music traditions, supported by strong compositional craft and knowledge of relevant techniques, idioms and forms; A thorough knowledge of the aesthetics, historical trends, and repertoire relevant to contemporary composition in the 21st cenFri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/teaching-jobs/55088https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/teaching-jobs/55088Outstanding winners will receive generous cash prizes and extensive promotional opportunities.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:31:56 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6270https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6270Applications are open for the Global Artist Diploma 2027 - a six-month launchpad for rising-career musicians ready to sharpen their artistry, elevate their professional profile, and step confidently into the global music world. Fellows train with mentors whose work has earned the industry's most prestigious honors, from Grammy and Oscar wins to the Pulitzer Prize; celebrated soloists and composers; leading conductors; and principals from the Berlin Philharmonic, the Vienna Philharmonic, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, and other top ensembles. The program brings together 1:1 studio mentorship, portfolio development, interactive masterclasses led by world-class artists, career coaching, elite artist training, and global residencies - with pathways in Instrumental and Orchestral Performance, Composing, Conducting, and Piano.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11341?ref=51https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11341?ref=51COMPETE FOR INTERNATIONAL DISTINCTION - The Haydn Online Music International Competition (HOMIC) invites instrumentalists, singers, composers, conductors and chamber ensembles worldwide to present their artistry to an international jury. Outstanding participants may receive: ✓ Absolute Winner ✓ Platinum Prize ✓ Gold Prize ✓ Silver Prize ✓ Bronze Prize Selected musicians gain official international recognition, while teachers of awarded participants may also receive dedicated diplomas. ✓ Open to musicians aged 7–99 ✓ Free choice of repertoire ✓ 100% online participation ✓ Independent international jury ✓ Free Preliminary Round Present your artistry. Earn distinction. Add an international competition achievement to your musical career. See the current deadline and apply: https://competition-haydn.com/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:56:20 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6263https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6263All instruments are welcome. World’s Best Musicians, the world’s largest competition for classical musicians, invites Musicians of all the instruments and voices, chamber ensembles, composers and conductors as well as CD Albums. Out of more than 3657 participants, WBMC awarded as many as 880 people from 67 countries, with numerous receiving scholarships and online concerts. The WBM Competition consists of two stages: First Round and Final Round. Participation in the first stage is free of charge. Free Entry Deadline: 5 September 2026 We invite all musicians of the world to showcase their talent. Some of the Prizes include: ➔ Interviews in Maestro Magazine published by Universal Music Society ➔ Winner’s Page on WBMC Website (with winning videos) ➔ Prizes 1st to 3rd for all Finalists ➔ Winners' Concerts and promotion Just take this opportunity and participate in WBMC now:Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:36:23 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6262https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6262Vivaldi International Music Competition is now open for applications. Categories are available for all instruments, conducting, composition, voice & chamber music, creative videos, and innovative writings. Participants can collect exclusive digital collections, including winners' posters, e-certificates, and award e-badges. Also, they have the opportunity to order their own CDs and medal souvenirs. 2026 Season 3 The Application Deadline: 19th September 2026 2026 Season 4 The Application Deadline: 19th December 2026 Apply Now at: www.vivaldicompetition.comSat, 15 Aug 2026 14:19:49 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6260https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6260Saint-Saëns 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, Voices, Conducting, Composition and Chamber Music, there is no age limit. 2026 Season 3 Application Deadline: 12th September Apply now at: www.saintsaenscompetition.comSat, 15 Aug 2026 14:14:06 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6259https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6259Berlioz 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, Voices, Conducting, Composition and Chamber Music, there is no age limit. 2026 Season 3 The application deadline: 10th September, 2026 Results announcement: 1st October, 2026 2026 Season 4 The application deadline: 10th December, 2026 Results announcement: 1st January, 2027 Apply now at: https://www.berliozcompetition.com/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:40:23 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6258https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6258Our Open Days are held twice a year and are designed to give you a real insight into life as a conservatoire student. Take part in introductory talks, tour our £57 million music building and meet our trailblazing academics and inspiring students. Our Open Days cover all of our Music and Acting undergraduate and postgraduate courses. You’ll also have an opportunity to speak to our support teams such as Accommodation, Admissions and Finance, giving you an insight into how we can help you throughout your studies. Why visit an RBC Open Day? - Speak to current students about what it's like to study at RBC and live in Birmingham - Discover more about the courses you're interested in and how we'll support you to pursue your passion - Explore the state-of-the-art facilities where you could be developing your skills - Visit nearby student accommodation to see where you could be livingThu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/53?ref=51https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/degree-courses/53?ref=51The IX International Competition of Composition for Marches “CITTA’ DI ALLUMIERE” is promoted by the association “Amici della Musica” in collaboration with the MUNICIPALTY of ALLUMIERE and the SCOMEGNA Edizioni Musicali, with the sponsorship of FONDAZIONE Ca.Ri.Civ., of REGIONE LAZIO and the patronage of the International Band Competition “Flicorno d’Oro” of Riva del Garda (TN). The Competition has been established to enhance the musical heritage typical of wind bands represented by the march. Category A 1st prize €1.500,00 + Plaque + publication by Scomegna Edizioni Musicali 2nd prize €700,00 + Plaque Category B 1st prize €1.000,00 + Plaque + publication by Scomegna Edizioni Musicali 2nd prize €500,00 + PlaqueSat, 08 Aug 2026 11:43:39 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6249https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6249The Igor Stravinsky International Music Competition 2026 celebrates the artistic legacy of Igor Stravinsky, one of the most influential composers of the twentieth century.​ The competition is open to musicians and composers of all nationalities and levels. Participants are encouraged to demonstrate their musical ability, creativity and artistic individuality through a freely chosen programme.​ Participants are free to perform works by any composer. Performing a work by Igor Stravinsky is welcomed but not required.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:07:30 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6247https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6247The competition is open to composers of all nationalities aged 18 and over. Entry to the competition is free. PRIZE The best composition of an original contemporary aria based on a sacred text will be performed in concert at the San Colombano Music Festival 2027 JURY President: Stefano Delle Donne, violinist and composer Roberto Codazzi - artistic musical director of the Museo del Violino in Cremona Dino Rizzo – organist Camillo Mozzoni – oboist and conductor The composition must be written for voice and piano. - The following vocal registers are allowed: bass, baritone, tenor, contralto, mezzo-soprano, soprano, countertenor - Sacred text of the candidate's choice. The text may be in Latin, Italian, French, English, German, Spanish - Maximum length 7 minutes - The composition must be unpublishedWed, 05 Aug 2026 13:08:14 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6242https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6242CEME 2026 Contemporary Encounters Meitar Ensemble International New Music Festival and mastercourses 20.12 - 24.12.2026 Composers Mastercourses: Mark Andre, Daniel D’adamo and Ruben Seroussi Saxophone Mastercourse: Amit Dubester CEME is a unique platform dedicated to the promotion of contemporary music, established with the goal of engaging young musicians with the latest developments in the field of new music. CEME 2026 offers two intensive programs for emerging musicians. The composition course, led by Mark Andre, Daniel D’Adamo and Ruben Seroussi, brings together young composers whose new works will be rehearsed, premiered and professionally recorded. The festival also presents a five-day saxophone master course with Amit Dubester, exploring contemporary repertoire, improvisation and chamber music, ending with a final concert. Early-bird rates available for registrations until September 1st For more details and application visit www.meitar.net/ceme2026Tue, 04 Aug 2026 21:22:51 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11339?ref=51https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11339?ref=51Francesca Lebrun International Music Competition opens online to all Instruments, Voices, Conducting, Composition and Chamber Music. 2026 Season 3 The application deadline: 10th September 2026 2026 Season 4 The application deadline: 10th December 2026 Apply now at: https://www.lebruncompetition.com/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 03:36:20 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6238https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6238Carl 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 Instruments, Voices, Conducting, Composition and Chamber Music, there is no age limit. 2026 Season 4 Application deadline: 1st December, 2026 Apply at: www.reineckecompetition.comFri, 31 Jul 2026 03:11:48 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6237https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6237World Grand Prix International Music Contest is an online classical music competition open to all talented musicians around the world - No Travel is Needed. The competition is open to all instrumentalists, singers, conductors & chamber musicians, and composers of all nationalities. 2026 Season 3 Application Deadline: 28th August 2026 2026 Season 4 Application Deadline: 28th November 2026 Apply at: https://www.musicgrandprix.com/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:40:38 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6224https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6224The Bach International Music Competition UK 2026 is open online to all instrumentalists, singers, conductors & chamber musicians, and composers of all nationalities. 2026 Season 3 The application deadline: 26th August 2026 2026 Season 4 The application deadline: 26th November 2026 Apply now at: www.bachmusiccompetition.comSun, 19 Jul 2026 12:31:38 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6223https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6223Your Next Award Starts Here World Classical Music Awards is open to all instrumentalists, singers, conductors & chamber musicians, and composers of all nationalities. 2026 Season 3 The application deadline: 21st August 2026 2026 Season 4 The application deadline: 21st November 2026 Apply now at: https://www.worldclassicalmusic.com/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:24:29 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6222https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6222The 1st International Composition Competition for Flute Ensembles is open to composers of any age and nationality, with the aim of stimulating, promoting and enhancing musical creativity for these particular ensembles. The jury, comprising internationally renowned musical figures, each with their own specialism in the fields of composition, conducting and arrangement, will consist of: Valter Sivilotti (Italy, Chair), Doina Rotaru (Romania, Vice-Chair), David Mastikosa (Bosnia and Herzegovina, jury member). The jury’s decision is final and binding. Prize amounts: 1st: €1,000.00, inclusive of tax deductions, and a diploma, with the world premiere to take place at Trieste Flute Day 2026; 2nd: €500.00, inclusive of tax deductions, and a diploma; 3rd: €250.00, inclusive of tax deductions, and a certificate. In any case, the Trieste Flute Association reserves the right to consider non-award-winning pieces for performance on other occasions by the Trieste Flute Ensemble. See websiteTue, 14 Jul 2026 15:23:41 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6214https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6214The predecessor of the Shanghai Conservatory of Music（SHCM）, the National Conservatory of Music, was founded in 1927. As China’s first independent institution of higher musical education, the Conservatory will mark its centenary in 2027. In celebration of this occasion, the Shanghai Conservatory of Music hereby launches “Echoes of a Century — 2026–2027: The 15th ‘Rivers Awards’ International Composition Competition,” calling for orchestral works from composers worldwide. The competition aims to: promote broad musical exchange in China and internationally; encourage exploratory composition integrating Chinese and Western instruments; and provide a high-level platform for the presentation and promotion of outstanding original works.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:53:44 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6213https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6213II International Composition Competition The European Philharmonic Academy, promoter and organizer of the Diocesan Festival of Sacred Music in collaboration with the Suburbicarian Diocese of Albano (Rome), announces the 2nd “Franz Liszt” International Composition Competition (Sacred Music Section). Reserved for composers under 40, the Competition was created with the aim of enhancing the heritage of sacred music and promoting contemporary music and young composers. The Competition is named after Franz Liszt, author of many sacred music works and linked to Albano as he was appointed Canon of the Cathedral of San Pancrazio Martire in 1879.Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:42:17 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6211https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6211CLAVIERLAND Mozart Classical Music Competition Winners’ Concert at the Mozarthaus Vienna on November 22, 2026 Piano - 4 Hands - Chamber Music - Composition * The competition is open to musicians of all ages and nationalities. * The repertoire can be freely chosen. * Grand Prix Prize: €4 500 * Additional awards include First, Second, and Third place prizes, alongside special honors such as the "Wiener Klassik" Prize, the Jury's Special Prize, and Honorable Mentions. Concert Opportunity: The first-place winner in each category will be invited to perform live at the prestigious Mozarthaus Vienna Concert Hall on November 22, 2026. The concert will be professionally recorded, including both audio and video, accompanied by a photo shoot to commemorate the occasion. Deadline: September 30, 2026 Results announcement: October 11, 2026Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:24:57 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6205https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6205The Teleion Musica & Cultura Association is proud to announce the 2nd edition (2026) of the “Orazio Michi dell’Arpa” International Composition Competition. This prestigious initiative, organized with the official patronage of the Municipality of Alife, aims to promote contemporary musical creation while honoring the legacy of the 17th-century harp virtuoso born in Alife. Submissions will be evaluated by an eminent international jury of world-class composers and musicologists. The call for scores is open to composers of all nationalities with no age limits. All preliminary evaluation activities will be conducted online. However, the grand finale of the project will take place live: the city of Alife will host the final concert featuring the world premieres of the winning works, an international musicological conference on Orazio Michi, and the official award ceremony. The winning piece will be awarded a First Prize of 1,000 Euros.Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:46:27 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6204https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6204Corciano International Original Wind Band Composition Competition Il concorso è organizzato a Corciano (Perugia, Umbria, Italia) dalla Pro Loco Corcianese, con il Comune di Corciano e il sostegno della Regione Umbria, in collaborazione con il Concorso Bandistico Internazionale "Flicorno d'Oro" di Riva del Garda. - Luogo: Corciano (Perugia) - Scadenza: 31 gennaio 2027 (ore 23:59) - Quota: € 80,00 per opera - Premio massimo: € 4.000,00 (Categoria A) - Altro premio: € 1.000,00 - Categoria B: € 1.000,00 - Due categorie di composizione per orchestra di fiati - Esecuzione internazionale delle opere vincitrici - Vietato l'uso di IA generativa per la composizione.Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:18:48 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6202https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6202L'Accademia Filarmonica di Bologna ha invitato il Maestro Adriano Guarnieri a tenere un ciclo di lezioni di perfezionamento in Alta Composizione Musicale, che si svolgerà da Ottobre 2026 a Maggio 2027 presso l’Accademia Filarmonica di Bologna (con possibilità di seguire a distanza se impossibilitati a partecipare in presenza). Oltre a impartire gli insegnamenti dovuti il Maestro si impegna a conoscere, commentare e correggere tutti gli elaborati. Il programma coinvolgerà lo studio di partiture sia storiche che contemporanee e la scrittura-analisi di nuove musiche composte dai corsisti. Sono previsti interventi di alcuni dei maggiori compositori italiani del secondo Novecento e del primo Duemila. Alla fine del corso, le musiche elaborate troveranno esito in un concerto apposito comprendente organici cameristici fino a sei/sette strumenti-voci, in Accademia e fuori, ricorrendo a gruppi e solisti di esperienza specifica.Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:31:30 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11300?ref=51https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11300?ref=51First prize: €1,000 for TWO concerts to be held in 2026 Second prize: €600 for ONE concert to be held in 2026 Third prize: €400 for ONE concert to be held in 2026 Audience prize: €200 scholarship "Composer-pianists" special prize: €200 scholarship for the best original composition Application fee: €60 Application deadline: September 6, 2026 Pianists of any nationality, born on or after January 1, 1991, can participate. Preliminary round: video to be sent within September 6, 2026 Semi-final and final round: October 11, 2026 Palazzo Magnifica Comunità – Cavalese (TN), Via Scario 1 Jury: Daniel Rivera, Argentina (CHAIR) - pianist (International concert artist) Luca Rasca, Italy - pianist, educator, organiser (Accademia del Ridotto, Stradella) Cinzia Bartoli, Italy - pianist and organiser (Accelerando Festival, Savona) Edoardo Bruni, Italy - pianist, educator, composer (Vicenza Conservatory)Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:35:05 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6197https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6197ARCHEIA presents LUM – Live Unwritten Memory An international composition competition to give voice to living memory, in collaboration with Fondazione BuonoLopera, Museo Diffuso della Resistenza di Torino, and with the support of the Circoscrizione I of Turin. Write music for string quartet in dialogue with the testimonies of Italian Resistance witnesses. Win a € 1,500 scholarship and a commission for a permanent sound installation at the Museo Diffuso della Resistenza in Turin. Open to composers of any nationality, under 40. Deadline: 25 September 2026. Download the call for entries and find out more at www.archeiaorchestra.itThu, 02 Jul 2026 18:04:22 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6194https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6194The cultural movement Renaissance-21 invites composers from all over the world to submit their orchestral works for a historic concert at Carnegie Hall (Zankel Hall) on November 12, 2026. The concert program highlights the world premiere of the Lost Suite in D minor by Sergei Rachmaninoff, together with new works from outstanding, internationally acclaimed composers brought together by the Renaissance-21 movement. We are looking for powerful, tonally-driven orchestral pieces that reflect the spirit of our time. One selected work will be performed live by the Mid-Atlantic Philharmonic Orchestra. Submission Fee: $0 (Completely Free to Apply) No age limits Application Deadline: October 1, 2026 Submission Form: check the website Please note that there will be only one winner. The name of the competition winner will be published on our website on October 5th, 2026. On our part, we will contact the winner directly via email.Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:17:16 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6189https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6189Couperin 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, Voices, Conducting, Composition and Chamber Music, there is no age limit. 2026 Season 3 Application Deadline: 6th August 2026 Results Date: 27th August 2026 2026 Season 4 Application Deadline: 6th November 2026 Results Date: 27th November 2026 Apply now at: www.couperincompetition.comMon, 29 Jun 2026 13:41:02 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6183https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6183World Melody Music Competition is an online competition welcoming various categories including instruments, vocals, conducting, compositions, creative video, film music, creative music writing and chamber music. Season 3 Application Deadline: 15 August 2026 Website: https://www.melodycompetition.com/ Season 4 Application Deadline: 15 November 2026 Website: https://www.melodycompetition.com/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:09:46 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6181https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6181The Henryk Mikołaj Górecki Silesian Philharmonic, in cooperation with the ZAiKS Authors’ Association, is organizing the 4th International Henryk Mikołaj Górecki Composers’ Competition in 2026. The Competition aims to commemorate the Patron of the Philharmonic. The Competition will also promote young composers and contribute to the expansion of the concert repertoire. The subject of the Competition is the composition of a work for string orchestra with a maximum instrumentation of 5-4-3-3-1 and a duration of 5 to 10 minutes. The deadline for submissions is 30 September 2026. The prize pool includes: - cash prizes with a total value of PLN 16,000 - the premiere performance of the winning work during the 14th International Henryk Mikołaj Górecki Festival “Episodes” - a professional audiovisual recording of the premiere performanceTue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6168https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6168The enduring legacy of one of America's most decorated composers has been the basis for launching the Marvin Hamlisch International Music Awards since 2019, aimed at recognizing and enabling the next generation of diverse music composition talent. The previous international awards ceremonies were a huge success with each time over 500 applicants from more than 50 countries participating every year. Celebrities have included Quincy Jones, Johnny Mathis, Barbra Streisand, Clive Davis, Kelli O' Hara, Idina Menzel, Santino Fontana, Paul Shaffer, Sir Howard Stringer, Lucie Arnaz, Melissa Manchester, Bill Gaden, Francis Goya, Maria Friedman and many others presenting the awards. Relive all of the Marvin Hamlisch International Music Awards ceremonies at hamlischawards.tv. Following its tremendous success, the Marvin Hamlisch International Music Awards 2026-2027 is now open for registration with NEW categories. Visit www.HamlischAwards.org for details.Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6174https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6174Theia Ensemble, based in Salerno, Italy, is keeping focus on modern and contemporary music, in a new, broader framework of attention of the community for contemporary expressions in arts. The Ensemble is launching this year the third edition of its contemporary music festival Ligatura 2026, and is also involved in numerous projects for the valorization of the territory, both in the city and in the province of Salerno, organizing masterclasses with leading voices and protagonists of today's music (check website!), and connecting with important realities involved in contemporary art (such as Fondazione Menna, Tempi moderni). Theia Ensemble is looking for new scores to be inserted in its next activities, and organizes the third edition of an open CALL FOR SCORES. All composers of any age and nationality can participate by submitting works for the following categories: Solo, Chamber musicSun, 21 Jun 2026 20:59:32 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6173https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6173The 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 designed to challenge your virtuosity and celebrate your artistic brilliance. All award winners receive a beautifully designed collectible digital certificate & badge, and have the option to order an exclusive winner’s medal as a lasting keepsake. 2026 Season 3 Application Deadline: 6th August 2026 Website: www.maxbruchcompetition.com 2026 Season 3 Application Deadline: 6th November 2026 Website: www.maxbruchcompetition.comFri, 19 Jun 2026 19:28:31 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6170https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6170Golden Prestige International Music Competition is an online music competition open to musicians of all ages, all majors including instruments, vocal, conducting, chamber music, composition, music writings, and creative video. 2026 Season 3 Application Deadline: 9th August, 2026 Results Date: 28th August, 2026 2026 Season 4 Application Deadline: 9th November, 2026 Results Date: 28th November, 2026 https://www.goldenmusiccompetition.com/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:24:37 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6169https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6169The Peter Eötvös Contemporary Music Foundation announces a workshop for pianists and composers focusing on contemporary solo piano pieces and contemporary operas between 10-14 November 2026, in Budapest (Hungary). Selected active pianists will have the possibility to work on pieces by György Kurtág, Fabián Panisello, and Péter Eötvös. Selected composers will have the opportunity to work on a new piano solo piece inspired by piano compositions and operas of György Kurtág and Fabián Panisello. The new pieces will be performed on the final concert. The masterclass is open to pianists and composers of all nationalities. The age limit is 35 years for active participants but there is an observer possiblity without age limit. We welcome advanced students and professionals with an interest in contemporary music. The workshop offers working sessions with Fabián Panisello, Gregory Vajda, Duncan Gifford and Péter Kiss. EARLY BIRD: Composers who apply before 1 September get a 50% discount!Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:47:09 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11257?ref=51https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11257?ref=51Young Composers Competition Delft 2026/2027 | A New Platform for the Composers of Tomorrow The Young Composers Competition Delft 2026/2027 is a new composition competition for emerging composers from the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg. With a strong focus on artistic development, experimentation, and live performance, the competition offers composers the opportunity not only to write their work, but also to hear it performed, present it to an audience, and further develop it in collaboration with professional musicians and experts from the field. Are you a composer with a distinctive voice and a curiosity for sound, form, and imagination? Register and let your music be heard. https://dporchestra.nl/yccd The Young Composers Competition Delft is an initiative of DProject Orchestra, conductor Marnix Willem Steffen, composer Edward Top, and cultural entrepreneur Erik Verbeek.Sat, 13 Jun 2026 08:46:25 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6155https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6155The 10th Dante Moro International Composition Competition is open to composers of all ages and nationalities. Sections: A: A composition for solo piano, piano and violin, piano and cello, or piano trio, to serve as the soundtrack for a 5’21” video presentation dedicated to Dante Moro. B: A work for piano and string orchestra (max. 8 minutes), inspired by and titled after a sculpture or drawing by Dante Moro. Application: Submit an anonymous PDF score (using a motto/pseudonym), personal documents, and a short biography by November 1, 2026. Fee: €20 if submitted by September 1, 2026 (early bird); €40 thereafter. Prizes: Up to two winning works will be performed at a public concert in Falcade on December 29, 2026. Winners will receive a diploma, commemorative plaque/medal, accommodation for one night (if attending), and a share of the €1,500 total prize fund. Results: Announced by December 6, 2026.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6148https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6148On its 50th anniversary, Divertimento Ensemble is announcing an international call for young composers under 35 (at the submission deadline) to select five compositions for ensemble (3) and for solo instrument (2). These compositions will be included in the Rondò 2027 season.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:34:09 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6151https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/competitions/6151IDEA International Divertimento Ensemble Academy selects 20 young composers under 35 (5 for each workshop) who wish to write a new composition for prepared piano, voice, cello and percussion that will be performed in a concert of the Rondò 2027 season in Milan (May 2027) by the workshop tutors Maria Grazia Bellocchio, Maria Eleonora Caminada, Martina Rudic and Elio Marchesini.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:30:21 +0100https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11248?ref=51https://debussy.musicalchairs.info/courses/11248?ref=51