https://www.musicalchairs.info/rss/en/voiceThe latest Voice Jobs, Courses, Competitons & Instrument Sales from musicalchairs - The world's leading online resource for Classical Music Professionals.enCopyright: (C) musicalchairs 2025 see https://www.musicalchairs.info/about/terms for terms and conditions of reuse.features@musicalchairs.info (musicalchairs)Sat, 20 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +010060http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssUnleash your voice at the Lazar Jovanović International Competition—the biggest and most prestigious opera contest in Serbia. This isn't just a competition; it's a launchpad for the next generation of opera stars. Our prizes are crafted to propel your career forward, with a total prize fund of over 2,500 euros. The grand award for the laureate includes a financial prize and a solo concert with an orchestra. The competition is held at the renowned National Theatre in Belgrade. The international jury is comprised of distinguished artists and artistic directors from major opera houses of Europe, offering unparalleled exposure and a chance to shine. Join us and become part of a legacy that celebrates talent, discipline, and the future of classical music. This is your moment. Your stage awaits.Sat, 20 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5445?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5445?ref=41Mozart International Music Competition UK opens online to all Instruments, Voices, Conducting, Composition and Chamber Music. The application deadline: 1st November, 2025 Results announcement: 26th November, 2025 Apply now at: https://www.mozartcompetition.com/Sat, 20 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5444?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5444?ref=41Best Classical Musicians Awards Open to all instrumentalists, singers, conductors & chamber musicians, and composers of all nationalities Online. The application deadline: 15th October 2025 Results announcement: 5th November 2025 Apply now at: https://www.bestclassicalmusicians.com/Thu, 18 Sep 2025 18:55:18 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5443?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5443?ref=41Debussy International Music Competition opens online to all Instruments, Voices, Conducting, Composition and Chamber Music. The application deadline: 10th October, 2025 Results announcement: 29th October, 2025 Apply now at: www.debussycompetition.comThu, 18 Sep 2025 18:42:57 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5442?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5442?ref=41The 28th "LUIGI NONO" International Chamber Music Competition will take place at the AGAMUS Concert Hall, via La Salle 2, Grugliasco (Torino) on november 7th, 8th e 9th 2025. It is open to musicians of any nationality. Categories: CHAMBER MUSIC (born between January 1, 1992 and December 31, 2010): any group, from duo to octet (max 1 piano). SOLOISTS (born between January 1, 1996 and December 31, 2010): any instrument. EXAMINERS CHAIRMAN: EMANUELE STRACCHI (Italy), pianist, composer, conductor and teacher PIER GIORGIO CARGNINO (Italy), NATANIA HOFFMAN (USA), MARCO JORINO (Italy) Application forms must be received by October 12th 2025. AWARDS: CHAMBER MUSIC: 1st PLACE: 2000 €, 2nd PLACE: 1000 €, 3dr PLACE: 500 SOLOISTS: 1st PLACE: 1200 €, 2nd PLACE: 600 €, 3dr PLACE: 300€. SPECIAL PRIZE “CONTEMPORARY MUSIC”: 500 € for the best performance of a contemporary piece, valid for both categories. SPECIAL AWARD for the best string in the SOLOISTS: concert with APS Orchestra FilarmonicTue, 16 Sep 2025 16:24:15 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5433?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5433?ref=41This course is aimed at deepening your skills in opera, regarding singing, musical interpretation and characterization. You will have individual singing lessons and musical interpretation for your roles and audition repertoire with coaches from both the Academy of Music and Drama and from the Göteborg Opera. You work individually with role interpretation with an opera director, and you have group lessons in dance and movement. Together with other opera students, you also participate in masterclasses, and sometimes you will be offered a role in one of the academy's opera productions. The course is examined through a public staged concert, or in an opera production. Also see the continuation course Interpretation in Opera 2.Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10379?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10379?ref=41Georges Bizet 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. The application deadline: 10th October 2025 Results announcement: 29th October 2025 Website: https://www.bizetcompetition.com/Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:17:20 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5430?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5430?ref=41Concorso Musicale Internazionale "Città di Alessandria" edizione 2025. IX Edizione. Aperto a pianisti, pianoforte 4 mani, musica da camera, strumenti solisti, Canto Lirico. Giurie di livello Internazionale, premi in borse di studio e concerti premio presso le A.M.I. Associazioni Mozart Italia e altre importanti sedi.Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:22:15 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5429?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5429?ref=41World Art Song Competition Basel International Lieder/Art Song Vocal Competition 2026 Purpose: Celebrating the art song tradition worldwide — for today and for generations to come • No restrictions on nationality or educational background • Open to both professionals and amateurs • Age: 18 and above (no upper age limit) Preliminary and Semi-final Rounds Video submissions (via YouTube unlisted) Submission deadline: January 10, 2026 Final Round Tokyo Ongaku no Tomo Hall (live performance) April 18, 2026 •Repertoire must be art songs with piano accompaniment Jury • Prof. Yijie SHI 石 倚潔(China) • Prof. Susanne Kelling (Germany) • Prof. Qilian CHEN 陈 其莲 (China) • Tatsuya Higuchic (Japan) • Noriko Kawamura (Japan) • Megumi Tanihara (Japan) • Shoko Fukuda (Japan) • Miju Kim (Korea) • Joseph Kristanto Pantioso (Indonesia) Prizes Total prize money: 1,200,000 JPY Travel support provided to finalists For more details, please visit our official website.Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:49:04 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5428?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5428?ref=41Nato a Mola di Bari nel 1857, il compositore di lontane origini fiamminghe, è stato autore prolifico di brani per canto e pianoforte e di piccoli capolavori per pianoforte, come i celebri insonnii dedicati all’amico Gabriele d’Annunzio, o per piccole formazioni. La sua attenzione per le modernità sinfoniche d’oltralpe (fu tra i protagonisti del wagnerismo napoletano) unita ad una solida formazione contrappuntistica gli valse la cattedra di Armonia presso il Conservatorio San Pietro a Majella. Questa competition, inclusa nel programma del Festival Casa Van Westerhout, intende promuovere la figura del compostiore molese e divulgarne l’opera.Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:18:03 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5427?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5427?ref=41Beethoven Award – International Online Music Competition Applications are now open for the Beethoven Award Autumn 2025 Edition. This international competition is open to all instruments, voice, chamber ensembles, and composition. Repertoire is free – you may perform any piece by any composer. The competition follows a unique “risk-free” two-stage format: Preliminary Round – free of charge (submit your video) Final Round – optional and with guaranteed prizes Awards: ✅ Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze Prizes ✅ Platinum Laureates receive a €200 cash prize ✅ Special Awards Beautiful digital diplomas, individual posters, Teacher Appreciation Diplomas International promotion of winners through the Universal Maestro Society and publication in the Winners’ Gallery Schedule (Autumn 2025 Edition): Application deadline: 17 October 2025 Preliminary results: 21 October 2025 Final Round: 25–29 October 2025 Results: 31 October 2025Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5426?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5426?ref=41Apply 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 2017, the WWWSTAR Awards has been organized with great success, bringing together talented musicians from all over the world. What do we offer? ✅ Opportunity to Win the Musician of the Year Award ✅ Feedback from a professional jury ✅ Certificates according to the evaluation ✅ Free exposure on the WWWSTAR YouTube channel ✅ Visibility and recognition within the music community ✅ Opportunities to connect, collaborate, and grow ✅ Option to order individual medals and WWWSTAR Awards trophies Who can participate? ✅ Experienced musicians looking to reach a wider audience ✅ Beginners taking their first steps ✅ Solo artists and bands ✅ Artists from all musical genres CATEGORIES ✅ Piano ✅ Strings ✅ Winds ✅ Guitar ✅ VoiceThu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5420?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5420?ref=41Free Application until 10 October 2025 AWARDS: ⭐ABSOLUTE WINNERS ⭐FIRST PRIZES with Special Mention ⭐1st, 2nd, 3rd Prizes in each category and age group. All Prizewinners: ⭐receive their diploma ⭐will receive certificates for teachers and accompanists upon request Selected Prizewinners: ⭐will be interviewed in Maestro Magazine ⭐will have their winning video published on the website ⭐will have created their own Winners web page on www.classicalmusicstars.com ⭐will have the opportunity for a subscription to medici.tv – the world’s largest classical music platform ⭐will take part in the Laureates Concert COMPETITION CALENDAR: ✅ Acceptance of applications until 10 October 2025 ✅ Preliminaries: 11-13 October ✅ Screening Results: 14 October ✅ Acceptance of entries for the final round: 14-19 October ✅ Final Round: 20-24 October ✅ Announcement of Results: 25 October 2025Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:10:30 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5424?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5424?ref=41TEBALDI – GIGLI – CORELLI LYRIC COMPETITION 2nd INTERNATIONAL OPERA SINGING COMPETITION IN MARCHE REGION (IT) Organized by the Marche Regional Authority in collaboration with Consorzio Marche Spettacolo and the Municipality of Recanati. The competition will be led by a prime jury composed of the most relevant personalities representing the main Opera producers or promoters in the Marche region, with the chairmanship of the President of Teatro Sociale di Como - AsLiCo, Dominique Meyer. The competition will take place in Recanati from December 8th to December 11th 2025. To participate, candidates must fill in the following application form: https://forms.gle/2BZ7bfswUYsYZabs9 DEADLINE: 31st October 2025 The competition is open to opera singers of all vocal registers and nationalities. All candidates who have not turned 35 by the application deadline may participate in the competition. Prizes: 1st place - 10.000 € 2nd place - 5.000 € 3rd place - 3.000 €Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:55:32 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5423?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5423?ref=41Under the patronage of Madam Patrizia Ciofi, the International Lyrical Art Competition of Namur aims to promote the professional career of young lyrical singers of all nationalities. The Competition provides: - 5 prizes and special prizes - a performance in the semi-final with free choice of the staging - a performance in the final in the Namur Concert Hall, with the Opéra Royal de Wallonie orchestra conducted by Maestro Ayrton Desimpelaere - a jury composed of major opera house representatives, artists’ agents and internationally renowned lyric artists - masterclasses with one or more internationally renowned lyric artists - lectures with prominent figures from the world of opera The third edition of the Competition will take place from Monday 26 January to Saturday 07 February 2026 in Namur, Belgium. It will be a tribute in memory of Jodie Devos, an inspiring star who passed away too soon.Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:47:54 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5422?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5422?ref=41The Beethoven International Music Competition UK is now accepting applications online! The competition welcomes all instruments, conducting, composition, voice, and chamber music for multiple categories. Application Deadline: 1st October 2025 Results Date: 21st October 2025 https://www.beethovenmusiccompetition.com/Mon, 08 Sep 2025 20:38:50 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5419?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5419?ref=41Jean-Philippe Rameau International Music Competition is now accepting applications. This competition welcomes all instruments, conducting, composition, voice, chamber music, music videos, innovative writings. Application Deadline: 26th September, 2025 Results Date: 17th October, 2025 Visit and apply at: https://www.rameaucompetition.com/Mon, 08 Sep 2025 20:31:02 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5418?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5418?ref=414th Gabriel Fauré Music World Competition and Festival !FREE ENTRY (Preliminary Round)! CASH PRIZES AND CONCERTS. The 4th Gabriel Fauré MUSIC WORLD COMPETITION AND FESTIVAL (GFMC) is an international online classical music competition for musicians from all around the world. The goal of the Competition is to help the new generation musicians to build their international career. The 4th edition is open to musicians from all over the world. The instrument sections of the Competition are Piano, Strings, Wind Instruments, other classic Instruments, Voice, Piano 4 hands, Chamber Music, Conducting, Composition, Choir, Rock, Pop and Jazz Band, Pop Voice and other. - OCTOBER 10, 2025 – FREE ENTRY - NEW Application Deadline for Preliminary Round - OCTOBER 28, 2025 Notification of the approved Participants to FINAL ROUND - NOVEMBER 10, 2025 – Application deadline for Final Round - DICEMBER 15, 2025 ONWARDS The winning results will be announcedMon, 08 Sep 2025 19:28:50 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5417?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5417?ref=41Dal 7 al 9 Novembre 2025 Teatro Cilea - Reggio Calabria VISIONARE NUOVO BANDO Scadenza iscrizioni: 20 Ottobre 2025 Quota di iscrizione: 90,00 € Limite di età: 0 ● 1º premio – borsa di studio di € 2.000.00 ● 2º premio – borsa di studio di € 1.500.00 ● 3º premio – borsa di studio di € 1.000.00 ● Premio speciale Cilea Chamber (alla migliore esecuzione di un’aria da Camera di Cilea) – borsa di studio di € 500.00 ● Premio Movimento Classical – incisione discografica brani inediti scritti su temi di Cilea offerta da Movimento Classical ● Premio speciale Cilea Opera Festival 2026 – scrittura per la stagione 2026 in occasione di concerto/opera Vincitori, finalisti e/o semifinalisti potranno essere scritturati per produzioni nella XXI Stagione Concertistica dell’Orchestra del Teatro Cilea Presidente di Giuria GIUSEPPE FILIANOTI Gaetano Tirotta, Christian Francesconi (Agente AURA Management) Tel: 3489585415 concorsoliricocileaoperafestival@nuovolaboratoriolirico.itFri, 05 Sep 2025 16:09:10 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5414?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5414?ref=41The masterclass for conductors & church musicians deals with works for choir and orchestra, as well as the special technique and working methods of a conductor who has vocalists and orchestra in front of him at the same time. Each participant in the master class is scheduled to spend at least 70 minutes per day actively conducting, as well as actively participating in the final concert. Ensembles: The Sächsischer Kammerchor and the J. Märkisches Kammerorchester Lectures: Conducting: Music director Fabian Enders Working with singers and voice training (Kelsey Zahlten, Soprano) Repertoire: Francesco Durante: Magnificat B flat major J. S. Bach: "Der Herr denket an uns" BWV 196 J. Michael Bach: "Liebster Jesu, hör" J. Bernhard Bach: Ouverture D major J. Christoph Altnikol: "Befiel du deine Wege" We welcome interested singers who would like to participate in the course and receive a fee. Contact: musik.fabianenders@gmail.com application deadline: 08 Oct 2025Fri, 05 Sep 2025 02:58:12 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10368?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10368?ref=41In 2026, in partnership with Opera South East, HPO will organize an opera academy for singers with two fully staged performances of Puccini's La Boheme accompanied by a 18-piece professional orchestra. The academy will take place from 7th to 16th April 2026 in Hastings UK. The course will be led by HPO Artistic Director and Principal Conductor Marcio da Silva, who is an experienced international choral and orchestral conductor, opera director and vocal coach. The chorus will be performed by members of Opera South East. The production will be a revival of Marcio da Silva's 2022 production. Rehearsals and performances will take place at Christ Church, St Leonards on Sea. Each singer will perform in at least one of the two fully staged performances. Each role will be sung in Italian. Fee (does not include accommodation): £1,500 To apply please send a video and a cv to hpoartisticdirector@gmail.com.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:47:13 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10365?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10365?ref=41Ensemble OrQuesta’s final academy of the year will take place in Hastings with performances at Christ Church with Purcell’s King Arthur. This academy will feature another new fully staged production by Marcio da Silva. The chorus part will be sung by Opera South East. The academy will be led by EO’s Artistic Director Marcio da Silva and EO's harpsichordist Predrag Gosta. Participating singers will be coached on style, movement and pronunciation. Available Roles: Please visit our website for more information on roles. Performance dates: 1st & 2nd July Venue: Christ Church, St Leonards on Sea Tuition fee: £850 (does not include accommodation - payments can be paid in instalments) Application: To apply for an opera academy place, please send a CV and a video or audio recording to ensembleorquesta@outlook.com. Roles are allocated continuously upon receipt of suitable applications; for that reason there is no application deadline.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:19:38 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10364?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10364?ref=41Ensemble OrQuesta’s third academy of the year will also take place in Hastings with performances at The Cockpit, London with Handel’s masterpiece Rinaldo. This academy will feature another new production by Marcio da Silva. The academy will be led by EO’s Artistic Director Marcio da Silva and EO's harpsichordist Predrag Gosta. Participating singers will be coached on style, movement and pronunciation. Available Roles: Rinaldo (Mezzo-Soprano), Godofredo (Mezzo-Soprano), Almirena (Soprano), Armida (Soprano) Eustazio (Mezzo-Soprano), Argante (Bass) Performance dates: 19th & 20th June Venue: The Cockpit, London Tuition fee: £1,000 (does not include accommodation - payments can be paid in instalments) Application: To apply for an opera academy place, please send a CV and a video or audio recording to ensembleorquesta@outlook.com. Roles are allocated continuously upon receipt of suitable applications; for that reason there is no application deadline.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:14:02 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10363?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10363?ref=41The Ensemble OrQuesta team, in 2025 will once again hold opera academies with rehearsals in Hastings, East Sussex, and performances in London at The Cockpit, Marylebone. This academy will feature a new production of Monteverdi’s Il Ritorno d’Ulisse in Patria. The performances will be accompanied by Ensemble OrQuesta Baroque and the academy will be led by EO’s Artistic Director Marcio da Silva and EO’s harpsichordist Predrag Gosta. Participating singers will be coached on style, movement and pronunciation. Available Roles: Ulisse (Tenor), Penelope (Soprano/Mezzo-Soprano), Ericlea (Soprano/Mezzo-Soprano), Melanto (Soprano), Minerva (Soprano), Eurimaco (Tenor/Soprano), Nettuno/Antinoo (Bass), Telemaco (Tenor) Performance dates: 10th & 11th June Venue: The Cockpit, London Tuition fee: £1,000 (does not include accommodation - payments can be made in instalments) Application: To apply for an opera academy place, please send a CV and a video or audio recording to ensembleorquesta@outlThu, 04 Sep 2025 13:04:52 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10362?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10362?ref=41The World Classical Music Masters Association (WCMA) is honoured to announce the Annual International Online Music Competition. This distinguished event seeks to bring together accomplished musicians and emerging talents from across the globe, providing a platform of the highest calibre unrestricted by geographical boundaries. The competition encompasses a broad spectrum of categories, including solo performance, ensemble, vocal, composition, and conducting, celebrating both the richness of classical traditions and the vitality of contemporary and cross-genre innovation. By submitting their performances online, participants are afforded the opportunity to present their artistry on an international stage and to contribute to the ongoing preservation and advancement of musical culture. Visit and apply at: https://www.wcma.onlineThu, 04 Sep 2025 07:29:45 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5410?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5410?ref=41The 1st International Bogdan Paprocki Opera Singers’ Competition shall be held in Opera Nova in Bydgoszcz, Poland from 16th to 23rd November 2025. The prize pool for the competition is 150.000 PLN (35.000 €). The laureates will receive large cash prizes - 6 main prizes (three in each of two categories - female and male) and distinctions. In addition, the directors of all polish opera houses invited to the third stage will receive prizes in the form of participation in opera performances. The entry fee is 600 PLN (150€) - entry with own pianist-acompanist or 750 PLN (190€) entry with competition pianist-acompanist. The deadline for applications is 17 October 2025. You are cordially invited!Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5407?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5407?ref=41Gold International Classical Music Competition (GICMC) An inspiring online classical music competition open to musicians of all nationalities and ages—compete internationally without leaving home. The GICMC has been listed in renowned Gramophone Magazine’s Annual Competition Guide, featuring the best competitions worldwide. Application deadline: October 15, 2025 Grand Prizes are awarded in each age category, including cash awards and special recognitions (see the “Prizes” page for details). Now introducing the GICMC Partner Program—a brand-new initiative. Find out more on the “Partners” page. Apply, review detailed rules, and join our global platform at gicmc.com. Don’t miss your chance to shine—share your artistry and connect with the world!Wed, 03 Sep 2025 22:26:18 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5409?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5409?ref=41­­*The competition is open to all instrumentalists, singers, conductors & chamber musicians, composers of all nationalities Global Genius Music Competition is an online classical music competition open to all talented musicians around the world - No Travel is Needed The application deadline: 3rd October 2025 Results announcement: 22nd October 2025 Apply now at: https://www.globalgeniusmusic.com/Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:08:58 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5406?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5406?ref=41Schubert International Competition is now accepting applications. This competition welcomes all instruments, conducting, composition, voice, chamber music, creative videos, innovative writings. Application Deadline: 23rd September, 2025 Results Date: 11th October, 2025 Visit and apply at: https://www.schubertcompetition.com/Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:01:51 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5405?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5405?ref=41⭐ FREE ADMISSION until 25 October 2025 The BACH International Music Competition, now in its 6th edition, invites: ⭐ Composers ⭐ Ensembles ⭐ Soloist-performers of all ages and instruments ⭐ Conductors ⭐ Music videos The competition is open to musicians of all ages and backgrounds, offering a unique opportunity to share your creativity and talent with an international audience. With a wide range of categories, everyone has a chance to participate and shine. Every year we see so many talented musicians, and it’s always exciting to welcome them to the competition. Take this chance to show your music to the world and join a community of creative musicians. Enter for FREE until 25 October 2025 for a chance to reach the FINAL in early November.Tue, 02 Sep 2025 17:20:31 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5402?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5402?ref=41⭐FREE ADMISSION until 10 November 2025 FENIX AWARD International Music Competition invites: ⭐Soloist-performers (all instruments, all voice types) ⭐Composers ⭐Chamber Ensembles ⭐Conductors The Fenix Award is a new music competition with a mission to celebrate, inspire, recognise and reward. Join an empowering, inclusive and supportive environment that brings together musicians from around the world. ⭐ Printable diplomas & posters for Prizewinners ⭐ Absolute Winner featured in the Maestro Magazine ⭐ Platinum Winners featured on the website ⭐ Gold, Silver and Bronze Winners with valuable awards ⭐ No age limits Visit our website fenixaward.com to find out more. We will be accepting applications until 10 November 2025.Mon, 01 Sep 2025 17:27:37 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5401?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5401?ref=41La Asociación de Amigos de la Ópera de Santiago de Compostela, entidad sin ánimo de lucro, actúa en Santiago de Compostela y su área metropolitana. Sus finalidades son el cultivo y fomento del género lírico (ópera, zarzuela, recitales) y de toda actividad, incluidas las pedagógicas, que puedan llevar a una expansión y mayor conocimiento del mismo. La primera edición del Concurso tuvo lugar en 2018. En la actualidad, se han celebrado siete ediciones, con gran éxito de participantes y excelente recepción por parte del público y de las entidades y organismos colaboradores. El 22 y 23 de noviembre de 2025 se celebrará su VIII edición. El objetivo es proporcionar a los cantantes una proyección profesional en la etapa inicial de sus carreras. Dotado y Patrocinado por: Fundación José Otero-Carmela ´Dirección Xeral de Cultura, Xunta de Galicia, Ayuntamiento de Santiago de Compostela y Consello da Cultura Galega. Contacto: concursocompostelalirica@gmail.comMon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5396?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5396?ref=41MAMMA (Melodies Across the Map: Masters of Art) is a premier international classical music competition founded in 2025. Rooted in the vision of uniting the world through the universal language of music, MAMMA serves as a global stage for the next generation of classical musicians to shine. ONLINE APPLICATIONS! VIDEO RECORDINGS! WINNERS GALA RECITAL IN NEW YORK CITY!! OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE MASTERCLASS WITH AMAZING MUSIC PROFESSIONALS FROM BOSTON CONSERVATORY!!!Tue, 26 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5392?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5392?ref=41The 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 musicians from all over the world. The instrument categories can found on our categories page and are Piano, Strings, Wind Instruments, other classic Instruments, Voice, Piano 4 hands, Chamber Music, Conducting, Choir, Rock, Pop and Jazz Band, Pop Voice. Application Deadline: December 18, 2025 Application Fee: € 38,00 Winner Announcement: The results will be announced January 30, 2026 onwardsFri, 22 Aug 2025 19:37:14 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5383?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5383?ref=41Accademia Filarmonica Europea is organising three exceptional masterclasses in Rome: - Conducting Masterclass for the Operatic repertoire led by Maestro Pietro Mianiti, a conductor active in major Italian and European theaters and a leading interpreter of contemporary music. 11-16 November 2025 - Opera singing, held by the renowned soprano Elizabeth Norberg-Schulz, a leading figure on the international opera scene. 11-16 November 2025 - Conducting Masterclass for the Symphonic repertoire led by Maestro Daniele Agiman, a conductor active in major Italian and European theaters and a leading interpreter of contemporary music. 2-5 December 2025Wed, 20 Aug 2025 11:00:46 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10339?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10339?ref=41- Online Competition (Video Selection) - Open to all nationalities and ages - Piano, Strings, Voice, Wind and Chamber Music · 51st "Paris" Grand Prize Virtuoso, a selected group of winners will receive an invitation to perform at the prestigious The Studio of The Opéra Bastille in Paris (France) on December 10-12, 2025 it's the main facility of the Paris National Opera, France's principal opera company, and considered one of the most prestigious concert halls in the world. Selected winners will receive a set of digital professional photos, a 3D sculpted medal and a certificate/diploma (for free). Application Deadline: Monday, October 20, 2025. More info: https://www.grandprizevirtuosointernationalmusiccompetition.com/Sun, 10 Aug 2025 05:16:43 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5364?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5364?ref=41COURSES IN OPERA SINGING FROM 3RD UNIVERSITY LEVEL TO POSTGRADUATE COURSES Recognised as one of the most prestigious schools of advanced music training in Italy, the Fondazione Accademia di Musica has been operating for over 30 years; every year 650 students from all over the world study with our 50 internationally renowned teachers. - Today Fondazione Accademia di Musica ETS, in partnership with the Fondazione Luciano Pavarotti foundation, has added Opera Singing to our teaching offer, with a course that is absolutely unique in Italy: a 3rd level postgraduate specialist course in opera singing taught by Marcelo Álvarez, Fiorenza Cedolins, Ambrogio Maestri. This course is recognised by the Ministry and is intended to prepare students for a career in the field of opera. >>> Deadline: 5th October 2025 - There is also an one-year course of advanced training taught by Laura Claycomb dedicated to in-depth study of the opera repertoire. >>> Deadline 22th September 2025Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:28:43 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10325?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10325?ref=41The Call for Young Performers voice is back, under the guidance of Alda Caiello. The annual course include a meeting a month from November to May, with final concerts in May as part of Rondò, the Milanese season of Divertimento Ensemble. But there is also a novelty: the possibility of attending, in addition to the aforementioned lessons, an intensive period of 4 days in Moncalvo (Monferrato) at the end of August, with final concerts in the context of Rondò in Monferrato. The milanese course will pay special attention to the music of György Kurtág. The Moncalvo residency will focus on the compositions for vocal ensemble Words in the Dust by Marco di Bari and Veni Creator by Alessandro Solbiati, in addition to pieces for solo voice and voice and piano.Mon, 04 Aug 2025 17:12:48 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10321?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10321?ref=41The Ensemble OrQuesta team are putting together another academy of Mozart's Cosi fan Tutte, this time with a revival of Marcio da Silva's 2018 minimalist production. Rehearsals will take place in Hastings from 8th to 16th January with a single performance on the 17th of January, at Christ Church, St Leonards on Sea. This academy will be in partnership with the Hastings Philharmonic Orchestra and the performance will be accompanied by an HPO Ensemble of 7 musicians. Participating singers will be coached on style, movement and Italian, with a focus on recitatives. The academy will be led by EO’s artistic director Marcio da Silva. Available Roles: Fiordi (Soprano), Despina (Soprano), Dorabella (Soprano/Mezzo-Soprano), Guglielmo (Baritone), Ferrando (Tenor), Don Alfonso (Baritone) Performance date: 17th January Venue: Christ Church, St Leonards on Sea Tuition fee: £1,000 (does not include accommodation - payments can be made in instalments)Sun, 03 Aug 2025 17:08:08 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10318?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/courses/10318?ref=41The competition is open to opera singers of all vocal registers and all nationalities who have reached the age of 18. OPERA SECTION: First Prize: Euro 1,500.00 Second Prize: Euro 1.000,00 Third Prize: Euro 500.00 Special prize for best performance of a Verdi aria: Euro 500.00 Special prize for best performance of a Rossini aria: Euro 500.00 ARTISTIC AWARDS: Auditions, roles in operas, concerts SACRED MUSIC SECTION: First Prize: Euro 1.000,00 Second Prize: Euro 500,00 Third Prize: Euro 300,00 Special prize for the best interpretation of a German-language sacred aria: Euro 500.00 ARTISTIC AWARDS: concerts in the BIBIENA ART FESTIVAL 2026 and RASSEGNA MUSICALE SAN COLOMBANO 2026.Wed, 30 Jul 2025 09:32:53 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5346?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5346?ref=41"FARINELLI" INTERNATIONAL SACRED MUSIC COMPETITION – FOR SINGERS- Città di Trani The Associazione Culturale e Musicale Hermes - ETS and the Accademia & Orchestra Filarmonica del Mediterraneo are organizing the "FARINELLI" INTERNATIONAL SACRED MUSIC COMPETITION – FOR SINGERS, in the city of Trani, Puglia - IT. The Competition will consist of two Rounds: First Round and Final Round. The Competition is open to participants of all nationalities, and is divided into four categories: Soprano, Mezzo-soprano or Contralto, Tenor, and Bass. Sopranisti, Contraltisti and Controtenori are also eligible to participate in the Competition. DEADLINE: 31 October, 2025 Application deadline Finalists announcement 15 December 2025 Winners announcement 10 April 2026Mon, 28 Jul 2025 19:03:13 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5342?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5342?ref=41The Municipality of Torri del Benaco and Associazione Opera for beginners, announces the 7th edition of the Maria Labia Prize dedicated to Maria Labia. The competition is open to all singers, pianists and violinists of any nationality without age limits . The competition will be held in Torri del Benaco (Italy) on October from 4 to19. Money prizes and paid concerts.Sat, 26 Jul 2025 10:02:47 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5338?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5338?ref=41The last editions were held in presence. The next one will be held online to give even more international scope and reward the most promising young people in the international scene. Two online trials are pre-scheduled: Preselection and Final. Winners will get award diplomas based on their score and the top 3 singers with the highest overall score will receive 3 cash scholarships. The regulations can be found in English and Italian versions at www.bonicompetition.comSun, 13 Jul 2025 15:38:31 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5313?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5313?ref=41The 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 Antonín Dvořák. The goal of the Competition is to help the new generation of musicians to build their international career. The 2026 edition is open to musicians from all over the world. The instrument sections of the Competition are Piano, Strings, Wind Instruments, other classic Instruments, Voice, Piano 4 hands, Chamber Music and Choir.Sat, 12 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5306?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5306?ref=418th “VIENNA NEW YEAR’S CONCERT” INTERNATIONAL MUSIC COMPETITION 2025 "Winners' Concert at the Musikverein Vienna on January 10, 2026" • Voice • Piano • Strings • Winds • Percussion • Conductor • Chamber Music • Composition *The Winners' Concert, featuring the award winners, will take place at the Vienna Musikverein on January 8, 2025, accompanied by WIENER STADTORCHESTER! (Vienna City Orchestra) *Audio, video recording, and photo shoot at the concert and award ceremony. *The contest is open to musicians and composers of all nationalities Deadline: October 5, 2025Tue, 08 Jul 2025 19:56:34 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5303?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5303?ref=41NEW YORK CLASSICAL MUSIC COMPETITION 4th EDITION FREE ENTRY - WE DISCOVER YOUR TALENT! INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION WITH RENOWED JURY MEMBERS Deadline: 20 OCTOBER 2025 - International Jury - Prizes and awards - Concerts opportunity #Piano Solo #Harpsichord #Organ #Accordion #Violin #Viola #Cello #Double bass #Guitar #Harp #Flute #Oboe #EnglishHorn #Clarinet #Saxophone #Bassoon #Trumpet #French Horn #Trombone #Euphonium and Tuba #Voice (S, MS, A, T, Bar, B, Countertenor) #Vibraphon and Marimba #Snare drum, Setup, Timpani, Drum set, Hands-percussion #Piano four hands #Chamber Music (Duo, Trio, Quartet, Quintet, String Quartet, Saxophone, Quartet, Wind Quintet, Reed Quintet, Others) #Rock, Pop and Jazz Band #Pop voice #Choir #Orchestra #Conducting #Composition https://www.newyork-music-competition.com/Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:56:47 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5299?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5299?ref=41The 28th "LUIGI NONO" International Chamber Music Competition will take place at the AGAMUS Concert Hall, via La Salle 2, Grugliasco (Torino) on november 7th, 8th e 9th 2025. It is open to musicians of any nationality. Categories: CHAMBER MUSIC (born between January 1, 1992 and December 31, 2010): any group, from duo to octet (max 1 piano). SOLOISTS (born between January 1, 1996 and December 31, 2010): any instrument. EXAMINERS CHAIRMAN: EMANUELE STRACCHI (Italy), pianist, composer, conductor and teacher PIER GIORGIO CARGNINO (Italy), NATANIA HOFFMAN (USA), MARCO JORINO (Italy) Application forms must be received by October 12th 2025. AWARDS: CHAMBER MUSIC: 1st PLACE: 2000 €, 2nd PLACE: 1000 €, 3dr PLACE: 500 SOLOISTS: 1st PLACE: 1200 €, 2nd PLACE: 600 €, 3dr PLACE: 300€. SPECIAL PRIZE “CONTEMPORARY MUSIC”: 500 € for the best performance of a contemporary piece, valid for both categories. SPECIAL AWARD for the best string in the SOLOISTS: concert with APS Orchestra FilarmonicSun, 06 Jul 2025 08:34:03 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5298?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5298?ref=41The 9th 4Seasons Vienna International Musician Competition – Summer Edition is an online competition open to musicians of all nationalities. Application fee: €25 International classical music competition for *KEYS (Piano, Accordion, Organ) *STRINGS (violin, viola, cello, double-bass, harp, guitar) *WINDS (flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, saxophone, french horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, euphonium) *VOICE (all voice types) *PERCUSSION *CHAMBER MUSIC *COMPOSITION * Three main prizes (1st, 2nd and 3rd place) * Special prizes ( Wiener Klassik Prize, Jury Special Prizes) and Honorable Mentions Prizes will be awarded. * Grand Prix Prize: The winner receives a live performance opportunity at Mozarthaus Vienna, along with an audio and video recording of the performance. * The composition must be written for a solo, duo, trio, quartet, or quintet. Application fee: €25 Submission deadline: August 31, 2025 Results announcement: September 14, 2025Sun, 29 Jun 2025 19:52:30 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5284?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5284?ref=415th edition of the Premio Amici della Musica di Verona, a renowned international competition open to soloists and chamber music groups up to five members, under the age of 35 (for ensembles it is determined by the average age of all members). For the Preliminary Phase it is necessary to send the link of a professional or amateur video (or playlist), lasting between 12 to 20 minutes, uploaded on YouTube as Unlisted (in case of longer videos the Jury will stop listening exactly at minute 20). The Final Round will take place in the form of a concert: an entire Recital will be dedicated to the admitted candidates. Freely chosen programme, preferably of 50 minutes. The Jury is composed of renowned musicians who form the Artistic Committee of the Amici della Musica di Verona. Monetary prize up to €5000, the debut in the next major concert season of the Amici della Musica di Verona and visibility to other concert seasons involved in the network.Mon, 16 Jun 2025 14:12:23 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5256?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5256?ref=41Sixth edition of the "International Competition for the Interpretation of Contemporary Music" organized by the Flavio Vespasiano Foundation, within the Reate Festival. The competition is open to instrumentalists, singers, and chamber groups aged 35 or less (for chamber groups, the average age of the members is considered). Composers can ask their musician acquaintances to use their pieces to participate in the competition. Scholarships for 4400 € + Concerts of the winners within the Reate Festival (Rome / Rieti) FREE REGISTRATION by sending a VIDEO DEADLINE: September 30, 2025 The JURY is made up of very important personalities: Monica Bacelli, Antonio Caggiano, Alessandro Carbonare, Francesco Gesualdi, Andrea Lucchesini, Giovanni Sollima. For more information visit the website: https://www.reatefestival.it/competition.html or write to: concorso@reatefestival.itSat, 14 Jun 2025 12:19:32 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5248?ref=41https://www.musicalchairs.info/competitions/5248?ref=41