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NEIGHBORHOOD MUSIC SCHOOL presents The Renée B. Fisher Competition COMPOSER AWARDS Established 1987 The Renée B. Fisher Foundation and the Neighborhood Music School announce a call for scores for new piano works to be premiered in each division at its 2028 and 2029 piano competitions. The submission
Concert Bells of Fort Worth, under the direction of Yale alumni Stephanie Rhoades, is calling for submissions for their first ever composition contest. The top prize is $1500 and there is no entry fee. Applicants should submit a work of 3-6 minutes for 5-7 octaves of handbells, plus any listed auxil
Founded to support the long-term artistic and professional development of young musicians, the Concert Star International Classical Music Competition has become an international platform connecting emerging artists with leading educators and performance opportunities. The 3rd edition welcomes partic
34th Corciano International Competition for Original Wind Band Composition – 2027 Edition The competition is organized in Corciano (Perugia, Umbria, Italy) by the Pro Loco Corcianese, in collaboration with the Municipality of Corciano and with the support of the Umbria Region, in partnership with th
The 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
This prestigious award of ÂŁ3500, 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 ÂŁ500 Solent Music Festival Prize. The award is open to composers of all ages and nationalities.The work must be a set
World Piano Day 2027 – International Composition Award Are you ready to bring your musical vision to life on an international stage? The fourth edition of the World Piano Day Composition Competition invites composers from around the world to take part in an inspiring creative challenge for piano,
The 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
Located in Arcadia, California, Our Savior Lutheran Church (OSLC) seeks works of serious artistic ambition for SATB saxophone quartet. Submit your anonymized scores and MIDI or MP3 renders by April 1, 2027, for a chance to win cash prizes and a featured public performance by the Gold Line Quartet in
The prize is $1000 USD and World Premiere at the 2028 Triennial Conference of Delta Omicron International Music Fraternity. This competition is open to all composers 18 or older, regardless of any music fraternity affiliation. To be eligible, the composition shall NOT have been previously commission
Past listings
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First Prize: $10,000 USDSecond Prize: $6,000 USDEligibility: Composers residing in the United States, age 18-26 on the deadline for submission, September 1, 2026. Previous winners, as well as faculty and staff of the University of Louisville and their spouses and children are not eligible to enter.
COmpass REsonance (CORE)—an internationally acclaimed ensemble led by Zachary Carrettin and Mina Gajic—is seeking an original, unperformed work for conductorless string orchestra, offering a $3,000 prize and the possibility of a world premiere performance by CORE.The competition is open to composers
The PRIX ARS ADRIA Awards are dedicated to honoring artistic excellence and innovation across the field of contemporary classical music. The inaugural 2026 edition is open to both emerging and established artists, with the aim of highlighting exceptional artistic achievements, original works, and ou
Composition Competition for Irish ComposersIn the framework of the Irish EU Presidency, the Brussels Chamber Ensemble, a symphonic orchestra composed of 60 musicians, is launching a Composition Competition for Irish Composers, in official cooperation with the Irish Embassy of Brussels and the Irish
The Church of the Blessed Sacrament Competition in Liturgical Composition seeks to foster new music for the Roman Rite. There are no nationality restrictions; applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Submission Requirements The work may comprise any combination of vocal forces from a min
Dedicated to nurturing emerging talent, the Young Composer Initiative is a global contest established in 2022 that champions the creation of innovative wind band compositions by aspiring composers worldwide. The YCI provides: a live performance premiere, a free recording, invitations to serve as a g
THE 11th MATAN GIVOL INTERNATIONAL COMPOSERS COMPETITIONCompositions for 5-14 instruments from the following - One each unless otherwise indicated: Flute (doubling piccolo, alto flute and bass flute), oboe (doubling english horn), clarinet (doubling bass clarinet), bassoon, trumpet, horn, trombone,
What is the SwanSongS Fund? Dr. Phillip A. Swan, has established himself as a supporter and promoter of new choral compositions. To honor his 15th anniversary season as Artistic Director of NEWVoices, we established the SwanSongS Fund. This fund will support an ongoing choral composition competition
Carl 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 3 Applicatio
The Brazosport Symphony Orchestra (BSO), located in Lake Jackson, Texas, is sponsoring a competition for student and amateur composers. PRIZE The BSO will feature the winning composition in a public performance. RULES • Entries shall be original compositions between six and ten minutes in duration.
TRUE CONCORD ANNOUNCES ITS SECOND ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CAROL COMPETITION True Concord Voices & Orchestra, Tucson’s Two-Time Grammy-nominated ensemble, seeks new, unpublished Christmas works for its December 2026 Lessons & Carols by Candlelight Concerts and/or its Holiday Special. The winning pie
We invite all musicians worldwide — including all instruments, voices, composers, and ensembles — to take part in a refined international artistic experience.With five successful editions and over 1,400 distinguished participants, the competition has established itself as a respected platform for ar