Contrapuncta 2026 International Composition Competition

The Contrapuncta association is pleased to announce the launch of its 2026 International Composition Competition, dedicated to promoting musical creation. This edition is open to all, without nationality restrictions, for works for solo piano lasting between 6 and 12 minutes. Please note that submitted works must not have been commercially published or distributed previously. Six selected pieces by a professional jury will … Read more

International Composition Competition 2027

New compositions for mixed ensemble of Piano Duo with String Quartet (two pianos or piano, four hands with two violins, one viola, one violoncello) are being sought, organised by the University of Music and Performing Arts Graz. The primary aim of this competition is to encourage the creation of new chamber music works. The winning composition will be … Read more

Composers Meet Performers in Hong Kong – Call for Scores

Don’t miss your chance to take part in this internationally acclaimed festival. For details of eligibility, submission and timeline, please visit IC2026 website at https://ic.hkust.edu.hk/2026/call-scores. Composers Meet Performers in Hong Kong (IC) returns for another innovative season from June 2 to June 10, 2026. This year, it is presented in partnership with Accademia Stauffer (The … Read more

9th Brandenburg Biennial

In cooperation with Universal Edition, Vienna, the Association of Friends of the Brandenburg Symphony Orchestra (FBS e.V.) announces the ninth edition of its competition for composers of symphonic music. The competition is international and open to all age groups. Participants – apply by sending an e-mail to with name, first name and contact details. … Read more

23rd International Gustav Mahler Composition Prize

Composers of any nationality and without age limit are invited to submit compositions (duration max. 10 minutes) for saxophone, marimba, accordion and electronics. The international artists Michael Krenn, Rupert Struber, Alexander Bauer and Michael Schwarzenbacher will present the award-winning works in a world premiere on July 11th 2026 at the Musikforum Klagenfurt. In addition, the works … Read more

Mezinárodní sborový festival Preveza

2. Mezinárodní soutěž ve sborové kompozici má nový termín pro zasílání skladeb: 25. listopadu 2025. Děkujeme za pochopení a těšíme se na zaslání Vaší práce do uvedeného data. Pravidla pro Mezinárodní sborovou soutěž v Preveze 2026 jsou již k dispozici. www.armoniachoir.org

Witold Lutosławski NFM competition

Witold Lutosławski National Forum of Music in Wrocław announces a competition for a musical project related to the theme of the 60th International Festival Wratislavia Cantans Festival – Paradise Lost [?]  The competition is open to chamber music ensembles consisting of three to eight members, whose average age is no more than thirty-two years, and the oldest … Read more

Vienna International Music Competition 2025

6th Vienna International Music Competition (PIANO – STRINGS – VOICE – WIND – CHAMBER MUSIC – COMPOSERS) Over 50.000€ in prizes – ALL ages ​ONLINE COMPETITION (Video Selection) ​APPLICATION DEADLINE: 10 FEBRUARY 2025 ​​ FIRST Category: WINNERS‘ concert in vienna (MUSIKVEREIN) ​Winners‘ concerts at: MUSIKVEREIN (VIENNA) (Brahms Saal): Saturday, 19 APRIL 2025 More info here: https://www.viennacompetition.com/