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International Jean Sibelius Violin Competition
from WFIMC Yearbook 2023
by WFIMC
2025/ Violin
2030/ Violin
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Total Prize Money: 80.000 €
Application Due: tbc
Competition Dates: tbc
Travel support: no
Other Awards: tbc Streaming: yes
Jury: tbc / Artists: tbc
The Intl. Jean Sibelius Violin Competition is one of the most prestigious competitions in the world. Jean Sibelius´ Violin Concerto was, of course, one of the main reasons for holding the first competition in 1965. The most recent competition, the twelfth, was held in Helsinki from 18-29 May 2022. The Sibelius Society of Finland launched the competition in 1965 in connection with the 100th anniversary of Sibelius’ birth. The situation at the outset was impressive. An Honorary Committee was set up and a large number of distinguished musicians agreed to become members. Among them were Sir John Barbirolli, Herbert von Karajan, Yehudi Menuhin, David Oistrakh, Eugene Ormandy, Igor Stravinsky and Henryk Szeryng. The honour of chairing the Committee naturally feel to Aino Sibelius. Since 1965 the competition – without an Honorary Committee – has been held every five years. Young violinists from all over the world who have not yet reached their 30th birthday have been able to demonstrate their musical talents and compete with one another. The jury has always included well-established violinists and violin teachers, whereas the Chairmen have been Finns – such as Hannikainen, Kokkonen, Haapanen, Sallinen, Heiniö, Saraste and Oramo. The artistic importance of the competition lies in its potential for discovering new talents and helping young artists in their careers. The competition is nowadays organised jointly by the Sibelius Society of Finland and the Sibelius Academy.
WFIMC Member since 1969
´s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands
www.ivc.nu
International Vocal Competition 's-Hertogenbosch
2023/ Voice (Lied Duo)
2023/ Voice (Opera, Oratorio)
Total Prize Money: 43.500 €
Applications due: 01.05. and 27.06.2023
Competition Dates: 10 -15.10.2023
Travel support: Restricted
Other Awards: Concerts, Streaming: yes
Engagements Opera houses
Jury: tbc
Artists: South Netherlands Philharmonic
Sole classical vocal competition in the Netherlands that involves opera and oratorio, as well as art song for singer-pianist duos. Much attention paid to 20th century and contemporary music. Finals with symphony orchestra, masterclasses, media training, feedback from jury members, career development, laureates' concerts, travel refund possible, accommodation at host families. Special prizes for performance of repertoire by Richard Wagner and for young talent under the age of 25.
WFIMC Member since 1959
