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Armenia Am
Yerevan 		The 9th Aram Khachaturian International Cello Competition Jun 06, 2013 –
Jun 14, 2013 		Mar 30, 2013 Visit Site
Description
The 9th Aram Khachaturian International Cello Competition is open to cellists of any nationality who are born in the period of June 6, 1981 – June 6, 1997. The finalists will perform with The State Youth Orchestra of Armenia
France Fr
Bordeaux 		Bordeaux International String Quartet Competition May 06, 2013 –
May 12, 2013 		Feb 28, 2013 Visit Site
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The international Bordeaux string quartet competition was born in 1999 in this beautiful city. The seventh edition of the International String Quartet contest will take place in the Auditorium and the Grand Theâtre de Bordeaux from the 6th to the 12th of may 2013.
France Fr
Paris 		Harriet Hale Woolley Scholarship Oct 01, 2013 –
Jun 30, 2014 		Jan 31, 2013 Visit Site
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Bequeathed to the Fondation des Etats-Unis in the early 1930′s, the Harriet Hale Woolley Scholarship is a private grant awarded annually to a select number of exceptional American artists and musicians who plan to pursue advanced studies in Paris.
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Berlin 		Grand Prix Emanuel Feuermann N/A Visit Site
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Every four years, in collaboration with the Berlin University of the Arts, Kronberg Academy stages the Grand Prix Emanuel Feuermann in Berlin. This international cello competition is held in alternation with the International Pablo Casals Cello Competition to help keep alive the memory of the great cellist Emanuel Feuermann.
Italy It
Padova 		11 PADOVA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC COMPETITION Jun 24, 2013 –
Jun 30, 2013 		May 21, 2013 Visit Site
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11 PADOVA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC COMPETITION There are 3 competitions: for "Soloists and orchestra", "Città di Padova Prize" and "Virtuositè Prize". 21 concerts for prizewinners in beautiful cities as Venice, Rome, Florence, Padova, Abano Terme.
Italy It
 11th Int. Competition for Young Musicians Luigi Zanuccoli May 30, 2013 –
Jun 02, 2013 		May 11, 2013 Visit Site
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The competition is open to all Italian and foreign musicians, and the aim is to identify and promote young talent. President Honorary M°Uto Ughi President of Jury M°Igor Kuret Artistic Director M°Claudio Casadei
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Municipal Auditorium Filadelfia VV 		Filadelfia International Competition and Festival May 04, 2013 –
May 12, 2013 		Apr 28, 2013 Visit Site
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Open to young musicians of any nationality for soloists and chamber music groups including: Harp Opera singing Pianoforte Strings Woodwind Guitar Accordion Percussion Chamber music. Lower Secondary school instrument classes Jazz Combo Every year
Russian Federation Ru
Moscow 		Chance Music Festival Sep 13, 2013 –
Sep 15, 2013 		Jul 01, 2013 Visit Site
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The winners of the competition are provided with a unique opportunity to perform at one of the most famous music halls in the world – The Great Hall of Moscow Conservatory. Six nominations. Age limit from 5 to 50. Three special prizes 1,250€ each. ​
United Kingdom Gb
London 		Pierre Fournier Award Jul 09, 2013 –
Jul 11, 2013 		Apr 22, 2013 Visit Site
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We welcome worldwide applications from cellists aged 28 and under on 1/1/13. Application may be made online or by post by submitting 4 unedited recordings. Entry is FREE of charge, and live auditions will be held in London, from 9th – 11th July 2013.
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Knoxville, Tennessee 		Tennessee Cello Workshop Feb 15, 2013 –
Feb 17, 2013 		Feb 15, 2013 Visit Site
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Extensive three-day exploration and celebration of cello playing and music making. The program consists of a series of master classes, lecture presentations, cello ensemble events, cello competitions, and concerts.
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Princeton, NJ 		Princeton Fellowships in the Creative and Performing Arts Feb 15, 2013 Visit Site
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Princeton Fellowships in the Creative and Performing Arts, funded in part by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, will be awarded to artists whose achievements have been recognized as demonstrating extraordinary promise in any area of artistic practice and teaching. Applicants should be early career poets, novelists, composers, visual artists, conductors, musicians, choreographers, playwrights, designers, graphic novelists, film makers, performers, directors, and performance artists -- this list is not meant to be exhaustive -- who would find it beneficial to spend two years working in an artistically vibrant university community. Fellowships are for two 10-month academic years. Fellows will be in residence for academic years 2013-2014 and 2014-2015 at Princeton, interacting with our students, faculty and staff as part of the Lewis Center for the Arts and the Department of Music. The normal work assignment will be to teach one course each semester subject to approval by the Dean of the Faculty, but fellows may be asked to take on an artistic assignment in lieu of a class, such as directing a play, conducting a student music ensemble, or creating a dance with students. Although the teaching load is light, our expectation is that Fellows will be full and active members of our community, committed to frequent and engaged interactions with students during the academic year. While Fellows need not reside in Princeton, they will be required to spend a significant part of the week on campus. To apply, please submit materials online at: http://jobs.princeton.edu, requisition #1200809
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Davis, CA 		National Mondavi Center Young Artists Competition Sep 30, 2013 –
Mar 02, 2014 		Sep 30, 2013 Visit Site
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The 2014 Mondavi Center Young Artists National Competition offers the $2000 Young Artists Prize to U.S.-resident pianists and instrumentalists ages 10–16. The application deadline is September 30, 2013.
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New York, New York 		Salomé Young Artists Competition Apr 08, 2013 –
Oct 20, 2013 		Sep 18, 2013 Visit Site
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The Salomé Competition will be open to violinists, violists, cellists and double bassists ages 18 and younger (as of October 1st, 2013), currently living in the United States. Eligible candidates must submit an application and audio CD by September 18th.
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Washington D.C. 		Johansen International Competition for Young String Players Ages 13 to 17 N/A Visit Site
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The Johansen International Competition (JIC) for Young String Players Ages 13–17 (violin, viola, cello) takes place only once every 3 years. Prizes include $66,000 in cash awards, plus performance opportunities that may include a Winners' Recital in Washington, DC, and solo appearances with orchestra. Winners receive five years of complimentary student membership in the Friday Morning Music Club (FMMC). In addition, winners are eligible for a full scholarship to the Brevard Music Center 2012 summer program, and finalists are eligible for a half-scholarship to the 2012 Brevard summer music program.
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San Francisco, CA 		Irving M. Klein International String Competition N/A Visit Site
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For the past 26 years, the Irving M. Klein International String Competition has attracted some of the world’s finest young string players to San Francisco each June to compete for cash and performance prizes totaling over $25,000. The Klein Competition has achieved international recognition as one of the most prestigious classical music competitions, recognized for the high caliber of the contestants, its unique, nurturing environment, and its commitment to the commissioning of new works.
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Allentown, PA 		The Schadt String Competition Mar 01, 2013 –
Mar 03, 2013 		Dec 14, 2012 Visit Site
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The Schadt String Competition started in 1997 and is the annual national solo string competition of the Allentown Symphony Orchestra. The competition alternates annually between violin, cello and classical guitar. The First Prize includes a cash award of $8,000 and a solo concerto engagement with the Allentown Symphony Orchestra during the season following each competition.
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Chicago, IL 		Hams Competition N/A Visit Site
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Inaugurated in 2000, the HAMS Competition is an open annual competitive audition held in the Chicago area. For the main prize, the winner receives the use of a first-rate contemporary Dutch stringed instrument, made by Koen Padding, for one year. The young musician is featured on a compact disc recording, and HAMS also arranges several radio and live concert performance opportunities. In addition, an extraordinary trophy sculpture, created by artist Herbert Willems, accompanies the traveling instrument and its winner.
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Washington D.C. 		Washington International Competition N/A Visit Site
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Established in 1950, WIC competitions for singers, pianists, and string players are held each spring in annual rotation. A string competition will take place in 2012. Winners receive substantial cash awards, complementary membership in the FMMC for five years, and the opportunity to perform in recital or as soloist with orchestras in prestigious Washington venues. Applicants for performance competitions are first auditioned from CD recordings. Those accepted then come to Washington to compete before a panel of judges composed of outstanding performers, distinguished teachers, and others of recognized stature in various fields of music. Semi-finals and the finals are open to the public free of charge—a great opportunity to hear promising young artists in a varied program.
New York, New York 2013 Music Omi International Musicians Residency Jul 18, 2013 –
Aug 04, 2013 		Feb 01, 2013 Visit Site
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Every summer, Music Omi invites approximately a dozen musicians — composers and performers from around the globe — to come together for two and a half weeks in a unique collaborative music making residency program. Music Omi encourages its participants to share ideas; perform each other’s works and write music for one another while exploring their own musical vision; and broaden their artistic and cultural horizons. A singular feature of the Music Omi experience is the presentation of public performances during and at the conclusion of the residency, sharing some of their collaborative work with the public. Everyone accepted to Music Omi receives lodging, including a private room, and delicious meals during his or her stay, but accepted fellows must secure their own travel funds. All awarded fellows commit to remaining for the entire residency.