Berlioz International Music Competition 2026 Season 4: Online Entries by 10 December
A broad online music opportunity
The Berlioz International Music Competition is receiving submissions for Season 4 of its 2026 online competition. Its official application page lists a 10 December 2026 deadline and an announcement date of 1 January 2027. The format allows performers to take part without travelling for an in-person preliminary audition, although entrants should verify the video rules and any obligations tied to awards.
Who and what can enter?
The organizer advertises categories for piano, strings, wind and brass instruments, voice, conducting, chamber music, choir, orchestra, arrangements, original compositions and film or game music. Its age-based divisions include Prodigy (up to 7), Junior (8–10), Youth (11–13), Young Artist (14–17), Advanced (18–22), and Professional (no age limit). Category choices also distinguish musical periods and repertoire types; select the correct division from the current form.
Entry costs
This is a paid-entry competition, not a funded fellowship. The published application charges are £65 for one category, £120 for two, £170 for three or £220 for four. Do not assume multiple category entries share one fee. Check the rules about repertoire duration, accepted recording formats, rights and additional costs before making a non-refundable payment.
How to prepare
The application form asks for the candidate's personal and musical details, including age, instrument or discipline and residence. Prepare an appropriate performance video and programme information, then review the official Categories & Requirements and Awards pages before submitting. A category name alone does not establish a cash award; distinguish published certificates and performance recognition from explicitly advertised monetary prizes.
Organizer and source
The competition publishes its own entry form, categories, jury information and results archives. These provide a route to confirm previous editions, but applicants should make their own assessment of the competition's suitability and fees. Checked against the organizer's Season 4 listing on 24 October 2026; the organizer's live terms are authoritative.
Official call and application details:
https://www.berliozcompetition.com/apply