European Creative Contest 2026 Composer Competition

Official call/opportunity page URL: https://www.euregioklassika.it/composercompetition

Deadline: 20 October 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Entry fee: €30 for each composition submitted.

Eligibility: The official page does not state age or nationality restrictions in the section reviewed.

Composition / submission requirements: The 2026 theme is “Unity.” The competition has two sections: choir with even or mixed voices, and chamber ensemble from trio to chamber orchestra. Compositions must be unpublished, sent as PDF attachments, and have a minimum duration of 4 minutes and a maximum duration of 20 minutes. Applicants must also attach unlisted YouTube audio links.

Prize / benefit: The total prize money is €2,300. The first, second, and third prizes in each section are €700, €300, and €150 respectively, with diploma levels based on jury scores. The official page also lists a Young Creative Contest Special Prize awarded by the popular jury.

Application method: Send the application to segreteriaeuregioklassika@gmail.com with one or more unpublished composition PDFs and unlisted YouTube audio links. The participation fee is paid by bank transfer at registration.