Max Bruch International Music Competition 2026 Season 4: All-Instrument Video Entries by 6 November

The Max Bruch International Music Competition is inviting global submissions for its fourth 2026 season. The organizer's application page lists a submission deadline of 6 November 2026 and an announced results date of 27 November 2026.

Who can apply? The competition offers categories for piano, violin, vocal music, chamber music, composition, conducting, orchestra, music videos, and film or game music. Its main age divisions run from Prodigy (age seven and under) through Junior, Youth, Young Artist and Advanced to a Professional division without an age limit. The category selected should fit the applicant's age and repertoire.

Entry costs are clearly tiered: £65 for one category, £120 for two, £170 for three, or £220 for four. Musicians should budget for these fees before completing their registration. The organizer requests personal information, instrument or major, selected category, repertoire details and a photograph for any winner poster.

Performers and conductors must supply a video link; composers may submit audio or video, including MIDI files. According to the application form, the link or original video file may be supplied by email later, but must arrive before the deadline. Applicants should consult the detailed Requirements and Categories sections to confirm their permitted repertoire and file format.

The organizer has published results and winner information from earlier seasons on its website, providing a way for applicants to assess the competition's track record. This opportunity should be distinguished from competitions that offer cash scholarships or guaranteed live engagements: check the published Awards page for precisely what each designation includes.

Official organizer and application form: https://www.maxbruchcompetition.com/apply