Cello Competitions

The International Anton Rubinstein Competition is divided into four categories - Viola, Violoncello, Violin and Piano. The talented young violinists, violists, pianists and cellists from all over the world are invited to apply to enter the competition. The competitions will take place in two rounds: The first round will be completed via video link, YouTube or DVD. The second round will take place in Dusseldorf, Germany. For the information, please see our webpage: http://www.rubinstein-akademie.de/en/contests/.

II Agustin Aponte International Music Competition, held in Tenerife, Spain, is divided in three categories: piano, flute and strings. Open to all nationalities aged between 18 to 32 years old. Prizes for each category: First Prize:1000€ Second Prize: 500€ Third Prize: Diploma Grand Prize: 2000€ Special Prize: Concert engagements.

The competition is divided into five categories – Violin, Cello, Piano, Composition and Conducting. Our goal is to give young talented musicians the chance to have their debut in the legendary Laeiszhalle Hamburg in collaboration with "KlassikPhilharmonie Hamburg" orchestra. The Laeiszhalle Hamburg is one of the most significant concert halls in the world. The jury members are worldfamous musicians having a remarkable international career themsevles. We welcome violinists,cellists, pianists, conductors and composers from all over the world! Online registration is possible! be part of it!

Notable international music competition Svirel is held in a beautiful resort of slovenian renown wine region Brda. The competition host approx. 700 competitors from 25 countries worldwide. Acclaimed international jury, cash prizes, concert oportunities, sponzor awards and friendly enviroment make the Svirel attractive and unique place for your musical growth.

The 9th Competition includes String Quartet. Quartets consisted of 35 years old or younger members will come to know the latest interpretation by performing the repertoire before distinguished jury, such as Prof. Tsuyoshi Tsutsumi, Chairman of Jury and Japanese Cellist, Prof. Martin Beaver/Tokyo Quartet, Prof. Rainer Schmidt/ Hagen Quartet and so on. Total prize money of Section One is fabulous (5,500,000 yen; about 54,300$). All overseas competitors will be provided with return airfares and accommodation.

STREICHWERK invites talented young violinists, violists and cellists from all over the world to apply to enter the 1st STREICHWERK International String Competition, November 25th 2016 in Berlin. Three main prizes will be awarded for each category: 1st prize: STREICHWERK Violin, Viola & Cello 2nd prize: 1500 € sponsorship for a STREICHWERK Instrument 3rd prize: 1000 € sponsorship for a STREICHWERK Instrument. Two special prizes will be awarded – sponsored by GEWA Music (GEWA Air 2.1 Violin Case) and Larsen Strings (Magnacore Cello Set).

Three finalists will be selected from musicians between the ages of 17 and 24 to perform a concerto with full symphony orchestra under the baton of the Associate Conductor of the Halle and Los Angeles Philharmonic Dudamel Fellow, Jamie Phillips. Prizes include £1000 for the winner and the opportunity of a further concerto performance with the orchestra. initial entry is by DVD or You Tube clip. Entry forms and full details on tthe competition website.