6th Edition, ‘Il Gasparo’ European Chamber Music Competition

6TH EDITION 4 AND 5 JUNE 2027
The Brescia Host Lions Club, in collaboration with the Luca Marenzio Conservatoire in Brescia, is organising an international scholarship competition dedicated to chamber music, aimed at supporting talented young musicians. Chamber music ensembles comprising a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 performers are eligible to enter the competition. The average age of participants must not exceed 32 years of age as at 4 June 2027, with a maximum individual age of 35. Recordings of the pieces submitted for the Jury’s selection and CVs must be received no later than 15 February 2027.
For semi-finalists residing more than 30 kilometres from the city of Brescia who submit a request to the Organisers by 15 April 2027, hotel accommodation (overnight stay, breakfast and dinner) will be provided at the Organisers’ expense.
The top three ensembles will receive scholarships of €3,500.00 for first place, €2,500.00 for second place and €1,500.00 for third place respectively