INTERNATIONAL VIOLIN COMPETITION OF INDIANAPOLIS Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
WFIMC Member since 1984
Celebrating four decades of discovery, the International Violin Competition of Indianapolis is dedicated to searching the world for the finest young talent and launching the concert careers of its quadrennial Laureates. Founded in 1982 under the artistic leadership of Josef Gingold and now led by Jaime Laredo, The Indianapolis is regarded as one of the world’s most important competitions for launching successful careers and noted for its extensive post-competition career management. Laureates of The Indianapolis have emerged as outstanding solo and chamber music artists in concert halls around the globe, and as Concertmasters of some of the world’s leading ensembles.
Next Competition Application Due Competition Dates
2026/ Violin Feb 28, 2026
Sep 17 - Oct 4, 2026
Second next edition 2030/ Violin Third next edition 2034/ Violin
Total Prize Money
USD 172.500
Other Awards
Concerts/Tours, Recordings, Marketing/ website, Artist, Management, Workshops/career support
Travel support
in part/ limited
Streaming
Amadeus.tv, Violin Channel, own website/other
Application System OWN/OTHER Application fee USD 125
Jury
Jaime Laredo, Jury President Others to be announced
Artists
East Coast Chamber Orchestra (ECCO) Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra/Leonard Slatkin, Conductor
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