WFIMC 2026 YEARBOOK

“PREMIO PAOLO BORCIANI” INTERNATIONAL STRING QUARTET COMPETITION Reggio Emilia, Italy

WFIMC Member since 1991

Created in 1987 and dedicated to the founder and 1st violin of Quartetto Italiano, “Premio Paolo Borciani” takes place every three years in Reggio Emilia and it is organized by the Fondazione I Teatri. The past 12 editions have produced seven great quartets of international renown: the Keller, Artemis, Pavel Haas, Bennewitz, Kuss, Kelemen and Fibonacci Quartets. The Jury is formed by well-known musicians, and the first prize includes a monetary award, an international tour and a residency project.

Next Competition Application Due Competition Dates

2027/ String Quartet

tba

29 May - 6 Jun 2027

Second next edition 2030/ String Quartet

Total Prize Money

EUR 52.000

Other Awards Travel support

Concerts/Tours, Artist Management, Workshops/career support

Yes (limited)

Streaming

Youtube, own website

Application System OWN Application fee

Jury

tba

premioborciani.it

172

Made with FlippingBook - professional solution for displaying marketing and sales documents online