MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL VIOLIN COMPETITION Auckland, New Zealand
WFIMC Member since 2004
Sixteen outstanding young violinists, selected by audition, travel to Queenstown and Auckland where they are wholeheartedly embraced by local audiences who journey with them through the highs and lows that come with a competition of this calibre. The Michael Hill remains a favourite on the competition circuit, not just for its prestigious prize package, esteemed judging panel and career-launching opportunities, but also for the warmth and heart that greets every competitor from the moment they touch down in Aotearoa. For the rest of their careers, they are connected to this beautiful country at the heart of the South Pacific.The prize package worth NZD 100.000 is motivating but, as all our past laureates will confirm, it’s the unique “Michael Hill” competition and New Zealand experience that have been career- and life-transformative.
Next Competition Application Due Competition Dates
2026/ Violin
due date passed
May 29 - Jun 6, 2026
Second next edition tba Third next edition tba
Total Prize Money
NZD 100.000
Other Awards Travel support
Concerts/Tours, Recordings, Workshops/career support
yes
Streaming
Violin Channel
Application System ACCEPTD Application fee USD 150
Jury
James Ehnes, Josef Spacek, Vera Tsu Weiling, Natsuko Yoshimoto, Andrew Beer, Edward Dusinberre, Geneva Lewis
Artists
Auckland Philharmonia/Alan Buribayev, Conductor Rounds I and II/ pianists Sarah Watkins, Paige Malloy-Roberts Round III NZTrio, Robert Ashworth
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