WFIMC 2026 YEARBOOK

THE MAHLER COMPETITION Bamberg, Germany

WFIMC Member since 2018

This conducting competition takes place in a city which offers an ideal mix of 1,000 years of history, world heritage, entertainment and natural environment. The jury comprises top-ranking conductors, composers, artists and managers. The toughest of challenges, but ideal conditions to compete under – The Mahler Competition has always set great store by that. Even if only one candidate can win, we trust that their time in Bamberg will further all their careers in music. In 2026, the Mahler Competition will take place for the eighth time.

Next Competition Application Due Competition Dates

2026/ Conducting

Oct 31, 2025

Jun 23 - Jul 3, 2026

Second next edition 2032/ Conducting

Total Prize Money

EUR 60.000

Other Awards Travel support

Concerts/Tours, Recordings, Workshops/career support

yes

Streaming

own website/other

Application System OWN/OTHER Application fee no fee

Jury

Jakub Hrůša, Marina Mahler, Marcus Rudolf Axt, Thomas Adès, John Carewe, Sian Edwards, Pablo Heras- Casado, John Storgårds, Deborah Borda, Mauro Bucarelli, Martin Campbell- White, Ara Guzeliman

Artists

Bamberg Symphony

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