INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION FOR YOUNG CONDUCTORS Besançon, France
WFIMC Member since 1958
This biennial French conducting competition for those aged 35 and under is part of the Besançon International Music Festival and puts its candidates through their paces with a wide repertoire ranging from classical to contemporary, including concerto and opera. Conductors are chosen not on existing diplomas or training but through live pre- selections for 300 candidates, organized in different cities around the world. The Grand Prix includes prize money of EUR 12.000, advice and coaching, professional integration and a prestigious LIP watch. The audience is called to vote to award the “Coup de coeur du public” (audience’s favorite). Musicians of the orchestra of the Final are also called to vote to designate the “Coup de coeur de l’orchestre” (orchestra’s favorite). The jury can also award a Special Mention endowed with EUR 3,000.
Next Competition Application Due Competition Dates
2027/ Conducting
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September 2027
Second next edition 2029/ Conducting Third next edition 2031/ Conducting
Total Prize Money
EUR 12.000
Other Awards Travel support
Artist Management
in part/ limited
Streaming
Youtube, Medici.tv, Amadeus.tv
Application System OWN/OTHER Application fee EUR 250
Jury
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Artists
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