
Presentation
The 3rd edition of Kreutzer International Music Competition will take place from 4th to 8th of August 2026 in Miry Concert Hall and Ghent Royal Conservatory, Belgium.
The competition is open to young violinists and string chamber music groups from all around the world.
There are 3 age categories in violin section and 1 category with no age limit in chamber music section. 3 prizes will be awarded in each age category and will include cash, as well as instruments and music materials.
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Categories
1) Solo violin:
Every participant must register at one of the following age categories.
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Category A – Candidates of maximum 12 years old and less at the time of competition
Category B – Candidates of maximum 17 years old and less at the time of competition
Category C – Candidates of maximum 33 years old and less at the time of competition
The competitors may apply to a higher category if they wish.
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2) Chamber music:
The chamber music groups consist of strings only or strings with piano. There is no age limit in the chamber music section. ​​
Prizes
There are 3 prizes for each category
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1) Solo violin
Category A
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1st prize - bow in the value of 800 euros
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2nd prize - violin case value of 500 euros
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3rd prize - strings in the value of 300 euros
Category B
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1st prize - 1000 euros
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2nd prize - 700 euros
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3rd prize - 400 euros
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Category C
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1st prize - 1500 euros
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2nd prize - 1000 euros
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3rd prize - 600 euros
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2) Chamber music
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1st prize - 1000 euros
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2nd prize - 700 euros
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3rd prize - 400 euros