Tech Information Apply Tech information Recital Gala Auditions Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall All INSTRUMENTALISTS, VOCALISTS, ENSEMBLES, COMPOSERS Concert Season DATES at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall November 23, 2026, at 7:00pm November 24, 2026, at 7:00pm February 19, 2027, at 7:00pm April 19, 2027, at 7:00pm April 21, 2027, at 7:00pm June 28, 2027, at 7:00pm June 30, 2027, at 7:00pm Gala concerts at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall are video recorded Apply Performance costs required. Inquire before applying! Send inquiries regarding current season's performance costs to se.support@soundespressivo.com Regulations One-step Audition Process LIVE ONLINE or by Pre-Recorded Video SOLOISTS, DUOS, TRIOS, & VARIOUS CHAMBER INSTRUMENTAL AND VOCAL ENSEMBLES Selected Performers receive: Video of the concert from Carnegie Hall* Memorabilia Package (poster, certificate, and more) Full-color brochure (digital and printed) Complimentary tickets for family An Interview by Steve Robinson, a world-renowned producer of classical music radio shows Professional Photos onstage at Carnegie Hall Letters of recommendation and other support (provided upon request for applying for grants, colleges, other programs and competitions) Professional Portfolio packets available upon request Artist Profile with 1-year complimentary SM management Young performers' teachers and schools receive recognition in publicity and Memorabilia Package * use of the video is subject to Carnegie Hall licensing regulations Dates and Deadlines Audition Formats Live Auditions are held remotely via VCHS Internet TV Broadcast. Choose one of TWO formats: Live Performance Pre-recorded Video Candidates who audition by performing live receive a tech preparation session with VCHS Broadcast A/V Engineers at no additional charge. Live auditions are judged in real time Videos are reviewed in real time Judges provide participants with immediate on-air feedback. Repertory - FREE CHOICE. No time limit for live performance auditions 15-minute time limit for pre-recorded video auditions No age limit. An accompanist is not required but is preferred All auditionees' performances will be heard by the Panel in their entirety. No stopping in the middle. Successful candidates will receive an invitation to perform at Carnegie Hall • Judges’ decisions are final and may not be contested. • To participate in the live performance online auditions, each musician must prepare the required technical setup Repertory Use your imagination and bring your dreams to the audience's ears and eyes! Standard instrumental and vocal repertoire of all classical periods. Contemporary and newly composed music is welcome! Innovative genres, instrumentations, ensemble compositions. Memorization is not required but is strongly encouraged for all soloists. Individual movements taken from larger works are acceptable Arrangements, paraphrases, covers, other innovative formats are encouraged Auditions Schedule Live. Remote. Interact with Jury Members ONE Audition, no multiple steps October 16-18, 2026 January 16-18, 2027 March 12-14, 2027 View Consent Form INTERVIEWS WITH STEVE ROBINSON New York City Steve Robinson is an American radio manager and producer who has held senior management positions with numerous American radio stations and networks, including WBUR/Boston, WGBH/Boston, WCRB/Boston, KPFA/Berkeley, WBGO/Newark, and Vermont Public Radio. He served as general manager of the statewide Nebraska Public Radio Network from 1990 to 2000 and of WFMT and the WFMT Radio Network in Chicago from 2000 until October 2016. A 50-year radio veteran, he has produced programs ranging from classical music documentaries to public affairs programs and has directed over 100 on-air pledge drives. In 1984, he co-founded AIR, the Association of Independents in Radio, a service organization to assist independent radio producers in the United States. Interviews James Adler Audience Favorite AWARD $500 Piano and Composition "It is very important to have the audience participate in this competition! It engages the listener and encourages our wonderfully talented contestants. I am delighted to co-found the James Adler Audience Favorite Award for the Sound Espressivo Global Music Competition. Sit back, listen, enjoy -- and please vote!" ~James Adler, Pianist and Composer Photo: Frank Gimpaya iClassical Academy AWARDS iClassical Academy provides Recognition Awards to Winners and Participants of Gala Auditions We believe that anyone, at any time, should have access to the wonderfully beautiful world of music Our mission is to provide new generations of musicians, from any part of the world, the possibility to improve their skills and enjoy a wide audience iClassical Academy is based in the Netherlands/Italy International Panel of Judges Judges provide immediate on-air feedback to participants during the Live Audition stage. To learn more about the Judges, and to see their bios click here Fees Fees* SINGLE Application and Audition Fee: $150 per entry Performance/production costs (if selected to perform at the Gala) depend on the type of presentation and the length of performance segment. *Inquire before applying! 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Sound Espressivo 2023-24 Season Application Form Please fill out an Application Form below. Click on a button with the name of your Audition or Competition. The button takes to the Application Form for that event. Read the Regulations, fill out required fields and check required boxes. Looking forward to receiving your Application and Video!

What kind of prizes can you win? Learn more here about Sound Espressivo, the first online LIVE streaming Competition for classical musicians of all ages. Contestants and judges focus on unique artistry of every performer, awarding prizes offered by music management companies. ПРИЗЫ И НАГРАДЫ 2020 40 призов! Заявите о себе! Призы присуждаются победителям во всех категориях и возрастных группах! Приобретайте известность! Эти компании предлагают призы для продвижения карьеры и предоставления возможности выступлений классическим музыкантам всех возрастов, инструменталистам и певцам! * * Призы присуждаются по собственному усмотрению компаний и не гарантируются организаторами конкурса. Конкурс SEC-2021 не предусматривает денежных премий Виртуальные концертные залы (ВКЗ) - онлайн-продюсер, специализирующийся на прямой трансляции, стриминговой передаче и дистанционной записи музыкантов и музыкальных мероприятий. Мы производим и транслируем через Интернет индивидуальные программы артистов, концерты, фестивали, сольные концерты, презентации. ВКЗ спонсирует премию Performance Awards: Каждый Лауреат выступит с сольным концертом. Каждый Победитель получит возможность участвовать в сборных концертах. Стипендия для участия в семинаре для продвинутых пианистов 2022 года * * (виртуально или вживую, если позволят обстоятельства) Two Scholarship for any instrumentalists to take part in immersive cultural tour in Europe June 4-14 2022 Munich-Fussen-Insbruck-Liechtenstein-Zurich Details TBC Two Scholarships for Pianists Masterclasses with professors in one of the leading music institutions in Germany Performance opportunity in one of the castles/venues (again, details TBC) Dedicated cultural tour/itinerary that involves visits to various cultural sites, concerts and/or opera theatres For a glimpse of how it was in 2019, visit this link «Пятнадцать минут славы» - это 15 одноминутных произведений разных композиторов, написанных для конкретного исполнителя или ансамбля. «Пятнадцать минут славы» дают публике, жаждущей услышать, что создается на современной музыкальной сцене, множество новых произведений живых композиторов. « ... проект Vox Novus« 15 минут славы »- это находка. Он организует конкурсы, в ходе которых ансамбли по всему миру приглашают на конкурс примерно одноминутные произведения, а затем выбирают 15 своих фаворитов для премьер. средства на традиционную комиссию, возможность представить оригинальные произведения, в то время как начинающие композиторы получат шанс на выставку и премьеру ... " - Сет Гилман, экзаменатор по музыкальной культуре штата Нью-Йорк Предоставляет стипендию перспективным виолончелистам на посещение Венского фестиваля. Музыкальный семинар в Вене, Австрия WIENER MUSIKSEMINAR -International master classes in Vienna, Austria. The Wiener Musikseminar has, since its founding in 1970, committed itself to convey a piece of music history to young artists from around the world Vienna as the cultural centre of classical music is a fertile ground for this purpose. Apart from the international master classes, participants will have the opportunity to perform in a concert. To learn more go to www.musikseminar.at Recognition Award iClassical Academy предлагает Интернет Мастер-классы и курсы высокого качества Скрипка, виолончель, фортепиано, дирижирование, музыка и карьера и многое другое. Наша миссия - предоставить любому поколению музыкантов во всём мире возможность совершенствовать свои навыки онлайн, пользоваться широким сообществом известных преподавателей консерватории и учиться на онлайн-уроках, записанных с использованием лучших современных технологий. iClassical Academy sponsors Recognition Awards to all contestants, regardless of how far they advance in the competition Five Awards Message from Clive Moore, CEO of Fan4Me Studio Nature Studio Nature представляет всех музыкальных исполнителей, звукооператоров и артистов разговорного жанра со всего мира . Уникальная возможность проиграть свои песни / звуковые фрагменты и записать видео; задокументировано в финских природных пейзажах. Также мы делаем музыкальные клипы и кадры природы, созданные с учетом ваших требований и пожеланий! Мы рады рассмотреть возможность предложения полной стипендии на наш Фестиваль 2022 года. The Next Festival of Emerging Artists - это захватывающий опыт для современного струнного исполнителя, композитора и хореографа. Он обеспечивает комплексный подход к построению предпринимательской карьеры, исполнению современной музыки и интенсивному индивидуальному художественному развитию. «Дух этого места теплый, дружелюбный, неформальный, но серьезный и напоминает нам, почему мы создаем музыку вместе. Было время подумать и поработать над каждым нюансом, что в наши дни является редкостью ». –Пьер Жальбер, композитор «Крайне редко можно найти фестиваль, который способствует атмосфере тяжелой работы и товарищества, но в то же время делает современную музыку своим основным направлением. Фестиваль Next - это необычный дом для новой музыки, и я призываю всех непредубежденных студентов прийти и узнать, что ждет в будущем! –Джеффри Зейглер, виолончелист «Идеальный источник для творческого сотрудничества». –Дерек Бермел, композитор «Настоящая радость!» –Дженнифер Ко, скрипачка Vox Novus награждает музыканта-победителя за его услуги по организации и администрированию проекта «Пятнадцать минут славы» для онлайн-выступления. и интервью совместно с ВКЗ. Bel Cantanti, оперная труппа под руководством Катерины Суворовой, была основана в 2003 году с конкретной целью дать возможность выступить местным оперным талантам. В его состав входят молодые оперные профессионалы, коллективный опыт которых включает полностью поставленные оперные постановки на различных площадках страны и за рубежом. The Fearless Artist Mastermind Full Scholarship for the 6-months Career development program Learn to manage your own success! The Fearless Artist Mastermind is pleased to offer a prize (valued at over €600) of a 6-month membership to their monthly career development program for musicians, as well as monthly 45-minute 1-1 coaching sessions for the prizewinner. This program offers structure, support and ultimately acceleration in the artist's career as they learn business and real world skills to position themselves for future opportunities as thriving musicians. Летние онлайн мастер-классы Две полные стипендии (каждая стоимостью около 500 долларов) будут присуждены лучшим виолончелистам конкурса III WALTHAM FOREST CELLO FEST 2022 в Лондоне / CELLO ACADEMY 6ème BACH FESTIVAL GERS 2021 - BFG COURS DE MUSIQUE D'ÉTÉ EN LIGNE dPhoto Studio Студия dPhoto создаст художественный видеопортрет для избранного победителя: 10-секундный профессиональный видеотрейлер. dPhoto Studio специализируется на производстве фото и видео, а также анимации движущейся графики для веб-, коммерческих и частных проектов. Drama Queen Graphics помогает группам исполнительского и визуального искусства взаимодействовать со своей аудиторией с помощью привлекательного графического дизайна и решений для брендинга, которые выделяются и требуют внимания. Entrada - это онлайн-видеотека, которая помогает пианистам достичь трехмерной техники фортепиано всего тела, включая легкие арпеджио, трели, тремоло, гаммы, октавы и повторяющиеся аккорды. Учителя Entrada сообщают о более высоком уровне уверенности и достижений для себя и своих учеников! ВКЗ и Американский Фестиваль Изящных Искусств Награды лучшим исполнителям Лучший инструментальный исполнитель : Выступление с Европейским оркестром (оркестр будет объявлен дополнительно) в летне-осеннем сезоне 2022 г. (один приз будет вручен наиболее квалифицированному победителю) Приз ВКЗ Carnegie Hall Weill Четыре награды : Выступление на сольных концертах победителей Американского Фестиваля Изящных Искусств Carnegie Hall Weill Recital Hall (даты будут объявлены дополнительно) Лучший вокалист: Выступление в Carnegie Hall Weill Recital Hall представленное на концерте Golden Voice (даты будут объявлены дополнительно) Стипендия $500 Для участия в летних программах Американского Фестиваля Изящных Искусств в Европе (даты будут объявлены дополнительно) Премия профессионального ангажемента Победителю будет предложена возможность выступить на эксклюзивном виртуальном концерте в центре внимания GROUPMUSE. Рекламируется по всей сети Groupmuse Победитель получит бесплатное техническое обучение в реальном времени и помощь в адаптации музыкантов через платформу Groupmuse и не только Groupmuse - это онлайн-платформа классической музыки и сообщество из более чем 150 000 человек, она организовала более 6000 концертов камерной музыки и более 300 виртуальных концертов со времен COVID. Music2Meeting первое международное агентство по управлению артистами, посвященное привлечению музыкантов мирового класса непосредственно к виртуальному рабочему месту Lena Khandros Music Business Entrepreneur, Producer, Founder & CEO at Momentum Artists Management and Music2Meeting.com Scholarships to study in Madrid

Opportunity to study in Madrid Musical Arts Madrid “Virtuoso Diploma”  (high level masterclass)  Opportunity to study in Madrid Opportunity to study in Madrid Musical Arts Madrid “Virtuoso Diploma” (high level masterclass) Conditions: Musical Arts Madrid “Virtuoso Diploma” in Madrid (Spain), anytime from December 2021 to June 2022 (high level masterclass): 500 € Scholarship - Dates are flexible, length of course to be agreed with professor Cristina Cavalli. The course can be fully online if necessary. Total worth of festival/masterclass: 4150€ Includes: - 30 individual lessons (75 min) + concerts in Madrid and final “Virtuoso” degree. Competitions winners (1st, 2nd and 3rd) are exempted from the admission exam. Excludes: - Air tickets - Accommodation Please note that scholarship recipients are responsible for their own travelling expenses and possible visas needed for travelling. The conditions and decision for this award are final and cannot be disputed. If necessary, special arrangements can be made directly with the masterclass/festival professor. Learn more Leon Piano Meeting, in León (Spain) July 2022, 11-24: 100 € Scholarship) Conditions: - Dates are flexible, length of course to be agreed with festival professor Cristina Cavalli. If necessary, the masterclass can be hold entirely online (Total worth of festival/masterclass: 450€) Includes: - 4 individual lessons (60 min) + concerts in León + free Workshop about Self Coaching Excludes: - Air tickets - Accommodation Please note that scholarship recipients are responsible for their own travelling expenses and possible visas needed for travelling. The conditions and decision for this award is final and cannot be disputed. If necessary, special arrangements can be made directly with the masterclass/festival professor. Masterclasses with Cristina Cavalli 20% discount on bulk of 6 hours e-learning lessons (all levels) Six hours lesson bulk at a discounted price of 400 euros instead of 500 (20 % discount); a good internet connection is required. Available in English, Italian or Spanish.

Celebrating the Life and Music of Sergei Rachmaninoff 1873-1943 AUDITIONS Apply by video submission, get qualified for LIVE Audition on a world-wide Internet TV Broadcast Two Laureates will perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Apply Auditions are open to Pianists and Vocalists Apply by March 1, 2024 Submit a video of yo u r performance of ONE composition by Se rgey Rachmanino ff Live Finals Audition DATES: April 5-12 , 2024 Suggested Repertory by Rachmaninoff Piano - Solo, Concerto, Chamber Ensemble Voice - Art Songs (Romances ), Operatic Arias (with or without accompaniment) If selected for LIVE Final Audition Perform ONE or TWO compositions by Sergei Rachmaninoff on LIVE Public Internet TV Broadcast Receive on-air comments from Judges right after your performance Regulations Selected Artists will be invited to perform at Laureates Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall during 2024 - 25 Season Learn More about Past Laureate Galas at Carnegie Hall HERE See 2023-24 Season Laureate Gala at Carnegie Hall July 1, 2024 Laureates Awards : ONE Laureate in a category Piano ONE Laureate in a category Voice ONE Winner in each Age Group in a category Piano TWO W inners in a category Voice Each Laureate will receive an opportunity to perform at the Weill recital Hall at Carnegie Hall OR $500. See Carnegie Gala page for more information Each Winner will receive a Masterclass with one of the SEC Judges ALL Finalists will receive a LiveStreaming for Classical Musicians" Seminar with VCHS Broadcast Engineers and Directors, prior to preforming in the Live Audition, at no additional charge LIVE Auditions April 5-12, 2024 Virtual Broadcast via Internet TV YouTube, Fb, LinkedIn, Twitter, Vimeo , other channels Categories Piano - Solo, Concerto, ensemble with piano Voice - Art Songs (Romances ), and Arias Voice - No Age Limit Piano - Age Groups: Under 10 11-18 College/Adult Fees Application/video pre-screening - $50 Live Audition (if selected ) - $100 Laureate Gala Performance Award Includes the following: Carnegie Hall Archival DIGITAL VIDEO of their performance (see Regulations for acceptable uses as per by Carnegie Hall rules) Medals; Certificates Full color brochure (digital and printed) Complimentary tickets Participate in an interview for media Photos Letters of recommendation and other support (provided upon request for applying for grants, colleges, other programs and competitions) Professional Portfolio packets available upon request All performers and their teachers will receive a certificate of merit Additional Prizes and performance opportunities may be awarded by the Judges. See Awards page Judges Vera Danchenko-Stern Learn More Avguste Antonov Learn More James Adler Learn More

Do you fall in love with miniature and stand-alone works? We want to know. Sound Espressivo is the first online LIVE streaming Competition for classical musicians of all ages. Contestants and judges focus on unique artistry of every performer, awarding prizes offered by music management companies. миниатюра Подарите небольшое, но очень впечатляющее музыкальное произведение самым волшебным образом! Глубоко Взаимодействие с другими людьми Меньше значит больше, когда дело касается художников, влюбленных в миниатюры и отдельные работы. Есть что-то поистине волшебное в том, что небольшие и часто простые музыкальные произведения способны оказывать на нас одно из самых сильных и очаровательных эффектов. Этот вид музыки требует уникальной техники, внимания к деталям и презентации, чтобы уловить скрытую внутри магию и раскрыть ее слушателям. Общие критерии Взаимодействие с другими людьми Короткие и милые - миниатюры должны быть достаточно лаконичными по композиции, чтобы действительно соответствовать этой уникальной форме исполнения и музыкального выражения. Взаимодействие с другими людьми Убедительно - некогда разогреваться под музыку, от первой до последней ноты пьеса требует очень тщательной подготовки и безупречной подачи. Взаимодействие с другими людьми Личность - очень важно, чтобы мы могли слышать вас в музыке и вашу собственную музыкальность через нее, чтобы сделать выступление индивидуальным и соединить со слушателем. Взаимодействие с другими людьми Презентация - хорошее планирование и некоторое внимание к визуальному представлению могут иметь большое значение для окончательной доводки этого стиля и очаровывать публику, чтобы она влюбилась в представление.

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Book Your Performance For Teachers, Students, Music and Performing Arts Schools, Studios, Festivals, Competitions, Exams Perform on professional Virtual Stage specifically designed for presentation of Performing Arts Participate in our Recitals for Students Book Virtual Concert Hall for your Event Reach audience and promote your Concert, Studio, School, Program, through a beautifully designed LIVE Internet TV Broadcast What is the Sound Espressivo Experience program? SEE is designed with a purpose to provide opportunities for teachers and students to gain performance experience on a virtual stage, without the pressure of competing. Can be an alternative or an addition to the usual students' recitals. We believe this format can be beneficial beyond COVID: Many teachers accumulated remote students and this form of teaching is now here to stay. Those students need performance opportunities just as much as those who take lessons in person Even a physical students' recital can benefit from broadcasting, because students' family members and friends don't always live in the same town, they can watch it live It's a faster and in many cases cheaper alternative to recording, editing, compiling a school's or studio's recital, and uploading it on youtube It provides a recording which can be edited for future applications to competitions, programs, scholarships, etc Who is it for? All performing arts students, teachers, owners of Studios/schools/summer programs/camps/competitions. Suitable for students and educators of all performing arts: music, dance, theater, etc Can accommodate individual performers and groups of any size. Fees are calculated per performance time on the virtual stage, regardless of the group’s size. What do I get? Complete instructional packet including video tutorials which provides most up-to-date information about best equipment options and practices for streaming and Internet TV broadcasting of a performance. Based on VCHS’ experience of over 600 live broadcasts for top international performing artists, orchestras, opera companies, conservatories. Individual virtual Green Room and tech check session with our A/V engineers and broadcast designers Virtual stage performance experience Links for your community members to watch Permanent storage and availability of resulting video on YouTube, Vimeo, Facebook, and other platforms Timestamped sharable link to your individual performance on YouTube which can be used for applications to competitions, festivals, other programs Optional copy of your performance in mp4 video format with Certification of Authenticity confirming date/unedited nature of the recording Reserve your slot in a Students Recital Choose the date, length of your performance, provide us your repertory and bio information. Check tech requirements You will receive instructions and a link to your Green Room for your tech check with our A/V engineers and Broadcast Designers Student Registration For Teachers Book a Broadcast date for your Studio Recital We will design a program to suite your event and your goals. Fill out the Booking questionnaire, choose a date, length, number of performers, and meet with one of our Project Managers to finalize details Book my Date Book a Broadcast of your Concert, Interview, Presentation of new release We will design a program to suite your event and your goals. Fill out the Application and meet with one of our Project Managers to finalize details Apply Book a Broadcast for your Competition events, Winners' Recital, Festival/summer program events, Master classes, Auditions, Exams Speak with Project Manager

1st Global Tango Music Competition Deadline to Apply - May 5, 2024 Calling All Musicians: Embrace the Tango Spirit! Are you a musician who lives and breathes the passionate rhythms of tango? This is your chance to shine on a global stage and share your musical soul with the world. Join us for an extraordinary journey into the heart of tango music Apply Regulations Apply Share your musical Tango spirit with the world and shine on the Buenos Aires Gala Stage! Music Career Enhancing Prizes Worldwide visibility Promotion of your artistry Dates: Application deadline - May 5, 2024 Selections March 20 - beginning of May 2024 Live Broadcast Winners Show - May 24 Gala Concert Winners - TBD, projected dates: end of 2024/beginning 2025 Two Categories: Instrumental soloist (1 instrument only) Chamber instrumental group (2 to 12 instrumentalists) Ages No age limit Save the Date: Don't Miss Out! Get ready for an unforgettable online tango music event. Mark your calendar and prepare for a historic moment in the Tango World! Register Now: Your Tango Awaits! Deadline to apply - May 5, 2024 Seize this opportunity to let your music transcend boundaries and tell a story that resonates worldwide. Register today to embark on a passion, creativity, and connection journey. You will receive an email with complete registration details, rules, and comprehensive information so you will be the first to know when the application procedure opens! Let your tango melody sweep the world off its feet. Join the rhythm of passion and make your mark at the 1st Global Online Tango Music Competition! Spread the news, share the excitement, and let's make this a tango celebration to remember. See you in the spotlight! - Warm tango regards! Estacion Buenos Aires, Virtual Concert Halls, Cicerone Music & Art #1stGlobalTangoCompetitio n Prizes That Match Your Artistry We recognize the dedication and talent you pour into your music. That's why we're offering recognition and an exciting prize pool that reflects the prestige of this competition. Following Prizes are awarded: Gala Concert in Buenos Aires to be held during 2024 (date TBD) Live Internet TV Broadcast of the Gala Concert in Buenos Aires on major video and social platforms Promotional presentations (promotion PDF, website page, video presentation) Certificates (sent electronically) Special Masterclass Prize* Special Audience Prize** Digital Album Recording*** The Global Tango Music Competition Team might add other prizes during the process Winners are also automatic candidates in the selection for performances at Carnegie Hall (season 24/25) How It Works, Unveiling the Steps: Register: Secure your spot by filling out a quick form. Perform: Record and submit your most captivating tango performance. Connect: Engage with fellow musicians and enthusiasts across the globe. Triumph: Win not only prizes but also the applause of an international audience. Participants who want to enter the competition apply online through the Application Form, which includes the following steps: Providing personal details Pay the Application fee Send the required videos (two in total) - one submission The videos must contain the version of two (2) Tangos freely chosen; Milongas are also accepted. Apply Judges Chairman of the Jury Rafael Gintoli Learn More Carla Algeri Learn More Oscar De Elia Learn More eek Registration First name Last name Email For which Category are you applying? * Обязательно Solo Instrumental (one instrument) Chamber instrumental group (2 to 12 instrumentalists) Tell us About Yourself Next Tango Application

Audience voice matters! Vote for your favorite Finalist - the musician who receive most votes will receive the James Adler Audience Favorite Award, a Certificate and $200. Make your voice count! James Adler Audience Favorite Award For Pianists and Composers $500 cash Award J&S Silver Award ($100) YOUR VOICE MATTERS! Vote for your Favorite Laureate during the concert! Vote I want to VOTE! One vote per audience member Vote by choosing a Laureate from the list on the form Duplicate votes will be deleted One winner Winner is determined by the simple majority - the Winner will have received the highest number of audience votes Minimum votes for the cash Prize to be awarded - 100 No purchase necessary to vote, you do not need to create account to vote Audience Favorite Award is co-founded by James Adler Photo: Frank Gimpaya It is very important to have the audience participate in this competition! It engages the listener and encourages our wonderfully talented contestants. I am delighted to co-found the James Adler Audience Favorite Award for the Carnegie Hall Laureate Gala 2023. Sit back, listen, enjoy -- and please vote!

Apply Tech information Sample Concertos Gala Auditions with Orchestras Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Open to All Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles, Conductors, Composers Apply Regulations Consent Form *Inquire before applying! Performance costs required Send inquiries regarding current season's performance costs to se.support@soundespressivo.com Concert Season at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall November 23, 2026, at 7:00pm November 24, 2026, at 7:00pm February 19, 2027, at 7:00pm April 19, 2027, at 7:00pm April 21, 2027, at 7:00pm June 28, 2027, at 7:00pm June 30, 2027, at 7:00pm Gala concerts at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall are video recorded One-step Audition Process LIVE ONLINE or by Pre-Recorded Video Selected Performers receive: Video of the concert from Carnegie* Memorabilia Package (poster, certificate, and more) Full color brochure (digital and printed) Complimentary tickets for family An Interview by Steve Robinson, a world renowned producer of classical music radio shows Professional Photos onstage at Carnegie Hall Letters of recommendation and other support (provided upon request for applying for grants, colleges, other programs and competitions) Professional Portfolio packets available upon request Artist Profile with 1-year complimentary SM management Young performers' teachers and schools receive recognition in publicity and Memorabilia Package *use of the video is subject to Carnegie Hall licensing regulations Auditions Schedule Live. Remote. Interact with Jury Members ONE Audition, no multiple steps October 16-18, 2026 January 16-18, 2027 March 12-14, 2027 Auditions Formats Live Auditions are held remotely via VCHS Internet TV Broadcast. Choose one of TWO formats: Live Performance Pre-recorded Video Candidates who audition by performing live receive a tech preparation session with VCHS Broadcast A/V Engineers at no additional charge. Live auditions are judged in real time. Videos are reviewed in real time Judges provide participants with immediate on-air feedback. Repertory - FREE CHOICE No time limit for live performance auditions 15 minutes time limit for pre-recorded video auditions No age limit. Accompanist is not required but preferred All auditionees' performances will be heard by the Panel in their entirety. No stopping in the middle. Successful candidates will receive an invitation to perform at Carnegie Hall • Judges’ decisions are final and may not be contested. • To participate in the live performance online auditions, each musician must prepare required technical setup Repertory Standard instrumental and vocal repertoire of all periods , including contemporary. Refer to the Sample List of Concertos and Arias . If your Concerto/Aria is not listed, please write to us to get it approved by New York Chamber Players Orchestra Memorization is not required but is strongly encouraged for all soloists. One movement of a Concerto, a complete Concerto, a complete Aria, a one-movement composition, an instrumental showpiece are accepted Contemporary compositions in non-traditional forms are accepted* Reduced-score versions of orchestration accepted* See the list of Opera Scenes *For works not readily available in public domain candidates must provide full score and orchestral parts Discover Your Own Voice James Adler Audience Favorite AWARD $500 Piano and Composition "It is very important to have the audience participate in this competition! It engages the listener and encourages our wonderfully talented contestants. I am delighted to co-found the James Adler Audience Favorite Award for the Sound Espressivo Global Music Competition. Sit back, listen, enjoy -- and please vote!" ~James Adler, Pianist and Composer Photo: Frank Gimpaya INTERVIEWS WITH STEVE ROBINSON Steve Robinson is an American radio manager, producer and executive producer. He has held senior management positions with numerous American radio stations, including WFMT and the WFMT Radio Network/Chicago, WBUR/Boston, WGBH/Boston, WCRB/Boston, KPFA/Berkeley, WBGO/Newark, Vermont Public Radio and Nebraska Public Radio Network.org. Robinson served as general manager of the statewide Nebraska Public Radio Network (1990-2000) and WFMT and the WFMT Radio Network from 2000 until October 2016. A 50-year radio veteran, he has produced programs ranging from classical music documentaries to public affairs programs and has directed over 100 on-air pledge drives. In 1984, he co-founded AIR, the Association of Independents in Radio, a service organization to assist independent radio producers in the United States. JAAF Award iClassical Academy AWARDS iClassical Academy provides Recognition Awards to Winners and Participants of Carnegie Gala Auditions We believe that anyone, at any time, should have access to the wonderfully beautiful world of music Our mission is to provide new generations of musicians, from any part of the world, the possibility to improve their skills and enjoy a wide audience iClassical Academy is based in Switzerland International Panel of Judges Judges provide immediate on-air feedback to participants during the Live Audition stage. To learn more about the Judges, and to see their bios click here Fees* SINGLE Application and Audition Fee: $150 per entry Performance/production cost (if selected to perform at the Gala) depend on the type of presentation and the length of performance segment. *Inquire before applying! Send inquiries regarding current season's performance costs to se.support@soundespressivo.com

Apply Laureate Gala Auditions for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Apply Regulations Open to All! Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles, Conductors, Composers NO Age restrictions ONE Audition, no multiple steps Audition LIVE Remotely OR by video Meet and interact with Jury members Book your own Audition date/time (see season schedule) AUDITIONS SCHEDULE Live. Remote. Interact with Jury Members ONE Audition, no multiple steps Performances at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Recordings with Orchestras Soloists, Composers, Ensembles colORCHESTRA for performances and recordings with orchestras worldwide October 16-18, 2026. January 16-18, 2027. March 12-14, 2027 Concert Season at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall 2026-27 November 23, 2026, at 7:00pm November 24, 2026, at 7:00pm February 19, 2027, at 7:00pm April 19, 2027, at 7:00pm April 21, 2027, at 7:00pm June 28, 2027, at 7:00pm June 30, 2027, at 7:00pm Recording Sessions Performances with Orchestras: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Orchestra Manhattan Moravian Philharmonic Butler Philharmonic Orquesta Filarmónica Municipal de Guayaquil Camerata de Coahuila September 28, 2026, NY, USA November 22, 2026, NY, USA November 25, 2026, Ecuador December 5, 2026, Mexico January 2027, Czech Republic April 22, 2027, NY, USA April 30, 2027 Ohio, USA June 1-2, 2027, London, UK Audition to perform Solo or Ensemble Concertos and Arias, new music by living composers with Orchestra Manhattan, David Wroe, conductor New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor Download Consent Download Regulations Learn More Learn More Learn More Learn More Learn More Learn More Learn More Learn More Five Seasons of Galas O UR STORY Laureates' Journey to Performance in New York Cit y at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Hosted by STEVE ROBINSON, the world renowned producer of classical music radio programs James Adler Audience Favorite Award Maestro Giacomo Franci Music Director of New York Chamber Players Orchestra New York Chamber Players Orchestra Steve Robinson Honorary Host Susanna Kolker Guest Artist James Adler James Adler Audience Favorite Award Meet the Artists