| Applications are now open for the Fringe and the International Van Wassenaer Competition (IVWC), which take place as part of the Festival Oude Muziek Utrecht 2025 (29 August to 7 September). Go directly to: Fringe 2025 applicationIVWC 2025 application |
| Fringe info and application form The Fringe at the Festival Oude Muziek Utrecht functions as a springboard for young talent. Talented young musicians get the opportunity to present themselves to a large audience, in special concert venues in the historical city of Utrecht during the world’s largest early music festival. All participating soloists/ensembles are offered to receive feedback from professionals. We are now accepting applications for the Fringe programme for Festival Oude Muziek Utrecht 2025! You can find more information about the Fringe programme and application details at oudemuziek.nl/fringemusicians. Deadline for applications: 1 April 2025. |
| International Van Wassenaer Competition – Late Edition |
| In 2025, the International Van Wassenaer Competition will be devoted to music from the Classical and Romantic period. Like previous editions, the participating ensembles will be judged by internationally renowned musicians. For more information about the competition and application details, please visit oudemuziek.nl/ivwc. Deadline for applications: 1 April 2025. Programme: 3 September 2025 – semi-finals 4 September 2025 – master classes 5 September 2025 – finals |
| Awards Jury awards:1st price €30002nd price €20003rd price €1000Audience awardFOMU award (separate jury): a concert tour in the season of the Festival Oude Muziek Utrecht 2026/2027, or a concert in the Festival Oude Muziek Utrecht 2026All finalists (up to four) will receive a master class voucher with a value of € 500. IVWC info and application form |
| The application deadline for both the Fringe and the International Van Wassenaer Competition is Tuesday 1 April 2025. |
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