Rules and Regulations:
*Open to musicians of all ages and nationalities.
* Repertoire is free choice (video links required).
* No time limit for videos; multiple short recordings may be combined into one link. There is no minimum duration. 
* Age is calculated as of September 21, 2025, will be taken into account when dividing into age groups.
* All the names of the winners will be published on our website on the dates mentioned in the announcement and on social media channels
* The official results will be on October 5, 2025, on our website and our social media accounts.
* In each category, the jury awards 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prizes, Wiener Klassik Prize, special jury prizes, and special mentions according to the participant's score.
* When making the payment, it is imperative to indicate the full NAME of the participant and the INSTRUMENT category they are applying for.
* Videos must clearly show the performer’s face and hands, recorded with a single camera.
* By registering, participants allow the organizer to freely dispose of the photo, audio, and video recordings submitted to the competition for documentation and public relations on its website and social media.
* The judgment of the jury is final.
* Due to delays in the evaluation process by the competition jury committee, the organization reserves the right to change the dates provided for the announcement of the results.
* All award-winning participants will receive a certificate of achievement via email. On request, we can also send you printed certificates by post.
* All winners will be presented on the official website of the online competition, as well as on the social media of the competition organization. (Instagram, Facebook).
* Participants without an award, as well as teachers and accompanying persons, may receive a certificate of participation upon request, available electronically for €30.

* By participating in the competition, the participants agree to the possible publication and popularization of the submitted recordings and photos for advertising purposes. The organizers of the competition reserve the right to edit and crop photos of participants for publication (advertising) on the Internet.

* Once the application fee is paid it cannot be refunded under any circumstances and candidates agree to the terms and conditions of the competition. 

Prize 
1st prize (for each category) live concert at Mozarthaus Vienna on November 23, 2025 + certificate + professional photo shoot, audio and video recording at the concert and award ceremony.
2nd prize (for each category) invitation to the award ceremony at Mozarthaus Vienna + certificate + professional photo shoot at the award ceremony.
3rd prize (for each category) invitation to the award ceremony at Mozarthaus Vienna + certificate + professional photo shoot at the award ceremony.
Grand Prize (€4,000) – Awarded by unanimous jury decision to an outstanding participant from any category, including a certificate, professional photo shoot, audio & video recordings, and a concert performance at Mozarthaus Vienna.
Special prizes:
* Wiener Klassik Prize Invitation to the award ceremony at Mozarthaus Vienna + certificate + professional photo shoot at the award ceremony.
* Special Jury Prize Invitation to the award ceremony at Mozarthaus Vienna + certificate + professional photo shoot at the award ceremony.
* Honourable Mentions Invitation to the award ceremony at Mozarthaus Vienna + certificate + professional photo shoot at the award ceremony.

Categories & Fees:

* Age category A:  18+ years

* Age category B:  14 - 17 years old
* Age category C:  10 - 13 years old
* Age category D: up to 9 years old

* Chamber Music category: Any ensemble, no age limit (fee per musician: €30)

Participation Fee:
*The participation fee is 55 €.
*The participation fee for the Chamber Music per musician is 30 €.

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Application Documents:

Candidates will need the following documents to register:
1- Application form >>> APPLY!
2- Copy of passport or ID (with photo)
3- Short biography (English)
4- Artistic photo (with photographer’s name)
5- Video link(s) 
6- Proof of payment (bank, Revolut, Wise, or PayPal). If PayPal is unavailable in your country, contact us for alternatives.
 

Please send all documents for submission before  September 21, 2025, via APPLY!
or e-mail to culturempcompetition@gmail.com  

Jury Members:
Christian Schulz, Wiener Symphoniker - Music Director and Chief Conductor of the Vienna City Orchestra (Wiener Stadtorchester) - Richard Wagner Conservatory of Vienna 
Burghard Tölke, Peter Cornelius Conservatory of the City of Mainz 
Farkhad Khudyev, Music Director of the University of Texas Symphony Orchestra - Music Director of the Hidden Valley Arts Institute Orchestra Institute in Carmel, California.
 

For non-European Union and non-Eurozone & For European Union and Eurozone transfers:

Via Revolut:
🔗 Revolut.Me
 

Via PayPal: (Please note: PayPal transfer charges are to be covered by the applicant.)
🔗 PayPal.Me
PayPal Account: verein.culturemeetingpoint@gmail.com
 

For European Union and Eurozone transfers please use the following bank details:

(All transfer and bank charges are to be covered by the applicant.)

Bank: Bank Austria UniCredit
Account Name: Culture Meeting Point
IBAN: AT96 1200 0006 0177 8103
Bank Code (BIC/SWIFT): BKAUATWW
Address: UniCredit Bank Austria AG, Rothschildplatz 1, A-1020 Vienna, AUSTRIA

The Concert and Award Ceremony is on November 23, 2025, at the Mozarthaus Vienna (Domgasse 5, A-1010 Vienna Austria).

 

 

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