Won' t you Challenge an International Clarinet Competition ~ Young Artist Competition
You can find all the details at ICA web page HERE
Brief info about the competition
Eligibility: Competition participants must not have reached the age of 27 as of June 30, 2025.
*****you can still take lessons and learn the repatoire if you are just learning to expand your clarinet experience even you are passed the age requirement.
Preliminary Round Repertoire:
Krzysztof Penderecki: Prelude for Clarinet Solo
2.Choose one of the following:
(a) Reynaldo Hahn Sarabande et thème varié (any edition)
(b) Phillipe Gaubert Fantasie (any edition)
(c) Augusta Holmes Fantasie (any edition)
At Clarinet Fest :
Semi-Final:
Johannes Brahms: Sonata in F minor, Op. 120, No. 1 – Mvts. II and IV (any edition)
Jenni Brandon: Starry Night – Mvt. 1 – The Starlight Night
Final:
Scott McAllister: Black Dog
Prizes
First prize – $5,000 USD; the ICA will also feature the first prize winner in a solo performance at its 2026 conference.
Second prize – $2,000 USD
Third prize – $1,000 USD
Special Online Lesson available at Fujiyama Clarinet Studio
This is the competition I have fond memories of, where I won second place long ago. It's not just about competing; during the International Clarinet Association's Clarinet Fest, there are many exciting experiences and opportunities to meet people, making it an incredibly valuable experience. I really hope you all will take on this challenge!
We will be offering a specialized class for this competition at Fujiyama Clarinet Studio. Please contact us if you'd like to take on this challenge. We also welcome those who don't want to enter the competition but would like to work on the repertoire for a set period.
Apply
To ensure sufficient preparation time, please apply by October as a guideline. Also, it is assumed that you have obtained approval from your current teacher if any.
Support
Procurement of sheet music
Lessons (in-person, online)
Includes video feedback and consultations.
Communication in English with the organizers, application and result notifications, etc.
Suggestion for the recording sessions
Administrative support for traveling to the US if you are in Japan.
Timeline
September-October: Application, sheet music procurement, start of lessons
March: Recording
April: Application, submission of recordings
May: Results announcement
July: Travel to the US
Pls contact me and book below for the online counseling. Leave a note that you are interested for the Young Artist Competition, then you will receive free counseling for 30min.
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