23rd International Competition “Luigi Zanuccoli” for Young Musicians, Italy

Sogliano al Rubicone, Italy

Deadline: May 2nd, 2026

The aim of The 23rd International Competition “Luigi Zanuccoli” for Young Musicians is to identify and promote young musical talents, encourage international cultural exchanges, promote classical music and introduce people to the historic town of Sogliano al Rubicone.  

 Sections: 3

Soloists 
                                                                                
Chamber Music, Ensembles, Orchestras, Choirs

Special Sections: Opera Singing

Schedule:

Soloists: May 24th to May 28th, 2026
                                                                                
Chamber Music, Ensembles, Orchestras, Choirs: May 30th, 2026

Special Sections: Opera Singing/ May 22nd to May 23rd, 2026

Application Fees:

Soloists

Junior: €35

Cat. A: €40

Cat. B: €45

Cat. C: €50

Cat. D: €60

Cat. E: €65

Cat. F: €70

Chamber Music

20 years old:  €35/ participant

32 years old:  €40/ participant

Ensembles:    €30/ participant

Orchestras:    €10/ participant

Choirs:            €10/ participant

Special Sections: Opera Singing/ €90

Prizes:

Soloists

Junior: €100

Cat. A:   €150

Cat. B:

1st Prize:   €400 
2nd Prize: €250
3rd Prize:  €100

Cat. C: 

1st Prize:   €500 
2nd Prize: €300 
3rd Prize:  €150

Cat. D: 

1st Prize:    €600 
2nd Prize:  €350 
3rd Prize:   €200 

Cat. E: 

1st Prize:   €700 
2nd Prize: €400 
3rd Prize:  €250 

Cat. F: 

1st Prize:   €1.000 
2nd Prize: €500 
3rd Prize:  €300 

Chamber Music

20 years old: €500

32 years old: €1000

Ensembles: €500 Trophy and Diploma

Orchestras: Trophy and Diploma

Choirs: Trophy and Diploma

Opera Singing:
First Prize  –     €2.000
Second Prize – €1.000 
Third Prize –    €700 

Special Prizes: Young Talent –  €300