INSTRUMENTS
The Berlin Classical Music Competition 2026 welcomes participants performing on the following instruments and in the following formats:
KEYBOARDS:
Piano Solo, Piano four Hands, Harpsichord, Organ, Accordion
STRINGS:
Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Guitar, Harp
WOODWINDS:
Flute, Oboe, English Horn, Clarinet, Saxophone, Bassoon
BRASS:
Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba
VOICE:
Soprano, Mezzo-Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Baritone, Bass
PERCUSSION:
Vibraphone, Marimba, Snare Drum, Timpani, Drum Set, Hand Percussion
CHAMBER MUSIC:
Duo, Trio, Quartet, Quintet, String Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Woodwind Ensemble, Other Combinations
Age Categories
Participants will be evaluated within age-based divisions, as detailed in the Eligibility section.
| Category | Birth Year | Time Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Child Prodigy | Born in 2021 or later | up to 10 minutes |
| Rising Star I | Born in 2020–2019 | up to 10 minutes |
| Rising Star II | Born in 2018–2017 | up to 10 minutes |
| Junior Virtuoso I | Born in 2016–2015 | up to 15 minutes |
| Junior Virtuoso II | Born in 2014–2013 | up to 15 minutes |
| Aspiring Artist I | Born in 2012–2011 | up to 20 minutes |
| Aspiring Artist II | Born in 2010–2009 | up to 20 minutes |
| Emerging Talent I | Born in 2008–2007 | up to 20 minutes |
| Emerging Talent II | Born in 2006–2005 | up to 20 minutes |
| Advanced Performer I | Born in 2004–2003 | up to 25 minutes |
| Advanced Performer II | Born in 2002–2001 | up to 25 minutes |
| Professional | Born in 2000 or earlier | up to 25 minutes |
