First time in the USA, hosted by the Butler School of Music from 21 February to 2 March 2014
Helping exceptionally talented musicians to develop into artists of the highest calibre
Hosted by the Butler School of Music at the University of Texas at Austin
A ten-day festival of competition rounds, concerts, events and masterclasses
Founded by Yehudi Menuhin in 1983, the Menuhin Competition attracts some of the world's best violinists under the age of 22. We are helping exceptionally talented young musicians from around the world to develop into artists of the highest calibre. Find out more about our jury, how to apply, our previous winners and our history.
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The Menuhin Competition has been invited by the Butler School of Music (BSOM) at The University of Texas at Austin to be held in the USA for the first time. 2014 also marks the Butler School of Music’s centennial.
The competition is now open for applications. Application deadline is 7 October 2013. Find out about our jury, how to apply and if you have any questions, look at our FAQs first.
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Taking part in the Menuhin Competition is often the first experience of an international competition for our young contestants. Making this experience enjoyable and memorable is our mission. In memory of Yehudi Menuhin’s spirit every candidate is invited to stay throughout the entire competition, to make the most of the multitude of activities and performances made available to them and to forge friendships with fellow musicians.
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The Menuhin Competition has an impressive track record of counting some of the world's most gifted violinists among its participants and prize winners. Since 1983, many have gone on to major international careers, for example: Tasmin Little, Isabelle van Keulen, Nikolaj Znaider, Ilya Gringolts, Julia Fischer, Daishin Kashimoto, Feng Ning and more recently Ray Chen, Chad Hoopes, Callum Smart and Kerson Leong. More...
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All concerts and competition rounds were sold out and visitors had to be turned away at the door as national and international audiences enjoyed a 10-day music & violin festival in Beijing last April. Hosted by the Central Conservatory of Music it offered competitors a chance to collaborate with the China Philharmonic Orchestra and to perform at the impressive National Centre for the Performing Arts and Beijing Concert Hall.
The Cleveland Orchestra is announced to perform at the Closing Gala Concert on 2 March 2014 with Arabella Steinbacher and both 1st Prize winners. It's the first performance of the orchestra in Austin since 1976. More...
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