Gaudeamus Award 2027 for Young Composers
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Gaudeamus Award 2027 for Young Composers

Gaudeamus

October 1, 2026 (8 publicSeo.openCall.daysLeft)Utrecht, Netherlands (Gaudeamus Festival)

For the winner: a €6,000 commission for a new work premiered at a future Gaudeamus Festival. For all nominees: performance of their main entry, a new festival commission, coaching by the jury during the Gaudeamus Academy, free accommodation and festival participation, reimbursed travel to Utrecht, and continued career support.

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For the winner: a €6,000 commission for a new work premiered at a future Gaudeamus Festival. For all nominees: performance of their main entry, a new festival commission, coaching by the jury during the Gaudeamus Academy, free accommodation and festival participation, reimbursed travel to Utrecht, and continued career support.

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Composers and creators of any nationality or background born after 12 September 1991. Works may have been performed but must be no more than four years old.

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€6,000 commission for the winner; up to four nominees get a new festival commission, performances, free accommodation and travel reimbursement
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€35 registration fee (contact Gaudeamus if the fee is an obstacle)