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Concours musical international de Montréal – Violin 2026
International violin competition for emerging violinists
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 70,000
Timeline
- Open Date : September 3, 2025
- Closing date : October 31, 2025
Location
Montreal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program awards more than CAD 150,000 in prizes and grants to emerging international violinists. It supports the competition’s first round, semifinal, final rounds, and special awards.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 70,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : September 3, 2025
- Closing date : October 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Montreal
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- International violin performance competition
- First round recital with piano accompaniment
- Semifinal recital with Canadian work requirement
- Final rounds with Mozart concerto and a major concerto
- On-the-road performances for non-semifinalists
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Two high-resolution color photos
- Contact details for two musical references
- Proposed repertoire for all rounds
- Three audition videos
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Classical violinists
- International applicants of any nationality
- Emerging professional performers
Who is not eligible
- Previous CMIM violin laureates
- Applicants outside the 1995-2009 birth range
- Applicants not available in Montreal for the competition dates
Eligible expenses
- Return economy-class flight to Montreal for selected competitors
- Checked bag fee for one bag
- Free accommodation with host families in Montreal
- Accommodation for official pianists with host families
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Extra charges for multi-city flights
- Extra charges for extended stays or special travel requests
- Travel and accommodation for an accompanying person
- Travel expenses for competitors’ own pianists
- Alternative accommodation chosen by the competitor
Eligible geographic areas
- Montreal, Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility, completeness, and technical compliance
- A preliminary jury evaluates the audition videos
- Selected and non-selected applicants are notified of the preliminary results
- Finalists must follow the competition rules and jury decisions
Additional information
- Selected competitors receive travel and accommodation support.
- Preliminary selection results are announced by December 12, 2025.
- The competition awards prizes, grants, and special prizes.
- Finalists must remain available for interviews and promotional activities.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Concours musical international de Montréal – Violin 2026 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Concours musical international de Montréal – Violin 2026. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Concours musical international de Montréal – Violin 2026?
This program awards more than CAD 150,000 in prizes and grants to emerging international violinists. It supports the competition’s first round, semifinal, final rounds, and special awards.
How much funding can be received?
Concours musical international de Montréal – Violin 2026 Funds up to $70,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was October 31, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Concours musical international de Montréal – Violin 2026 program?
To be eligible for the Concours musical international de Montréal – Violin 2026 program, you must:
Classical violinists only
Born 1995-2009
Available in Montreal for the event
What expenses are eligible under Concours musical international de Montréal – Violin 2026?
International violin performance competition
First round recital with piano accompaniment
Semifinal recital with Canadian work requirement
Final rounds with Mozart concerto and a major concerto
On-the-road performances for non-semifinalists
Who can I contact for more information about the Concours musical international de Montréal – Violin 2026?
You can contact Montreal International Music Competition (CMIM) by email at candidates@concoursmontreal.ca or by phone at 514-845-4108.
Where is the Concours musical international de Montréal – Violin 2026 available?
The Concours musical international de Montréal – Violin 2026 program is available Montréal, Quebec.