A premier platform for emerging and passionate performers to shine
The International Instrumental & Voice Competition at Musica Viva: Florence Festival is a premier opportunity for performers to showcase their artistry on an international stage.
Open to both master classes participants and external participants, this competition is judged by a distinguished panel of renowned faculty and internationally recognized tonebase artists, providing invaluable feedback, professional exposure, and career-enhancing performance opportunities.
We welcome musicians of all ages who play with presence, curiosity, and conviction.
Whether you're a young performer just discovering your voice, or a seasoned musician returning to early music with new perspective, this competition values depth over display, and expression over perfection.
✅ You might be:
If your music tells the “truth,” there’s a place for you here.
With live final rounds in Florence, participants will experience the thrill of performing in a historic venue, competing for exclusive prizes, including:
📅 Final Round: August 24–26, 2025