CAG Victor Elmaleh Virtual Competition 2022

The CAG Victor Elmaleh Virtual Competition 2022 is open to all instruments, voice, and chamber ensembles. We encourage unique chamber ensemble combinations.

Competition age limits as of January 21, 2022:

– Solo instrumentalists: 28 (born on or after January 22, 1993)
– Solo singers: 30 (born on or after January 22, 1991)
– Ensembles must have an average age of no more than 30 as of January 21, 2022. No member of the ensemble may be over the age of 35.

Grand Prize winners receive:

International management (Americas and Europe) jointly with CAG and Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT

Performances at both Merkin Concert Hall in New York and Wigmore Hall in London

Participation in CAG 360

Concert Artists Guild empowers musicians and launches careers that are sustainable, unique and relevant. Through mentorship and performance opportunities, we identify and develop young artists who will make an impact in the world through music. Since 1951, CAG has helped more than 500 young musicians launch careers. Winners of CAG’s annual competition receive comprehensive management support, New York performances, concert bookings and professional career development and coaching.

Concert Artists Guild is committed to supporting the highest level of musician by recognizing their full potential in an ever-changing world. CAG seeks to partner with musicians who are thoughtful citizen artists and have a commitment to connecting their music to the greater world. Artists who fit these criteria are encouraged to apply to the 2022 Victor Elmaleh Virtual Competition.

To align with our European partner, YCAT, the CAG Victor Elmaleh Virtual Competition 2022 is now held in the spring. To apply, you must fill out the online application form and pay the application fee below. All applications will be evaluated in the preliminary, semifinal, and final rounds by qualified jury panels.