Eurovision Young Musicians Competition
Organization: European Broadcasting Union (EBU)
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What Is Eurovision Young Musicians Competition?
Eurovision Young Musicians Competition is a arts program run by European Broadcasting Union (EBU) for high school students in grades 9–12. It takes place in person. No fixed deadline is listed — check the official site for current dates. See the key facts table below for cost, eligibility, and application details, and always confirm specifics on the official program site.
Eurovision Young Musicians Competition: Program Overview
A biennial classical music competition for talented young instrumentalists representing European broadcasters.
Eurovision Young Musicians is a biennial classical music competition organized by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) for outstanding young instrumentalists. Participants are typically selected through national competitions run by EBU member broadcasters, and finalists perform concertos with a professional orchestra in a televised event hosted by a different European city each edition.
The competition is aimed at young classical instrumentalists (often in their mid-teens to early twenties) who are citizens or residents of countries whose broadcasters belong to the EBU. While not specifically a high school event, advanced high school musicians who meet their national broadcaster’s age and performance standards may be selected. Benefits include international performance experience, exposure on television and online platforms, feedback from leading musicians, networking with peers, and, in some editions, prizes such as performance engagements or scholarships.
Students interested in taking part usually must apply through their national public broadcaster’s selection process rather than directly to the EBU. Requirements, age limits, and timelines vary by country, but strong classical training, competition experience, and the ability to perform at a high pre-professional level are generally expected.
Eurovision Young Musicians Competition Key Facts: Cost, Deadline, and Eligibility
| Organizer | European Broadcasting Union (EBU) |
|---|---|
| Category | Arts & Humanities |
| Format | In-Person |
| Location | Various locations |
| Cost | Not verified — check the official site |
| Eligibility | Grades 9–12 (not verified) |
| Application deadline | Rolling / not listed |
| Country | International |
| Listing last updated | August 13, 2026 |
Verified: ExtracurricularHub checked this listing against the program's official site. We don't publish the date of that check — confirm the current cycle on the official site before you plan around it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eurovision Young Musicians Competition
How much does Eurovision Young Musicians Competition cost?
We have not verified what Eurovision Young Musicians Competition costs. Our catalog holds no confirmed price for it, and an unpriced entry means exactly that — unpriced, not free. Check the official site before assuming either way.
Who is eligible for Eurovision Young Musicians Competition?
Our catalog has Eurovision Young Musicians Competition open to high school students in grades 9–12, unconfirmed against the program's own page — check it before you rule yourself in or out, since eligibility is often narrower than a grade range suggests (age floors, "must have completed" rules, enrolment status).
Is Eurovision Young Musicians Competition online or in person?
Eurovision Young Musicians Competition is an in-person program.
How do I apply to Eurovision Young Musicians Competition?
Apply directly through European Broadcasting Union (EBU)'s official website. ExtracurricularHub links to the official application — we list and verify programs but don't process applications.
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How to Apply to Eurovision Young Musicians Competition
Apply on the official program page: Eurovision Young Musicians Competition — Apply