The International Composers Festival is a UK-based event dedicated entirely to the music of living composers from around the world. Typically held in Eastbourne and nearby venues in England, the festival presents a wide range of orchestral, chamber, choral, and film music, all performed by professional musicians and ensembles. It is organized by the International Composers Festival team, originally founded by composer Polo Piatti. While the festival itself is not specifically a high school program, musically advanced high school students with an interest in composition can attend concerts, talks, and related events as audience members, gaining exposure to contemporary music and the work of active composers. Occasionally, the festival has included youth-focused elements, such as works by young or emerging composers, and provides networking and inspirational opportunities for students considering composition or music studies at a higher level. Participation as a featured composer typically involves a submission and selection process that is oriented toward adult and professional or pre-professional composers, but motivated high schoolers who already compose at a high level can follow the festival, learn from its programming, and potentially aim to submit works once they meet eligibility and artistic standards.