Online Audition (First Round) Requirements
Application Deadline: May 1, 2026
Judging Period: May 1–10, 2026 (Results will be emailed to participants.)
Instruments
All musical instruments are accepted — piano, strings, winds, voice, brass, percussion, and more.
Repertoire
Each applicant performs one piece (a single movement or a complete short work).
Only one piece per application is allowed, but participants may submit multiple applications for additional works or categories.
The same piece must be used for both the Online Round and the Final Live Round.
Qualified participants will be invited to perform in the Final Round, held at:
Church of Saint Luke Evangelist
Piazza San Luca, 84010 Praiano SA, Italy
A performance fee will apply for those participating in the Live Round.
Traveling to Italy? Submit your application ASAP. We will review your video for eligibility and email an official invitation within 48 hours, allowing you to secure your spot and book your travel immediately.
Note: Competition rankings and scholarships will be officially announced on May 10th.
Application Deadline May 1st, 2026. Accepting online applications for musical performance
One selection of your choice from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic or Modern period performed from memory.
Submit an unedited video of the contestant’s performance as a YouTube link. The video MUST NOT be edited.
The decision of the jury is final and cannot be appealed. Multiple awards may be given in each age category
Music Through The Centuries International Competition invites talented musicians from around the world to participate in this year’s online auditions. The competition welcomes performers of all instruments, voice, and composition categories, including solo, duo, trio, ensemble, choir, and orchestra entries. This event continues the tradition of celebrating musical excellence and artistry across centuries of repertoire—providing an inspiring platform for musicians to perform, grow, and connect through their love of music.
Ages 4 - 6
Ages 7 - 9
Ages 10 - 12
Ages 13 - 14
Ages 15 - 17
Ages 18 - 25+
Winners will receive medals, certificates and cash prize.
Cash prize awards will be based on the complexity of the musical selection, experience and effort.
The decision of the jury is final and cannot be appealed. Multiple awards may be given in each age category.
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