VIVO International Music Competition

The VIVO International Music Competition offers an extraordinary opportunity for gifted young

musicians to develop and advance their talents through participating in competition and

performing on a world-class stage. Located in the New York City area, the VIVO invites local,

national, and international students with musical talents to experience and accomplish musical

excellence. The VIVO International Music Competition is committed to inspiring young artists

and enriching their musical experiences so that they can enjoy and enhance performing

instruments at early stages of their careers in music.

VIVO International Music Competition is open to instrumentalists of all nationalities under

the age of 18. Specifically, applicants in age groups A (ages 9 and under), B (ages 10-11), C (ages

12-14), and D (ages 15-18) are eligible to participate in this competition.

At the First prize winners’ concert, all performers will be evaluated by judges (who are

distinguished musicians), and cash awards will be offered to Gold, Silver, and Bronze prize

winners in each age group (regardless of instrumental divisions).

2023-2024 Winter Competition Important Dates:

1. Opening of online Applications: September 01, 2023

2. Deadline of Application: November 26, 2023

3. Live Audition: Sunday, December 17, 2023

4. All YouTube links are due by December 15, 2023

If a participant is unable to attend a live audition, YouTube link may be substituted.

Late applications will be accepted after the deadline.

However, late applicants cannot request preferred live audition times.

*Live Audition will take place at: PianoPiano Rehearsal Studios

37 W 65th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10023