1st International Composition Competition for Flute Ensembles “Leonardo De Lorenzo”

The 1st International Composition Competition for Flute Ensembles is open to composers of any age and nationality, with the aim of stimulating, promoting and enhancing musical creativity for these particular ensembles.

E-Mail: concorso.composizione@triesteflute.it

All entries received will be assessed by a jury comprising three renowned musicians, who will give their opinion to determine a shortlist of three winners. 

There will be no joint winners, and up to a maximum of three further competitors may be named ‘with special distinction’.

The jury, comprising internationally renowned musical figures, each with their own specialism in the fields of composition, conducting and arrangement, will consist of:

Valter Sivilotti (Italy, Chair), Doina Rotaru (Romania, Vice-Chair), David Mastikosa (Bosnia and Herzegovina, jury member).

The jury’s decision is final and binding.

Prize amounts:

1st: €1,000.00, inclusive of tax deductions, and a diploma, with the world premiere to take place at Trieste Flute Day 2026;

2nd: €500.00, inclusive of tax deductions, and a diploma;

3rd: €250.00, inclusive of tax deductions, and a certificate.

In any case, the Trieste Flute Association reserves the right to consider non-award-winning pieces for performance on other occasions by the Trieste Flute Ensemble.

See rules and regulations on website.