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Performance of ensemble during the festival. Woman in yellow singing from sheet music.

International Young Artist’s Presentation (IYAP) 2026

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Deadline

Restrictions

Young vocal and/or instrumental musicians and ensembles with a maximum average age of 35. The ensemble focuses on playing historical instruments or using historical sources (up to 1920).

Does your vocal and/or instrumental ensemble perform music according to the principles of historical performance practice? International Young Artist’s Presentation (IYAP) 2026 offers you a unique platform to shine in front of an international audience and professionals from the sector.

What can you expect?
Three days of intensive coaching by renowned artists Peter Van Heyghen & Nicolas Achten, who give you tips on music and stage presence, connecting with the audience, putting together a concert program, and more. Learn how to captivate an audience, tell your story, and strengthen your ensemble. The highlight: a performance during Laus Polyphoniae at AMUZ, Antwerp, for festival audiences, international music critics, and concert programmers. You will receive targeted feedback and practical tools to help your ensemble grow.

Deadline

Restrictions

Young vocal and/or instrumental musicians and ensembles with a maximum average age of 35. The ensemble focuses on playing historical instruments or using historical sources (up to 1920).