Composers’ Program

Early Bird Discount — Extended Deadline (Composition Program Only)
– The application deadline for the Composition Program has been extended to April 15, 2026 (inclusive).
– Applicants who submit a completed registration form and all required scores and recordings via the official website
   www.ameropa.org on or before this date will receive an early bird discount of €100 off the participation fee.
– Please note: Applications and materials submitted after April 15 will not qualify for the early bird discount.
– All required materials must be submitted by May 15, 2026 at the latest.

32nd Ameropa International Chamber Music Academy


Young Composers’ Program

 

PRAHA CZECH REPUBLIC
JULY 19th —AUGUST 2nd 2026
A platform where emerging voices meet the international stage
 

 

The Ameropa International Chamber Music Academy invites young composers worldwide to apply for its 2026 Young Composers’ Program — a two-week intensive dedicated to original chamber music creation, mentorship, and live performance.

12 composers will be selected globally. There are no restrictions on nationality, institutional affiliation, or compositional style. Exceptionally talented applicants under the age of 14 may also be considered（under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult).

 
Selected composers will

  • Receive a minimum of six 50-minute mentorship sessions with internationally acclaimed faculty
  • Have their work performed live by professional musicians at official Ameropa Festival concerts
  • Engage in dialogue with composers, performers, and artistic directors
  • Attend workshops, lectures, and masterclasses throughout the festival

Every selected work will be discussed in depth with faculty and performers — bridging compositional intent and live interpretation.

Auditors are welcome. Observers may attend all workshops, lectures, and masterclasses, concerts, and may arrange optional one-on-one lessons with faculty at an additional fee. See the application page for pricing.

 


Premiere and Performances

Selected works will be performed in collaboration with members of  the Ameropa International Chamber Music Academy artist ensemble on July 22nd and 29th, 2026 in the Prague Conservatory Concert Hall. Performance scheduling will be subject to programming considerations.

 


Commission Opportunity

At the conclusion of the 2026 academy, a minimum of one and up to three of the most exceptionally talented composers will be selected to compose new works for premiere at the 2027 academy.These selected composers will also be awarded a scholarship to attend the 2027 Ameropa International Chamber Music Academy.

 


Selection Jury Members

Jury President

Deqing Wen, Composer (China-Switzerland)

Jury Members:

Mark Andre, Composer (France/Germany)

Mike Djumpstrom, Composer  (USA)

Jiří Havlík, Composer and Conductor (Czech Republic)

Vadim Mazo, Founder and Artistic Director of Ameropa (USA)

 


Application Requirements

All applicants:

  • Score of the submitted work; each piece not to exceed 7 minutes
  • A recording of the work (if possible)
  • A Curriculum Vitae

 


Accepted chamber music combinations:

  • String Quartet
  • String Quartet + Piano
  • Violin, Cello, and Piano
  • Flute, Clarinet, and Piano
  • Violin and Cello
  • Flute and Cello
  • Violin and Piano
  • Cello and Piano
  • French Horn and Piano
  • Voice and Piano (if performed in Chinese, please include pinyin annotations)
  • Solo pieces for Violin, Cello, Flute, Clarinet, French Horn, or Piano

Your application must be received  by May 15th, 2026 , inclusive.

Audit Only: No restrictions on instrumentation or format.

 
 
PARTICIPATION FEES

€ 2690 for active participants

€ 1390 for passive participants (Audit Program Only)

 € 70 registration fee

 
FEES INCLUDE

Tuition

Registration fee

Basic hostel lodging in 2 or 3 bed rooms (a limited number of single rooms may be available at an additional cost)

Daily breakfasts. Lunches on weekdays and / or several complimentary group dinners

Free tickets for all Academy concerts

Group travel expenses in the Czech Republic in case of events organized by Ameropa during the Academy

Complimentary Prague city transportation pass for entire period of Ameropa