This prestigious longstanding biennial competition takes place at the National Centre for Early Music as part of York Early Music Festival.
Recognised as a major international platform for emerging talent in the world of early music, the competition attracts musicians from all over the globe, offering a major boost to young professional careers with opportunities for performance, recording and broadcasting, and international exposure.
To be eligible for the 2021 competition, competitors must perform in an ensemble with a minimum of three members, with an average age of 32 or under (individuals must be aged 36 years or under). The ensemble must perform repertory from the period ranging from the middle ages to the nineteenth century, using historically informed playing techniques, instruments and stylistic conventions.
