The International Young Artist Concerto Competition
Stands Out
IYACC is the premier concerto competition providing the opportunity for sixteen competitors to perform with a professional orchestra for the semi & final rounds.
World-class judges create exposure and recognition for competitors at every level.
Finalists have the opportunity to work with a renowned conductor as he music directs the finals.
The International Young Artist Concerto Competition provides an unforgettable experience to perform as a soloist with a professional orchestra in the semifinal and final round.
The International Young Artist Concerto Competition 2024 is open for students 18 years of age or younger. Applicants are welcome to submit one movement of a concerto on any instrument. Any concerto may be selected, as long as the orchestra parts are available on IMSLP or nkoda. Applications are open to young artists internationally. At least one student under the age of 13 will be selected to move into the semifinal round. Students that move to the semifinals round will perform with a live professional orchestra in Chicago, IL.
The Premier Concerto Competition with Full Orchestra
2025 Announcement Coming Soon
Applications Are Closed
Antonio Pompa-Baldi, CIM Piano Faculty
I had the honor of being one of the jury members for the last edition of the International Concerto Competition, and I was truly impressed with the high level of the participants. Playing with an orchestra is extremely important for young musicians, and the opportunity to do so does not come along very easily. What the International Concerto Competition does is invaluable, as it foster the young musicians’ growth in a unique and remarkable way. It prepares them well for their careers.
Conner Gray Covington, Utah Symphony
I was so impressed with the level of playing and musicianship of the IYACC participants. I don't know of any other competition that affords so many competitors the opportunity to perform as a soloist with a professional orchestra. I would encourage any serious young musician to apply.
2022 Winner, Esme Arias-Kim
Participating in the International Young Artist Concerto Competition was a highlight of my year. It was amazing how 15 of my peers and I had the opportunity to be able to rehearse and perform with orchestra in beautiful Ganz hall. The actual competition was run very well and I truly cherish the experience of performing for the jury and meeting the other competitors.
2023 IYACC FINALISTS
Ezekiel Sokoloff (17), First Place Winner 2023
Bartok Violin Concerto no. 2, Sz. 117: I. Allegro non troppo
Serge Kalinovsky (16) Runner Up 2023
Schumann Cello Concerto in A minor, Op. 129: Movement 1, Nicht zu schnell
Zarin Mehta (15), Runner Up 2023
Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18, 1. Moderato
Zachary Allen, Honorable Mention Finalist 2023
Martinu Oboe Concerto, H. 353: Movement 3, Poco allegro
2022 IYACC FINALISTS
Esme Arias Kim, first place winner 2022
Korngold Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35: Movement 1, Moderato nobile
Luis Villa, runner up 2022
Rachmaninoff, Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor
Kimiko Darcy, third place tie 2022
Liszt Piano Concerto No. 1
Zarin Mehta, third place tie 2022
Prokofiev Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor