Competitions

Showcase your artistry on an international stage!

The International Festival of Flutes Competition is fully online and open to all flutists— no festival registration required.
Whether you're a seasoned performer or just emerging, this is your moment to shine.

How to Enter

1. Record your performance
   Upload to YouTube (set as unlisted).
2. Submit your link and application
   Via our SUBMISSION PORTAL.
3. Pay the $25 entry fee
   Payment is collected through the portal at time of submission.

Submission Deadline: July 20, 2025
Winners Announced: July 24, 2025

Submission Guidelines

• Submit 1–2 pieces (5–12 minutes total).
• No video editing or splicing; each piece must be recorded in a single take.
• Use one fixed camera angle.
• Accompaniment is optional (even for pieces originally with piano).
• Audio and video must both be included (no audio-only).

Awards & Recognition

Winners will be featured across our major platforms!

• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place: Digital certificate of recognition + featured post on:
    @thevirtuosicflutist (28K followers)
    The Virtuosic Flutist Facebook page (34K followers)
• Honorable Mentions (4th–8th): Digital certificate of recognition

Competition Divisions

Select one division only

• High School: Students enrolled during the 2024–2025 academic year
• Collegiate Undergraduate: College/university students enrolled during 2024–2025
• Emerging Artist: Ages 22–30 as of August 1, 2025
• Amateur: Open to non-professional flutists age 20 and above
  (Must not earn primary income from flute performance or teaching)

Entry Fee

$25 (non-refundable)
Paid through the Official Submission Portal at the time of application.

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