AIFA International Music Competition
An online classical music competition for children, combining AI-based analysis and an international jury. Accessible, transparent, and focused on long-term artistic growth instead of rankings alone.
Extended to 15 April 2026 (UTC)
To provide additional opportunities for participation, the application deadline has been extended. This is the final extension and no further extensions will be announced.
The first edition is a compact online competition for Violin, Cello and Piano, aimed at young players from around the world.
Early applicants will receive priority review.
Any important schedule changes will be announced on this website.
Why choose AIFA?
Global online competition
Participate from anywhere in the world. All rounds are held via video submission, making it easier for families and teachers to join without travel.
AI-supported evaluation
AI helps analyse pitch, rhythm and consistency. Final artistic decisions remain with experienced human jury members, combining objective data and musical insight.
Accessible & transparent
Clear categories, reasonable fees, and results designed for long-term artistic growth. Every participant receives written feedback and an official certificate — combining the recognition of a competition with the educational value of an examination.
Competition schedule (updated)
The updated timeline for the first edition is shown below. All dates are based on international time (UTC).
- Entry period: 15 January – 15 April 2026 (Final Extension)
- Video submission deadline: 15 April 2026
- Results announcement: around 10 May 2026
Winners & results
After the 2026 edition has finished, prize winners and selected performances will be introduced on the results page.
Go to results page