CRESCENDO INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL & COMPETITION 2026

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CRESCENDO INTERNATIONAL MUSIC
FESTIVAL & COMPETITION 2026

CRESCENDO International Music Festival & Competition is a prestigious artistic platform for musical talents aspiring to reach the pinnacle of excellence. All certificates are issued by the Vecchi – Tonelli Conservatory of Music (Modena, Italy) — one of the most renowned conservatories under the Italian Government and Ministry of Culture, widely respected across Europe and internationally, and a training ground for generations of professional musicians.

The collaboration between an international - scale competition, a leading European conservatory, and the Vietnam National Academy of Music promises world-class musical experiences and valuable opportunities for artistic development.

The program is divided into two main categories: Festival, designed for participants who seek learning opportunities and in - depth guidance from experts; and Competition, for talents eager to assert themselves in a professional competitive environment.

The distinguished jury panel comes from top music institutions worldwide, including the Vietnam National Academy of Music, Paris Conservatory, Gnessin Russian Academy of Music, and the Vecchi – Tonelli Conservatory of Music.

Participants will have the chance to perform on grand, prestigious stages and be professionally recorded by leading technical teams.

Notably, CRESCENDO International Music Festival & Competition is a pioneering event offering Masterclasses with leading professors from around the world.

CATEGORIES

PIANO
STRINGED INSTRUMENT
VOCAL
GUITAR/ UKULELE
ORCHESTRA
“Vietnamese contestants demonstrate very thorough preparation, strong technical skills, and a genuine sense of musical expression and connection. I believe that music education in Vietnam holds great interest and potential. I encourage you to prepare for competitions in as many ways as possible, as well as perform for family and friends to further develop your stage presence beyond the classroom. I wish all contestants the very best in their preparation and performances.”
GIUSEPPE MODUGNOProfessor, Pianist,
Director of the Modena Conservatory, Italy
"No need to worry! Perform with an artist’s confidence. Focus on the beauty inherent in the music"
TATYANA SHKLOVSKAYAAssociate Professor, Doctor of Piano at the Maimonides Academy (Russia),
Gnessin Russian Academy of Music.

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AWARDS

PROFESSIONAL (COMPETITION)

(FOR EACH CATEGORY AND DIVISION)

FIRST PRIZE:
5,000,000 VND + First Prize Trophy
SECOND PRIZE:
3,000,000 VND + Second Prize Trophy
THIRD PRIZE:
1,000,000 VND + Third Prize Trophy

CERTIFICATE (FESTIVAL)

(FOR EACH CATEGORY AND DIVISION)

Gold - Silver - Bronze Medals

TOTAL CASH PRIZES
OF NEARLY 200 MILLION VNĐ

CERTIFICATE

Receive a prestigious certificate from the Vecchi – Tonelli Conservatory of Music in Modena, Italy.

AWARDS

– Giải Nhất, Giải Nhì, Giải Ba cho mỗi bảng thi của Hạng mục Competition
– Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals for each group in the Festival Category.

SCHOLARSHIP

5 Short-term Scholarships to Italy
5 Short-term Scholarships to Singapore

OTHER
AWARDS

Cash or in-kind gifts given by sponsors

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

Opportunity to perform in Italy and Singapore

PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS

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