Embark on Your Unforgettable Recital Tour Across America!
Experience the thrill of performing at three of the nation's most prestigious venues—all in just one week.
Embark on Your Unforgettable Recital Tour Across America!
Special Venue Music Awards provides exceptional performance opportunities at world-renowned venues, including Carnegie Hall, the Vienna Music Society, and more.
Our next featured event, taking place from September 27 to October 4, 2025, will bring performers to three iconic stages: Harvard University, Carnegie Hall, and the San Francisco War Memorial Opera House.
Seize the opportunity to perform at these prestigious venues—all in just one unforgettable week!
Plan your debut tour across America!
Video Audition Schedule
Application Period: April 1 – June 30
Audition Results Announced: July 3
Winners Recital Enrollment Deadline: July 10
Winners Recitals
September 27 (Saturday)– Harvard University
September 30 (Tue) & October 1 (Wed) – Carnegie Hall
October 4 (Saturday) – San Francisco Opera House
The Winners' Recitals can be arranged according to your preference: participation in just one venue, two venues, or all three venues.
Recital: Venue 1.
Harvard University
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Harvard University is a rare and prestigious venue for winners' recitals in music competitions. Performing here not only showcases your talent but also connects you to a legacy of intellectual and artistic achievement, opening doors to future academic and career opportunities.
Immerse yourself in this inspiring setting and let it elevate your aspirations to new heights.
Recital: Venue 2.
Carnegie Hall
Weill Recital Hall
Tuesday, September 30 & Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Carnegie Hall, a stage that has set the standard for musical excellence since its opening in 1891. From Tchaikovsky’s inaugural performance to the legendary appearances of Bernstein, Callas, and Sinatra, its legacy is built on the world’s greatest artists. Now, this iconic hall awaits you, offering a rare opportunity to become part of its storied history.
Recital: Venue 3.
San Francisco Opera House
Saturday, October 4, 2025
The San Francisco War Memorial Opera House, opened in 1932, is one of the oldest and most prestigious opera houses in the U.S. Renowned for its grand Beaux-Arts architecture and stunning interiors, it has hosted world-class performances for nearly a century and was the historic founding site of the United Nations in 1945. Performing on this iconic stage offers a rare opportunity to be part of its rich legacy—an experience that will inspire and elevate your musical journey.
Julliard & Stanford Alumna Endorses the "Special Venue Music Award".
As a violinist from Poland with studies at Julliard, Curtis, and Stanford, I’m excited to recommend the "Special Venue Music Award" International Competition. This event provides an outstanding platform for musicians and students to showcase their talent.
Participants have the incredible opportunity to perform at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall or Vienna Music Society (Wiener Musikverein). Additionally, the competition offers valuable networking opportunities with esteemed universities such as Harvard and Stanford, connecting musicians with industry leaders and supporting their academic and career goals.
The competition's focus on fostering academic success and facilitating connections with a wide range of career paths—whether in performance, education, or other fields—ensures that participants are well-equipped to excel in various professional endeavors.
I wholeheartedly encourage aspiring musicians to take part in this prestigious event.
Best wishes,
Violinist, Anna Filochowska
Trophies
Carnegie Hall
Harvard University