Franz Schubert and Modern Music

26/06/2025

Piano Duo Kalabová & Gugg, winners of 1st Prize in the Klavierduo category at the Franz Schubert and Modern Music competition, will perform at Redoute 2025!

🎶 Don’t miss their performance of
Bohuslav Martinů – 3 Czech Dances for Two Pianos
📍 Florentinersaal
🕣 27.06., 20:30 Uhr

A unique opportunity to hear this award-winning duo live in Graz!

📸 Lucija Novak

18/06/2025

So cool we had you here at our chamber music competition 🤩

16/06/2025

🎻 The Bernstein Trio, winner of the 3rd Prize at the Franz Schubert and Modern Music | 12th International Chamber Music Competition 2025 in the Piano Trio category, will perform at the Espresso Concert at Konzerthaus Berlin!

📍 Werner-Otto-Saal, Konzerthaus Berlin
📅 Wednesday, June 18, 2025
🕑 2:00 PM

The concert is part of the Espresso-Konzert series featuring students from the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler Berlin. Outstanding young musicians present surprise programs guaranteed to wake you up, both with musical energy and a cup of coffee!

🎶Bernstein Trio:
Roman Tulchynsky, Violin
Marei Schibilsky, Cello
Julia Stephan, Piano

👉 The concert is sold out, but keep an eye out for future performances by this talented ensemble!

📷 Bernstein Trio © Lucija Novak

18/05/2025

Our KUG professor Claire Levacher on the jury of the prestigious Geneva competition - which is - like our Franz Schubert and Modern Music competition - member of the WFIMC.

The preselection round of the Concours de Genève Conducting Competition 2025-2026 is in full swing here in Geneva! Meet our Preselection Jury: Bertrand de Billy (Chair, Sonia Ben-Santamaria, Rémi Durupt, Laurent Gay and Claire Levacher.

Stay tuned, results coming in the next few days! 🤩

06/05/2025

Very proud of our jury chairs piano duo 👏

28/04/2025

What makes this year's FS&MM Competition unique?
In a conversation with Harald Haslmayr, jury member Rico Gulda shares his reflections on the standard, mood, and atmosphere of FS&MM 2025.

👉 Read the full interview: http://bit.ly/4iLZ8us

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Harald Haslmayr © Stephan Trierenberg
Rico Gulda © Lukas Beck

31/03/2025

Congrats again ☺️

19/03/2025

So wonderful memories 🤩 FS&MM 2025 🥳🙏

15/02/2025

✨ FS&MM 2025 – Honoring Excellence & Celebrating the Winners! ✨

After days of breathtaking performances, inspiring workshops, and unforgettable moments, we gather one last time for a festive conclusion to the Franz Schubert and Modern Music Competition 2025.

📌 Today’s Program at Grazer Congress:

🤝 Meet & Greet with Guests of Honour & Prize Winners
An exclusive opportunity to connect with this year’s winners, jury members, and special guests.

🏅Awarding of Certificates

🎶 Fest der Preisträger*innen – Main Subscription Concert of KUG

An extraordinary concert featuring this year’s prize winners, celebrating their artistry and musical brilliance.

A perfect way to conclude an inspiring week! 🌟 Thank you to all musicians, jury members, and audiences for making FS&MM 2025 an unforgettable experience.

💬 Which moment of this competition touched you the most? Share your thoughts in the comments! 👇

14/02/2025

Congratulations Noh & Pfahler!!!✨
2. Prize - Duo Voice
&
Stacey Bartsch Memory Prize for the best interpretation of a Franz Schubert or Anselm Hüttenbrenner Lied in the finals

📷Lucija Novak

14/02/2025

✨ FS&MM 2025 – A Day for Professional Growth! ✨

Beyond musical excellence, a successful career in music requires strategic planning, visibility, and stage presence. Today’s Day is all about equipping musicians with the tools they need for a thriving professional journey!

📌 Today’s Sessions:
🎤 Branding for Musicians – Introduction to Public Profile Development with Marc van der Heijde (Green Room Creatives)

🎭 Ecosystem of an Artist Career – Understanding the key players, gatekeepers & supporters with Krystian Nowakowski

🎶 Stage Presence for Musicians: 5 Rhythmen – A practical workshop with Stefania Kregel

🎤 [Focus Lied Duo] Nonverbal Song Art – Workshop with Prof. Lina Maria Akerlund

📢 Participation: Sign up at the competition office or via competitions(at)kug.ac.at

An incredible opportunity to learn, connect, and grow! Which session interests you the most? Let us know in the comments! 👇

14/02/2025

Congratulations Duo Ardea !!!✨
3. Prize - Duo Voice

📷Lucija Novak