Final Round Application are now open by invitation. The finalists should have received the invitation by email.

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The VIMF, organized by the charitable organziation CIAMS (CRA Charity Number: 71329 3926 RR0001), provides a stepping stone for emerging young musicians around the world to perform and develop in the field. Our purpose is to promote the inheritance and preservation of classical music while exploring Canadian works. Your generosity will help keep this mission going for generations to come. We will provide tax receipt for donations. Thank you!

Registration

The deadline for Final Round is July 31st, 2026

Before registering for the Final Round of 2026 Vancouver International Music Festival-Competition, please confirm that your repertoire(s) meets all of the following criteria:

Candidates must perform one or two contrasting works of different musical styles.
One movement of a multi-movement work (e.g., a sonata or concerto) is considered one piece.
Exceeding the time limit may result in deductions at the discretion of the jury.
Arrangements, simplified or modified editions, transpositions, and popular music are not permitted.
Certain arranged harp compositions may be accepted with prior approval from the VIMC Committee.
All repertoire must be performed by memory in the Final Round.
Final Round Time Limits (apply to the entire performance)
- Junior Talent: 6 minutes
- Young Talent: 8 minutes
- Young Artists: 10 minutes
- Artists: 12 minutes

If there is any violation of the rules, the candidate will be disqualified without further notice.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email us vimcinfo@gmail.com

Final Round application fee

$100

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Competitor Information

Section A – Applicant Information

Candidate's first name *

Candidate's last name *

Date of Birth (YYYY / MM / DD) *

Age (as of June 30th, 2026) *

Government-issued Picture ID *

Nationality *

Country of Residence *

Email address *

Phone Number (with country code) *

Teacher’s Name (optional)

Teacher’s Email (optional)

Section B – Category & Eligibility

Competition Category *

Age Category (as of June 30th, 2026) *

Section C – Repertoire Selection

Candidates must submit one or two repertoires within the time limit. All repertoire must be performed by memory.

Selected Repertoire

Piece 1 – Repertoire Details

Composer's first name *

Composer's last name *

Title of Work *

Piece Duration (hour: minutes: seconds) *

Is this a Canadian composition? *

Piece 2 – Repertoire Details

Title of Work (optional)

Composer's first name (optional)

Composer's last name (optional)

Piece Duration (optional)

Is this a Canadian composition? (optional)

Section E – Declarations & Agreements

I confirm that all repertoire submitted complies with the 2026 VIMC Rules & Regulations. *

I confirm that all submitted repertoire is performed by memory. *

I understand that exceeding the time limit may result in score deductions. *

I agree to the use of photos and video recordings for competition-related promotional purposes. *

Section F – Billing Details

Billing First Name *

Billing Last Name *

Country / Region

Street address *

Town / City *

Province

Postal code *

Phone *

Email address *

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