TFF’s 6th Young aRTIsT competition
The Tampere Flute Fest’s 6th Young Artist Competition will take place from April 23 to 26, 2026, with the first round being a video submission and the semifinal and final rounds held live in Tampere, Finland.
TFF’s international competition provides young flutists the opportunity to elevate their artistry and gain valuable recognition, all aligned with this year’s festival theme: Fantasy: From Baroque to Modern.
The competition is open to flutists of all nationalities born on or after January 1, 1998. Registration will be open from August 15, 2025, to November 15, 2025. Candidates must register on Muvac.
Selected participants will be notified on January 31, 2026, and will receive full access for the entire duration of the 2026 Tampere Flute Fest.
To be considered, applicants should submit the following materials:
To be considered, applicants should submit the following materials via Muvac by Saturday, November 15, 2025:
- A photocopy of a national identity card or passport.
- Biography (max. 300 words).
- A high-definition photo with the instrument.
- A list of selected pieces for the first video round.
- A YouTube link to the first video round.
- Proof of payment for the non-refundable application fee of 85€.
All applicants will receive feedback and be notified of the selection results on January 31, 2026. Previous first prize winners are ineligible to apply. We advise all applicants to carefully review the rules and general information before applying to maximize their chances in the competition.
First Video Round
1. Fantasy with piano, choose one of the following:
- Ph. Gaubert Fantaisie (Flute Music by french composers- collection, publisher: G. Schirmer, editor: Louis Moyse)
- G. Fauré Fantaisie op.79 (Flute Music by french composers-collection, publisher: Louis Moyse, editor: Louis Moyse)
- E. Bozza: Fantaisie Italienne (publisher: Leduc)
- J. J. Quantz Capricen (publisher: Amadeus musikverlag, editors: Winfried Michel, Hermien Teske). Can be performed on flute, piccolo or baroque flute. Repetitions required.
Choose one:
- Fantasia b minor Qv.3:1.24
- Fantasia C major Qv.3:1.2
- Fantasia D major Qv.3:1.5
- Fantasia e minor Qv.3:1.11
- M. Arnold Fantasy for solo flute op.89 (publisher: Faber Music)
NOVEMBER 15, 2025
The first round of videos is due on November 15, 2025. Applicants should complete their registration via muv.ac and follow our list of rules. Results will be announced on January 31, 2026.
April 24, 2026
The semifinal round will be held live in Tampere, Finland, on April 24, 2026.
Semifinal Round
1. Flute and piano, choose one of the following:
- C. Reinecke: Sonata e minor Undine op.167 1st mvt Allegro (publisher: Wiener Urtext Editon, editor: Irmlind Capelle),
- J. Rietz: Sonata g minor op.42 1st mvt Allegro moderato (publisher: Breitkopf & Härtel)
2. Telemann Fantasies for Viola da gamba solo arranged for flute by Leona Rötzsch (Publisher: Bärenreiter), to be played with piccolo, alto flute or baroque flute. Without repetitions.
Choose one:
- e-minor /no. 1
- g-minor /no. 3
- D-major/ no. 5
- G-major. /no. 10
3. L. Wennäkoski: Ilmakehästä (From Atmosphere) for flute and piano (publisher: Uusinta Publishing company)
Final Round
The final round is designed to portray the performer’s overall artistic and technical qualities. Creativity, originality, and musical expression are essential components of this free-choice program, allowing candidates to demonstrate their unique interpretations. Participants should draw inspiration from the theme “Fantasy – from Baroque to Modern,” exploring how the concept of fantasy has evolved across musical eras and styles. Each candidate will present a 40-minute recital featuring works of their choice and must provide a title and description of their program. While the piano and harpsichord are traditional options, candidates are welcome to incorporate other instruments, provided they arrange for their own transportation and associated costs. The use of electronics is also encouraged; however, candidates must be aware that our technicians can only assist with turning devices on and off. We also encourage the inclusion of auxiliary instruments, such as the piccolo, alto flute, or baroque flute, to enhance the overall performance.
April 26, 2026
The final round will take place live in Tampere, Finland, on April 26, 2026, with the Winners Ceremony held that evening at the beginning of the Gala Concert.
First Prize
5.000€
The first prize winner will receive a cash prize of 5.000€, an invitation to perform a recital at TFF 2028, and a full scholarship to attend the 2026 Penthesilea Academy in Austria to study with Karin Bonelli from the Vienna Philharmonic and Gudrun Hinze from the Gewandhausorchester Leipzig.
Second Prize
2.500€
The second prize winner will receive a cash prize of €2,500 and a full scholarship to attend the 2026 International Flute Seminar Bruges in Belgium. This includes the opportunity to study with Also Baerten and Peter Verhoyen from the Antwerp Symphony Orchestra, Blaž Snoj from the Nederlands Kamerata, and Gareth McLearnon, Haynes European Artist in Residence.
Third Prize
1.250€
The third prize winner will receive a cash prize of 1.250€ and a full scholarship to attend the 2027 Probespielakademie in Germany to study with Jérémie Abergel from the Hannover State Opera and other internationally renowned flutists.
Best Interpretation Award
500€
A Best Interpretation Award of 500€ will be given for the best performance of Lotta Wennäkoski’s Ilmakehästä.
First Round Jury
- Mario Caroli – Head of the Jury and Professor at the University of Music Freiburg
- Noemi Gyori – International Soloist and Professor at the Junior Royal Northern College of Music
- Anna Besson – Professor at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels and the Amsterdam Conservatory
- Amy Porter – Professor at the University of Michigan
- Ma Yong – Shanghai Conservatory of Music
Semifinal Round Jury
- Mario Caroli – Head of the Jury and Professor at the University of Music Freiburg
- Alberto Navarra – Luxembourg Philharmonic
- Bastien Ferraris – Les Arts Florissants
- Ma Yong – Shanghai Conservatory of Music
- Lotta Wennäkoski – Composer
Final Round Jury
- Mario Caroli – Head of the Jury and Professor at the University of Music Freiburg
- Alberto Navarra – Luxembourg Philharmonic
- Bastien Ferraris – Les Arts Florissants
- Judy Lee – International Prize Winner
- Ma Yong – Shanghai Conservatory of Music
Mario Caroli
Noemi Gyori
Anna Besson
Amy Porter
Ma Yong
Alberto Navarra
Bastien Ferraris
Judy Lee
Lotta Wennäkoski
We take pride in the fact that former competition participants have secured prestigious orchestral positions at renowned institutions, including Deutsche Oper Berlin, Staatskapelle Dresden, and Deutsche Radio Philharmonie Saarbrücken Kaiserslautern. Furthermore, many have achieved remarkable success in esteemed international competitions worldwide, such as the Nielsen Flute Competition, Kobe International Flute Competition, and the Maxence Larrieu International Flute Competition, among others.
TFF’s 6th Young aRTIsT competition
The Tampere Flute Fest’s 6th Young Artist Competition will take place from April 23 to 26, 2026, with the first round being a video submission and the semifinal and final rounds held live in Tampere, Finland.
TFF’s international competition provides young flutists the opportunity to elevate their artistry and gain valuable recognition, all aligned with this year’s festival theme: Fantasy: From Baroque to Modern.
The competition is open to flutists of all nationalities born on or after January 1, 1998. Registration will be open from August 15, 2025, to November 15, 2025. Candidates must register on Muvac.
Selected participants will be notified on January 31, 2026, and will receive full access for the entire duration of the 2026 Tampere Flute Fest.
To be considered, applicants should submit the following materials:
To be considered, applicants should submit the following materials via Muvac by Saturday, November 15, 2025:
- A photocopy of a national identity card or passport.
- Biography (max. 300 words).
- A high-definition photo with the instrument.
- A list of selected pieces for the first video round.
- A YouTube link to the first video round.
- Proof of payment for the non-refundable application fee of 85€.
All applicants will receive feedback and be notified of the selection results on January 31, 2026. Previous first prize winners are ineligible to apply. We advise all applicants to carefully review the rules and general information before applying to maximize their chances in the competition.
NOVEMBER 15, 2025
The first round of videos is due on November 15, 2025. Applicants should complete their registration via muv.ac and follow our list of rules. Results will be announced on January 31, 2026.
First Video Round
1. Fantasy with piano, choose one of the following:
- Ph. Gaubert Fantaisie (Flute Music by french composers- collection, publisher: G. Schirmer, editor: Louis Moyse)
- G. Fauré Fantaisie op.79 (Flute Music by french composers-collection, publisher: Louis Moyse, editor: Louis Moyse)
- E. Bozza: Fantaisie Italienne (publisher: Leduc)
- J. J. Quantz Capricen (publisher: Amadeus musikverlag, editors: Winfried Michel, Hermien Teske). Can be performed on flute, piccolo or baroque flute. Repetitions required.
Choose one:
- Fantasia b minor Qv.3:1.24
- Fantasia C major Qv.3:1.2
- Fantasia D major Qv.3:1.5
- Fantasia e minor Qv.3:1.11
- M. Arnold Fantasy for solo flute op.89 (publisher: Faber Music)
April 24, 2026
The semifinal round will be held live in Tampere, Finland, on April 24, 2026.
Semifinal Round
1. Flute and piano, choose one of the following:
- C. Reinecke: Sonata e minor Undine op.167 1st mvt Allegro (publisher: Wiener Urtext Editon, editor: Irmlind Capelle),
- J. Rietz: Sonata g minor op.42 1st mvt Allegro moderato (publisher: Breitkopf & Härtel)
2. Telemann Fantasies for Viola da gamba solo arranged for flute by Leona Rötzsch (Publisher: Bärenreiter), to be played with piccolo, alto flute or baroque flute. Without repetitions.
Choose one:
- e-minor /no. 1
- g-minor /no. 3
- D-major/ no. 5
- G-major. /no. 10
3. L. Wennäkoski: Ilmakehästä (From Atmosphere) for flute and piano (publisher: Uusinta Publishing company)
April 26, 2026
The final round will take place live in Tampere, Finland, on April 26, 2026, with the Winners Ceremony held that evening at the beginning of the Gala Concert.
Final Round
The final round is designed to portray the performer’s overall artistic and technical qualities. Creativity, originality, and musical expression are essential components of this free-choice program, allowing candidates to demonstrate their unique interpretations. Participants should draw inspiration from the theme “Fantasy – from Baroque to Modern,” exploring how the concept of fantasy has evolved across musical eras and styles. Each candidate will present a 40-minute recital featuring works of their choice and must provide a title and description of their program. While the piano and harpsichord are traditional options, candidates are welcome to incorporate other instruments, provided they arrange for their own transportation and associated costs. The use of electronics is also encouraged; however, candidates must be aware that our technicians can only assist with turning devices on and off. We also encourage the inclusion of auxiliary instruments, such as the piccolo, alto flute, or baroque flute, to enhance the overall performance.
First Prize
5.000€
The first prize winner will receive a cash prize of 5.000€, an invitation to perform a recital at TFF 2028, and a full scholarship to attend the 2026 Penthesilea Academy in Austria to study with Karin Bonelli from the Vienna Philharmonic and Gudrun Hinze from the Gewandhausorchester Leipzig.
Second Prize
2.500€
The second prize winner will receive a cash prize of €2,500 and a full scholarship to attend the 2026 International Flute Seminar Bruges in Belgium. This includes the opportunity to study with Also Baerten and Peter Verhoyen from the Antwerp Symphony Orchestra, Blaž Snoj from the Nederlands Kamerata, and Gareth McLearnon, Haynes European Artist in Residence.
Third Prize
1.250€
The third prize winner will receive a cash prize of 1.250€ and a full scholarship to attend the 2027 Probespielakademie in Germany to study with Jérémie Abergel from the Hannover State Opera and other internationally renowned flutists.
Best Interpretation Award
500€
A Best Interpretation Award of 500€ will be given for the best performance of Lotta Wennäkoski’s Ilmakehästä.
First Round Jury
- Mario Caroli – Head of the Jury and Professor at the University of Music Freiburg
- Noemi Gyori – International Soloist and Professor at the Junior Royal Northern College of Music
- Anna Besson – Professor at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels and the Amsterdam Conservatory
- Amy Porter – Professor at the University of Michigan
- Ma Yong – Shanghai Conservatory of Music
Semifinal Round Jury
- Mario Caroli – Head of the Jury and Professor at the University of Music Freiburg
- Alberto Navarra – Luxembourg Philharmonic
- Bastien Ferraris – Les Arts Florissants
- Ma Yong – Shanghai Conservatory of Music
- Lotta Wennäkoski – Composer
Final Round Jury
- Mario Caroli – Head of the Jury and Professor at the University of Music Freiburg
- Alberto Navarra – Luxembourg Philharmonic
- Bastien Ferraris – Les Arts Florissants
- Judy Lee – International Prize Winner
- Ma Yong – Shanghai Conservatory of Music
We take pride in the fact that former competition participants have secured prestigious orchestral positions at renowned institutions, including Deutsche Oper Berlin, Staatskapelle Dresden, and Deutsche Radio Philharmonie Saarbrücken Kaiserslautern. Furthermore, many have achieved remarkable success in esteemed international competitions worldwide, such as the Nielsen Flute Competition, Kobe International Flute Competition, and the Maxence Larrieu International Flute Competition, among others.