TFF 2024
YOUNG ARTIST COMPETITION
JAN 8
Application Deadline
FEB 5
Announcement of Semi-Finalists
FEB 14
Semi-Final and Final Program Deadline
APR 26
Semi-Final Round
APR 28
Final Round & Winners Ceremony
TFF 2024
YOUNG ARTIST COMPETITION
JAN 8
Application Deadline
FEB 5
Announcement of Semi-Finalists
FEB 14
Semi-Final & Final Program Deadline
APR 26
Semi-Final Round
APR 28
Final Round & Winners Ceremony
REQUIREMENTS
All entrants must be 18-30 years of age by the last day of the festival. Previous First Prize winners of this competition are ineligible to compete.
All entrants must submit their entry, upload videos, supplemental materials, and pay the 70€ non-refundable competition fee by 11:59 p.m. Eastern European Summer Time, Monday, January 8, 2024. No late applications will be considered. Applicants who wish to receive the 10% discount on the competition fee should become a TFF Member at least 48 hours prior to applying.Â
The following documents are required:
- Â A short biography
- Video (YouTube link)
- Competition fee
REQUIREMENTS
All entrants must be 18-30 years of age by the last day of the festival. Previous First Prize winners of this competition are ineligible to compete.
All entrants must submit their entry, upload videos, supplemental materials, and pay the 55€ non-refundable competition fee by 11:59 p.m. Eastern European Summer Time, Monday, January 8, 2024. No late applications will be considered. Applicants who wish to receive the 10% discount on the competition fee should become a TFF Member at least 48 hours prior to applying.
The following documents are required:
- Â A short biography
- Video (YouTube link)
- Competition fee
FIRST ROUND
The First Round video should be uploaded on YouTube and the link must be included in the Registration Form.
The program must be recorded in the order listed, and in one continuous, high quality, unedited take. Audio or video editing is prohibited. Videos not meeting this criteria will not be accepted. All pieces with accompaniment must be played with accompaniment.
It is advisable to take into consideration the quality of the video and sound, as well as the recording space, to allow the jury to have the best possible judgement.
The First Round video is due at the same time as the registration deadline: Monday, January 8, 2024.
FIRST ROUND
The First Round video should be uploaded on YouTube and the link must be included in the Registration Form.
The program must be recorded in the order listed, and in one continuous, high quality, unedited take. Audio or video editing is prohibited. Videos not meeting this criteria will not be accepted. All pieces with accompaniment must be played with accompaniment.
It is advisable to take into consideration the quality of the video and sound, as well as the recording space, to allow the jury to have the best possible judgement.
The First Round video is due at the same time as the registration deadline: Monday, January 8, 2024.
SEMI-FINAL AND FINAL ROUNDS
Both the Semi-Final and Final Rounds will be held in Tampere, Finland from April 26-28, 2024. A pianist will be provided by the festival, although contestants may bring a pianist at their own expense.
Semi-Finalists accepted will be notified no later than Monday, February 5, 2024 and should be prepared to provide a short biography and high quality photo, as well as their Semi-Final and Final Round program.
The Final Round should display the performer’s artistic and creative maturity, technical and tonal qualities. The program should reflect a wide variety of styles and/or periods. This may include single movements of a multimovement work, sonatas, concerti, and solo works.
SEMI-FINAL AND FINAL ROUNDS
Both the Semi-Final and Final Rounds will be held in Tampere, Finland from April 26-28, 2024. A pianist will be provided by the festival, although contestants may bring a pianist at their own expense.
Semi-Finalists accepted will be notified no later than Monday, February 5, 2024 and should be prepared to provide a short biography and high quality photo, as well as their Semi-Final and Final Round program.
The Final Round should display the performer’s artistic and creative maturity, technical and tonal qualities. The program should reflect a wide variety of styles and/or periods. This may include single movements of a multimovement works, sonatas, concerti, and solo works.
PROGRAM
Each round is intended to honor a flute, music legend, or legendary theme.
FIRST ROUND
Legend: Philippe Gaubert
- J. Boismortier Suite in E minor, Op. 35, No. 1 for solo flute or M. Marais Les Folies d’Espagne for solo flute (ed. Hans-Peter Schmitz/Bärenreiter)
- P. Gaubert Ballade or P. Gaubert Notturno et Allegro ScherzandoÂ
SEMI-FINAL ROUND
Legend: Kaija Saariaho
- A. Casella Sicilienne et Burlesque, Op. 23, P. Sancan Sonatine, S. Karg-Elert Impressions Exotiques, Op. 134 (8-10 minutes worth of movements) or Amy Beach Sonata in A minor, Op. 34, No. 4. “Allegro con fuoco”
- Saariaho Laconisme de l’aile for solo flute (without electronics) or Saariaho Colours du vent for alto flute
FINAL ROUND
Legendary theme: Virtuosic works
One of Bozza 14 Etudes Arabesques, to be included in a 20-minute free choice program with virtuosic works and/or arrangements.
PROGRAM
Each round is intended to honor a flute, music legend, or legendary theme.
FIRST ROUND
Legend: Philippe Gaubert
- J. Boismortier Suite in E minor, Op. 35, No. 1 or M. Marais Les Folies d’Espagne (ed. Hans-Peter Schmitz/Bärenreiter)
- P. Gaubert Ballade or P. Gaubert Notturno et Allegro ScherzandoÂ
SEMI-FINAL ROUND
Legend: Kaija Saariaho
- A. Casella Sicilienne et Burlesque, Op. 23, P. Sancan Sonatine, S. Karg-Elert Impressions Exotiques, Op. 134 (8-10 minutes worth of movements) or Amy Beach Sonata in A minor, Op. 34, No. 4. “Allegro con fuoco”
- Saariaho Laconisme de l’aile for solo flute or Saariaho Colours du vent for solo flute
FINAL ROUND
Legendary theme: Virtuosic works
WINNERS CEREMONY
The Winners Ceremony will take place the evening of Sunday, April 28, 2024. The jury will award a total of 3000€, 1500€ and 750€ in prizes and awards. All prizes are not necessarily awarded. The jury has the right to decide whether or not a First Prize is given and how the prizes are distributed.
ALTUS / PENTHESILEA ACADEMY PRIZE
First Prize 3000€
WINNERS CEREMONY
The Winners Ceremony will take place the evening of Sunday, April 28, 2024. The jury will award a total of 1000€, 500€ and 250€ in prizes and awards. All prizes are not necessarily awarded. The jury has the right to decide whether or not a First Prize is given and how the prizes are distributed.
ALTUS / PENTHESILEA ACADEMY PRIZE
First Prize 3000€
JURY
FIRST ROUND
Denis Bouriakov, LA Philharmonic, Head of the Jury
Josephine Olech, Rotterdam Philharmonic
Sébastian Jacot, Berlin Philharmonic
Ruth Pereira Medina, Deutsche Oper Berlin
SEMI-FINAL AND
FINAL ROUNDS
Denis Bouriakov, LA Philharmonic, Head of the Jury
Sébastian Jacot, Berlin Philharmonic
Ruth Pereira Medina, Deutsche Oper Berlin
Seiya Ueno, International Soloist
Patrick Gallois, Honorary Jury Member
JURY
FIRST ROUND
Denis Bouriakov, LA Philharmonic, Head of the Jury
Josephine Olech, Rotterdam Philharmonic
Sébastian Jacot, Berlin Philharmonic
Ruth Pereira Medina, Deutsche Oper Berlin
SEMI-FINAL AND
FINAL ROUNDS
Denis Bouriakov, LA Philharmonic, Head of the Jury
Sébastian Jacot, Berlin Philharmonic
Ruth Pereira Medina, Deutsche Oper Berlin
Seiya Ueno, International Soloist
Patrick Gallois, Honorary Jury Member
Denis Bouriakov
Los Angeles Philharmonic
Joséphine Olech
Rotterdam Philharmonic
Sébastian Jacot
Berlin Philharmonic
Seiya Ueno
International Soloist
Ruth Pereira Medina
Deutsche Oper Berlin
Patrick Gallois
Honorary Jury Member
Denis Bouriakov
Los Angeles Philharmonic
Joséphine Olech
Rotterdam Philharmonic
Sébastian Jacot
Berlin Philharmonic
Seiya Ueno
International Soloist
Ruth Pereira Medina
Deutsche Oper Berlin
Patrick Gallois
International Soloist
F.A.Q.
1. Does TFF pay my travel costs?
TFF does not cover travel costs for competitors, but chosen Semi-Finalists get access to all festival events at no cost.Â
2. Does TFF provide the scores of the competition pieces?
All candidates are responsible for finding and purchasing their own scores, unless stated otherwise on the program.
3. Can I make cuts between the pieces on the First Round video?
TFF strictly prohibits any audio or video editing. All videos must be recorded in one continuous take and candidates must remain visible at all times.
For further questions:
F.A.Q.
1. Does TFF pay my travel costs?
TFF does not cover travel costs for competitors, but chosen Semi-Finalists get access to all festival events at no cost.Â
2. Does TFF provide the scores of the competition pieces?
All candidates are responsible for finding and purchasing their own scores, unless stated otherwise on the program.
3. Can I make cuts between the pieces on the First Round video?
TFF strictly prohibits any audio or video editing. All videos must be recorded in one continuous take and candidates must remain visible at all times.