AWARDS

Miclot International Music Competitions Grand Prize
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Lincoln Center Winners’ Concert

The Lincoln Center Winners’ Concert on Saturday, September TBD 2026, is a prestigious opportunity for outstanding musicians to showcase their talent at Bruno Walter Auditorium, one of the world’s most iconic concert venues.

Who Can Perform:

  • First and Second Place Winners will have the opportunity to perform at Lincoln Center in New York City.

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Rockport Winners’ Concert

The Rockport Music Winners’ Concert on Saturday, September TBD 2026, offers an exceptional performance opportunity at the renowned Shalin Liu Performance Center in Rockport, Massachusetts, known for its breathtaking seaside views and outstanding acoustics.

Who Can Perform:

  • First, Second, and Third Place Winners will have the opportunity to perform at Rockport Music, celebrating their achievements in an inspiring concert setting.

Prize Award

Selected from first-place winners’ of the live and virtual winners' concerts, with exclusive awards for each category.

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    Grand Prize

    The Grand Prize of $750 is awarded to one outstanding musician from the live Winners’ Concert, recognizing exceptional artistry, technique, and musical expression. This top honor celebrates a captivating and inspiring performance.

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    Best Performance Awards

    The Best Performance Award is given to one outstanding musician in each division at the live Winners’ Concert, recognizing exceptional musicality, technique, and stage presence. Each winner will receive a $250 prize.

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    Best Virtual Performance Award

    The Best Virtual Performance Award honors the top musician from the virtual concert for exceptional artistry, technique, and expression. The winner receives a $100 prize.

Winners' Concert Information

Winners have the opportunity to showcase their talent at one of the following prestigious venues:

  1. Bruno Walter Auditorium at Lincoln Center

    New York City
    Eligibility: First and Second Place Winners
    Concert Registration Fee: $350

  2. Shalin Liu Performance Center, Rockport Music

    Rockport, Massachusetts
    Eligibility: Open to all Winners
    Concert Registration Fee: $245

Concert Registration Fee Includes:

  • Admission for the performer.

  • 4 complimentary guest tickets for family and friends.

  • Winners’ Certificate

    *Please note: The concert registration fee does not include travel or lodging expenses. All performers and attendees are responsible for their own travel arrangements.

Registration Policy:

  • First Place Winners are given an early access to register for a performance venues.

  • All other Winners are given concert opportunities available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

  • A strict 6-minute performance time limit will be enforced. Performances exceeding this limit will incur a $100 per additional minute.

  • All concert registration fees are non-refundable once a performance slot is confirmed.

Virtual Winners’ Concert

  • Winners’ who choose to participate in the Virtual Online Winners' Concert are required to pay an online concert registration fee of $70.

  • The virtual concert will feature First, Second, and Third Place Winners who are not performing at Lincoln Center or Rockport Music.

  • The concert will be showcased on the Miclot Arts & Culture YouTube channel.

  • Winners’ Certificate (PDF) via email.

Past Award Recipients

Click the button below to see the award recipients from 2024 and 2023.

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Miclot International Music Competition is a non-profit organization operating exclusively for educational purposes. Students who have participated in the Miclot International Music Competition for five (5) years may qualify for a Letter of Recommendation for college or university applications. These letters from the competition are accepted at various colleges and universities across the US.
Please send us a request for the letter along with photos of your Miclot winners' certificates when it is time for you to apply.