Windsor Festival International String Competition 2026

Location

Windsor, UK

Instrument / Role

Violin, Viola, Cello

Format

In person

Application deadline

Applications closed

Venue

Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 3BL, UK

The tenth anniversary edition of the Windsor Festival International String Competition, seeking exceptional young string soloists aged 16-26. Features a concerto grand finale where three selected competitors perform with full orchestra. Prizes valued at over £40,000 including £5,000 first prize, recording opportunity with Champs Hill Records, concerto performance with Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at Windsor Castle, and ongoing career support.