Peter Sadlo International Percussion Competition 2026
General Information
The Peter Sadlo International Percussion Competition 2026 is part of the first edition of the Peter Sadlo Percussion Week, taking place from 2–6 November 2026 at Adams Musical Instruments in Ittervoort, The Netherlands. The competition is intended for young percussionists pursuing an international career.
Eligibility
Applicants of all nationalities born between 1996 and 2009 are eligible to participate.
Competition Dates
2–6 November 2026
Including the Final Round and Prize Concert.
Application Deadline
1 July 2026
Applications open mid June 2026.
Jury
Raymond Curfs (Chairman)
Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra
University of Music and Performing Arts Munich
Klaus Schwärzler
Tonhalle Orchestra Zurich
Zurich University of the Arts
Carlos Vera Larrucea
Bavarian State Orchestra
University of Music and Performing Arts Munich
Claudio Estay
Bavarian State Orchestra
Bart Jansen
Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Conservatorium van Amsterdam
Katarzyna Mycka
Folkwang University of the Arts Essen
Repertoire
The complete repertoire list for the different rounds will be announced on Wednesday 27 May.
Prizes
Coming soon
Application Requirements
Applicants are requested to submit:
- Online application form
- Copy of passport or ID
- Short artistic biography
- High resolution portrait photograph
- Teacher approval (students only)
- One or two video recordings for pre selection
Video requirements:
- MP4 or MOV
- Maximum 900 MB
- Recorded within the past 12 months
- No editing within performances
- Hands and face clearly visible
Only complete applications will be considered.
Accommodation
- Competition participants receive accommodation recommendations for the first round.
- Accommodation arrangements for later rounds will be announced at a later stage.
- All competition participants have free access to the Peter Sadlo Percussion Week Academy.
Closing concert
On Friday 6 November 2026, faculty members and jury members will perform in the official Peter Sadlo Percussion Week Closing Concert.
The first prize winner will be invited to perform during this event.
Media
Audio, video and photography may be recorded during the competition and used for documentation, promotion and social media communication related to the Peter Sadlo Percussion Week.