The finale will be held in two parts (chamber music and orchestra round) on October 15th 2025 in the Large Concert Hall ("Großer Konzertsaal") of the University of Music and Performing Arts Munich.
SCHEDULE FINALS
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
• 4:30 – 6:15 pm = Final Chamber Music Round (Großer Konzertsaal)
During the jury's deliberation break after the final, the band led by violist Ionel Ungureanu will provide entertainment (until approx. 9:45 p.m.).
The four young professional musicians combine gems from the classical music canon and unusual musical genres to create an extraordinary soundscape. Inspired by Eastern European folklore, Balkan jazz, and contemporary classical music, they create unusual arrangements that reflect their diverse musical backgrounds: Serbian, Romanian, Czech, and German.
With their unique blend of traditional sounds and innovative approaches, they are causing a sensation in the classical music scene and continue to thrill their audiences time and again.
PARTICIPANTS OF THE FINALS
The jury will announce the names of the three violists qualified for the final on October 12th at 6:30 pm in the Large Concert Hall of the University.
More information will follow here on the evening of October 12th.
FREE ADMISSION
Admission to all events of the competition is free.
Only the masterclasses have a limited number of places available. We therefore ask you to register at info@hindemithcompetition.org at least 24 hours before the respective masterclass. Approximately 20 places will be available for non-university members.
Program of the Final
Each of the 3 competitors in the Final Round will perform the following repertoire:
1) Claude Debussy:
“Sonata for flute, viola and harp" (Anne-Cathérine Heinzmann, flute; Andreas Mildner, harp);
and
2) Darius Milhaud:
“Concerto for viola and orchestra No. 1, Op. 108 (1928)”
(accompanied by the orchestra of the University of Music and Theatre Munich, conducted by Giuseppe Montesano)