Deadline: April 15, 2024
Applications are invited for the YAMawards 2024. Since 2008, the YAMawards have recognised excellence in the field of live musical productions for young audiences. Now in the 15th edition of the competition, JM International (the world’s largest youth music network) is once again in search of creativity and innovation in the field of live music production for young audiences.
The YAMawards 2024 are officially open and accepting applications in 5 marvellous categories: Best Small Ensemble. Best Large Ensemble, Best Opera, Best School Concert and Best Participatory Project.
Previous YAMawards winners include Oorkaan (The Netherlands), Gabor Vosteen (Hungary/Germany), Bach in the Street (Sweden), Zonzo Compagnie (Belgium), Umculo (South Africa), Muziektheater Transparant (Belgium), The Alehouse Sessions (Norway), Almir & Daniel (Serbia/B&H), Opera Shmopera (UK), Catharina Chen (Norway), Oumpapa (France), Glyndebourne (United Kingdom), Harpa (Iceland), Wild (Hong Kong), Orthemis Orchestra (Spain), Body Rhythm Factory (Denmark), and La Balle Rouge (France).
Prizes
- Best Small Ensemble – for Young Audiences – €1000
- Best Large Ensemble – for Young Audiences – €1000: (Groups of 8+ / Orchestras / Etc)
- Best Opera – for Young Audiences – €1000
- Ebbe Høyrup’s Best School Concert – for Young Audiences: €1000
- Best Participatory Project -with Young Audiences – €1000: (Projects where the participation of young audiences / the process is the main focus)
- Public Choice Award – €1000: Selected from the nominees in each category, decided by online public vote.
Eligibility
- Soloists, groups, ensembles, operas and orchestras producing live music for audiences under 18 years of age are encouraged to apply.
- Applicants should be between 18 – 100 years.
Application
Applications close on April 15, 2024, at 23:59 CET. Late applications will not be considered.
For more information, visit YAMawards.
