International Festival
“Passion of Music Paris 2026”
Winners’ Concert at the Cortot Hall,
Paris, France on July 4, 2026
“Passion of Music Paris 2026”
Winners’ Concert at the Cortot Hall,
Paris, France on July 4, 2026
From Carnegie Hall to the heart of Paris! AADGT is bringing the prestigious Passion of Music festival to the historic Salle Cortot. Showcase your artistry on an iconic Parisian stage and shine in Paris.
The festival is open to instrumentalists (piano, strings, winds), vocalists, and chamber ensembles of all nationalities, ages 5-26.
The festival is open to instrumentalists (piano, strings, winds), vocalists, and chamber ensembles of all nationalities, ages 5-26.
How To Apply?
Our selection process is designed to identify the most exceptional talent in two rounds.
Round 1: Application Deadline: March 23, 2026.
Please note that a complete application includes:
– (1) A Registration Form; and
– (2) Registration Fee Payment.
Round 2: A shortlist of successful candidates will be invited to the Second Round on March 30, 2026. Finalists will then be selected to join us for the main event in Paris.
Please follow our simple application process. Please check application rules & regulations by clicking here.
Round 1: Application Deadline: March 23, 2026.
Please note that a complete application includes:
– (1) A Registration Form; and
– (2) Registration Fee Payment.
Round 2: A shortlist of successful candidates will be invited to the Second Round on March 30, 2026. Finalists will then be selected to join us for the main event in Paris.
Please follow our simple application process. Please check application rules & regulations by clicking here.
1. How Do I Register?
Complete the Registration Form by following this link. Please make sure that each ensemble member submits an individual registration form.
2. Do I Need To Submit a YouTube Recording?
Yes. Please make sure to include a YouTube Recording link you in your Registration Form.
3. Is there a Registration Fee for the Application?
Yes. Please make sure to pay the Registration Fee after completing the Registration Application.
4. What are the Application deadlines?
Application Deadline is March 20, 2026. Decisions are announced on April 09, 2026
5. Are there Terms & Conditions that I should review?
Yes. You may review all Terms & Conditions by following this link.
About Salle Cortot
Inaugurated in 1929, Salle Cortot is a landmark of Parisian musical heritage and a masterpiece of Art Deco design.
Commissioned by the legendary pianist Alfred Cortot and designed by the pioneering architect Auguste Perret—the “master of reinforced concrete”—the hall was conceived as a “musical instrument” in its own right.
Its unique, narrow rectangular shape and wood-lined interior create world-renowned acoustics, offering an unparalleled intimacy between the performer and the audience. For nearly a century, this historic stage has served as a sanctuary for the world’s greatest virtuosos, making it the perfect European home for the next generation of musical excellence.
Commissioned by the legendary pianist Alfred Cortot and designed by the pioneering architect Auguste Perret—the “master of reinforced concrete”—the hall was conceived as a “musical instrument” in its own right.
Its unique, narrow rectangular shape and wood-lined interior create world-renowned acoustics, offering an unparalleled intimacy between the performer and the audience. For nearly a century, this historic stage has served as a sanctuary for the world’s greatest virtuosos, making it the perfect European home for the next generation of musical excellence.