Free and open to the public
Hear the next generation.
Experience exceptional young violinists from around the world as the Naumburg competition enters its decisive rounds.
- When
- Friday, October 30, 2026
- Start time
- Approximately 10:00 AM All times are New York time.
- Where
- Greenfield Hall Manhattan School of Music
How the round works
Each semifinalist performs selections from the two recital programs submitted with their application.
The violinist opens
Each performer chooses their opening work.
The jury shapes the rest
The judges select the remaining music from the submitted programs. They may stop a performance or move to another selection.
The final comes next
Generally, 3–5 violinists advance to the final round. Concertos are reserved for that round.
Plan your visit
Greenfield Hall
Manhattan School of Music
130 Claremont Avenue
New York, NY 10027
Join us in person or watch online. Admission is free.
The start time is approximate. All times are New York time.
The prizes
First prize
$25,000Two fully subsidized New York City recitals, a recital at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, a new commissioned work, and a recording of that work.
Prizes are awarded at the jury’s discretion.
A tradition of discovery
Hear tomorrow’s leading artists. Naumburg’s past violin winners include:
Internationally acclaimed soloist
Concertmaster of the New York Philharmonic
Concertmaster of the Boston Symphony Orchestra for 22 years
Discover the next generation in person. No musical background needed.
The final takes place at a different venue: Kaufmann Concert Hall at 92NY, on Sunday, November 1, beginning at approximately noon.
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