Encore Classical

13/05/2026

The next chapter of the JM World Orchestra begins in Granada, Spain. 🇪🇸

After its long-awaited return, the orchestra once again invites outstanding young musicians from around the world to come together through music, cultural exchange, and artistic collaboration. Under the direction of David Fernández Caravaca - Conductor, selected participants will take part in an intensive chamber orchestra residency culminating in two live performances, including one at the iconic Alhambra.

If you are a classical musician aged 18–30 ready for an international orchestral experience, we encourage you to apply.

⏳ Applications close on 15 June 2026, 23:59 CET.
🔗 Apply now via the following link: https://mubazar.com/opportunity/jm-world-orchestra-26
ℹ️ More information: jmworldorchestra.com

24/04/2026

CALL FOR MUSICIANS: JM WORLD ORCHESTRA 2026! 📣

A historic legacy returns. Originally launched in 1949 as JM International’s very first program, the JM World Orchestra is back, continuing a tradition that has united young musicians across borders for generations. 🌍

Now, it’s your turn. We are looking for exceptional musicians (18–30) to join the 2026 session in Granada, Spain starting on 28 August, under the direction of David Fernández Caravaca - Conductor. 🇪🇸

⏳ Deadline: 15 June 2026, 23.59 CET.
🔗 Apply here: https://mubazar.com/opportunity/jm-world-orchestra-26
ℹ️ Visit jmworldorchestra.com for more info.

11/02/2025

🎬 The awaited recap video is finally here! 🎶✨

From June 26-30, young classical musicians from around the world gathered in Budapest for a unique training experience, redefining classical music for modern audiences. 🎻💡

Over three intensive days, they took part in workshops, masterclasses on audience engagement and innovative concert experiences, and developed personal projects with guidance from international experts.

The event fostered meaningful connections, allowing soloists and ensembles to collaborate, exchange ideas, and build lasting networks. 🌍🤝 This recap captures the energy, creativity, and passion that made this experience unforgettable!

📺 Check out the extended version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPvmW1T3vOY

04/07/2024

23/04/2024

🌟 Classical musicians under 30! Join us in Budapest from June 26-30 for a unique training experience that redefines classical music performances for modern audiences.

What to expect 🎻?
👉 3 intensive workshop days.
👉 Masterclasses in audience engagement and innovative concert experiences.
👉 Personal project development with guidance from international experts.

🌍 Connect with talented musicians globally and build lasting networks: whether you're a soloist or an ensemble (up to 4 members), we're looking for classical musicians aged 18-30 who are ready to innovate and inspire.

📅 Apply here by May 20th: https://mubazar.com/en/opportunity/encore-2024-call-for-musicians

13/06/2023

📢 Meet the enCORE Accelerando 2023 winners!

These projects impressed the jury the most with their ambition and peculiarity: they aim to innovate the classical music field with new technological applications, inspiring social changes and understanding its audiences better. Each will receive a micro-grant of €1000 to support their development and implementation!

Find more about the winning projects:

✅ Innovation in making classical music: Orgelpunkt
➡️ Watch the pitch: https://ow.ly/jqcM50OKRSc
By Leon Felix Schlagintweit (Germany 🇩🇪/Switzerland 🇨🇭)

A foot pedal keyboard to make tuning drones accessible while practising. Tuning drones are Synthesizer Notes which help musicians to practice Intonation.

✅ Innovation in using classical music for social change: ProjectA
➡️ Watch the pitch: https://ow.ly/Zqp350OKRRY
By Maia Steinberg (Uruguay 🇺🇾/ Netherlands 🇳🇱)

ProjectA is a conscious artistic incubator blending sound healing and vocal music, creating meaningful experiences that unite people.

✅ Innovation in attracting classical music audiences: Listening to listeners
➡️ Watch the pitch: https://ow.ly/U95350OKRS0
By Francesco Spina (Italy 🇮🇹/Belgium 🇧🇪)

What do we know about the user experience of a symphonic concert? This project brings together venues and orchestras with researchers to discover what elements of the performance could be innovated to engage with new classical music audiences.

📹 You can watch the recordings of their final pitches here: https://ow.ly/gPz050OKRS1
📹 For all the enCORE action and jury commentary, you can find the live stream here: https://ow.ly/3wm650OKRRX

enCORE Accelerando 2023 was brought to you by JM International and hosted by JM Hungary and Papageno at the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music / Liszt Ferenc Zeneművészeti Egyetem and Müpa Budapest.

📷 Ph: 4K Media Studio

07/06/2023

✅ See what happened on the second day of EnCORE Accelerando 2023!

Participants were introduced to the basis of project design and EU fundings, and they had the opportunity to learn and practice how to best present their projects. Thanks to individual coaching and group work, they prepared for their final pitches at the Conference!

👉 Don't miss the announcement of the 2023 enCORE winners tomorrow!

📷 Ph: 4K Media Studio
➡️ JM International JM Hungary Papageno

05/06/2023

✅ The first day of EnCORE Accelerando 2023 was a success!

Guided by the trainers, participants from over ten countries started working on their WHY. They were introduced to design thinking and what it means to have an entrepreneurial mindset for young classical musicians. Throughout the day, they worked together to understand their project ideas' unique elements and received valuable input from industry professionals!

👉 Don't miss the final pitches live stream tomorrow to learn about 12 great projects leading to new ways in classical music!

📷 Ph: 4K Media Studio
➡️ JM International JM Hungary Papageno

03/03/2023

Meet Lamija Saric, participant from enCORE accelerando 2022 🎶

"The power of the enCORE program is its' core, the beauty of meeting other young people who are willing to take on the excruciating task of creating changes in their communities in order to replace the realities of art with a new and better world. This is especially true for the countries in which arts, culture and music are regarded as something of less importance. The tools and contacts which are received during these events really shine a bright light inside of a dark tunnel in which an active artist can feel trapped at times."

Do you also want to have a fantastic experience like Lamija? Apply NOW to this year's edition before March 31 👇👇👇
https://www.mubazar.com/en/opportunity/encore-accelerando-call-for-musicians-2023

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